For Immediate Release
New Adventure Cruise Explores Rich History and Abundant Wildlife of the Pacific Rim and Broken Group Archipelago
Ucluelet, British Columbia — Every morning cabin cruisers set off on an unforgettable journey taking guests from The Canadian Princess Resort in Ucluelet, British Columbia to the Pacific Rim National Park and the Broken Group Islands.
"The new Wildlife Adventure Cruise showcases the rich history and incredible wildlife in this untouched region of BC’s West Coast," says Susan Barcham of the Oak Bay Marine Group. "There is simply no better way to bring people close to nature and educate them about our cultural diversity and natural environment."
Once aboard, passengers are welcomed by experienced interpreters eager to point out whales, bears, sea lions, and majestic bald eagles. They wow guests with local knowledge on the Nuu-Cha-Nulth people (meaning "people of sheltered bay") who inhabited this area for over 4000 years and tell stories of the HMCS Thiepval sinking (now at the bottom of the ocean in Thiepval Channel).
Kerry Riley, a fourth generation Ucluelet resident and naturalist recalls personal family stories about his grandfather's rumrunner days and loves sharing the numerous legends surrounding “The Graveyard of the Pacific.”
“Both tourists and locals are fascinated with this world-renowned area,” says Riley. “The combination of raw, natural beauty and wonderful legends is just unbeatable!”
Located on Vancouver's Island's windswept West Coast, the Broken Group Islands is a collection of more than 100 rugged islands that dot Barley Sound.
In total this picturesque region encompasses 10, 607 ha (26,210 acres), of which only 1350 ha (3, 336 acres) is land. This means there are thousands of sandy beaches, quiet lagoons, sea caves and amazing wildlife to see in this isolated biosphere.
The new three-hour Wildlife Adventure Cruise operates from April through September on two cabin cruisers (a 43ft vessel which carries 14 passengers and a 53ft vessel that holds 22). Both cruisers feature heated cabins, washrooms, and wrap-around viewing decks, along with complimentary beverages. Tickets can be purchased at the Canadian Princess Resort or by calling (250) 726-7771.
The Canadian Princess Resort (the departure point) was previously the William J. Stewart, a permanently -moored 235 ft refitted hydro graphic survey ship that now includes 30 staterooms. The ship was considered one of the finest coastal crafts in Canada and made an important contribution to the safety of mariners in her 43 years of service (1932-1975). In 1979 the William J. Stewart was purchased by Oak Bay Marine Group and renamed the Canadian Princess. The resort also offers 46 traditional chalet-style accommodations on shore. Fly-in or drive-in fishing vacation packages are available including accommodation, 7-hour guided fishing trips in deep-sea cruisers, all tackle and bait, and the cleaning and packaging of your catch. Whether guests choose to fish or cruise nature, they will experience a truly unforgettable voyage through this majestic area.
For more information or reservations call 1-800-663-7090 or visit www.obmg.com.
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