Thanks for choosing West Coast Rowing Adventures as your next adventure. We are looking forward to taking you on the water.
This three-day coastal rowing tour will give you the opportunities to row in the Gulf Islands National Park, circumnavigate Pender Island while enjoying a relaxing time in the evening at Poets Cove Resort.
Rowing, hot tub, pool, restaurant and wildlife...sign me up!
Two nights at Poets Cove Resort & Spa
Coastal boats, oars and safety equipment
Luggage transport
To and from Piers Island
Freshly made and locally sourced
Option to dine at the resort - https://www.poetscove.com/dining - Alternatively, cottages are equipped with full size kitchens. Feel free to bring your own breakfast or dinner.
Bring your own personal floatation device. To be worn at all times when rowing. We recommend a belt PFD.
Meet at 8:00 AM at the Swartz Bay Government Dock (2210 Dolphin Road, North Saanich), where SeaStar Ferry Service will transport you to Piers Island.
After a safety briefing and equipment check, we'll begin rowing, stopping for lunch on one of the many nearby islands. In the afternoon, we’ll continue toward Pender Island and Poets Cove Resort. Your personal luggage will be transported by our support boat to the resort. Enjoy a refreshing swim or relax in your private hot tub before dinner at a local restaurant.
After a restful night and breakfast at a local coffee shop, we’ll set out to row around South Pender Island, stopping at a scenic beach for lunch. After covering approximately 20 km, we’ll return to the resort for some well-earned relaxation by the pool.
We’ll begin the return journey to Piers Island, rowing via Portland Island or Russell Island. SeaStar Ferry Service will transport you back to the Swartz Bay Government Dock, with arrival scheduled for 3:00 PM.
