Our Vessels

Welcome aboard our fleet of state-of-the-art vessels that are all designed for extra safety and stability when navigating the waters of the region.

Mayumi

Named after owner Mike’s eldest daughter, Mayumi 2.0 was built in locally and delivered to North Vancouver Island. Designed with a unique and highly stable hull, the ABD vessel allows for greater loads and can navigate tougher seas (if needed).

We meet all Transport Canada Specifications and Regulations for safety and stability and our operators are licensed by Transport Canada. We are certified for 12 passengers and two guides. A heated cabin and marine head (washroom) makes for a comfortable ride, whatever the weather.

There are very few other boats on the market that can match ABE’s design and safety. Your safety is our priority and North River’s hull design provides unequalled stability, either while under power or at rest and the boat’s huge reverse chines allow guests to move freely about the deck to watch wildlife.

Tisamgid

Added to the fleet in 2021, and named after Mike’s son, Tisamgid was also built by North River Boats.

Inflatables

Strong and stable, our motorized inflatable tenders allow us to go where our larger covered vessels can’t, so we can take you closer to the incredible wildlife.

Skiffs

Our motorized flat bottom aluminum skiffs also allow us to go where our larger covered vessels can’t, especially into shallow areas and rivers.

Authentic If you’re looking for an authentic experience led by knowledgeable First Nations people then this is for you. The guides were fabulous people whose respect for the land and sea and wildlife was awe inspiring. We learnt so much and felt privileged to have spent the day with Brennan and Karissa who were able to educate us and share stories of their past and of their struggles.

We were well looked after and had plenty to eat and drink. Two sightings of Grizzlies and numerous humpbacks was thrilling.

Thank you Sea Wolf.
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Deborah S
6/15/2024

Our amazing day with Sea Wolf Adventures This was, without doubt, the highlight of our trip to Vancouver Island. The day was amazing from begging to end. The guides were so knowledgeable and happy to share their heritage with us as well as understanding and respect for the animals we encountered.
We learned so much. We saw so much. We are grateful for our adventure. 🙏
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Tour15529817573
6/15/2024
Bears, whales and an opportunity to hear stories - what more could you want! A brilliant day with this crew. Julie collected us from our hotel and then we went on a full day boat ride to see grizzly bears with two knowledgeable Indigenous guides who educated us about both wildlife and the worlds of the First Nation peoples. We saw bears, sea otters, humpback whales, eagles, dolphins and right at the end orcas! A marvellous day and even the rain couldn’t dampen our spirits. Don’t miss out on this magic!
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ojtharris
6/05/2024

Just book it Fantastic trip.
Led by AJ and Clarissa.
Clarissa gave us a wonderful insight into the indigenous peoples of the area and her particular struggles with the money making corporations.
We saw black bears feeding on the sea shore then travelled on to one of the indigenous sites to see the grizzlies.
A long wait crouched and sitting on a log but there was so much going on: a heron in a nearby tree, a kingfisher flashing in and out of the bank, lots of crows and of course salmon fighting their way upstream.
We were rewarded with not just one but two grizzlies coming downstream, catching salmon and eating them less than 50 feet away. Must have spent an hour just watching and capturing on camera. Sights we will never forget and well beyond expectation.
Sadly we coukdn't stay the night and made our way back to Port McNeil.
AJ and Clarissa made this trip so special with their knowledge and insight. Cannot recommend this company highly enough or give them enough stars.
If you want to see grizzlies doing what grizzlies do then look no further. Good food, good knowledgable local guides. Just book it.
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rayandjuliab
10/10/2023
An amazing experience The Sea Wolf Adventures ‘ Grizzly Bears of the Wild’ was just one of the most memorable and fantastic experiences of my travelling life.
The entire experience from booking, joining instructions , welcome , leaders and ‘ what we saw’ was of the highest professional quality .
AJ and Letitia went the ‘ extra mile’ to ensure both the safety and welfare of the animals and environment and the experiences of us guests
I would thoroughly recommend Sea Wolf Adventures to anyone wishing to experience wild life in Northern Vancouver Island and to better understand First Nation culture and history
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Dulverton62
10/02/2023

Fantastic! We had an amazing day with our Captain Teddy and guide Lateisha! We did the day long grizzly bear tour and were out on the water for about 9 hours. The stories, wildlife interpretation and scenery were incredible. Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff. We saw 6 grizzlies, ~30 humpback & 1 minke whale, sea lions, sea otters, seals! They were respectful of the wildlife, very accommodating to the guests, and truly lovely people to guide us for the day! The food was good. Couldn't have asked for a better day. Highly recommend!
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Tracy B
9/23/2023
Incredible day with Seawolf and SheWolf! What an incredible day out with SeaWolf Adventures. Humpbacks, sea lions, sea otters, and grizzlies! Incredible stories and knowledge sharing. Gila’kasla to Sherry and Teddy for gifting us such a supernatural experience!
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Explore813649
9/23/2023

Truly awesome trip We are a Dutch couple, doing a tour of South Western Canada, and part of this was visiting Vancouver Island. The last thing we did before returning to the mainland of Canada was the grizzly bear spotting with Sea Wolf Adventures.
This is organized by so-called First Nation people of Canada (in Holland we would call them Indians). The logistics of the trip were very well organized (including a continental breakfast and a simple, but very tasty lunch).
It took a boat ride of about an hour and a half from Port McNeil to the grizzly bear area, during which we saw many humpback whales and a few killer whales.
To hear the story of the the First Nations people, and how their people have been (mis) treated in the past was fascinating to hear and very, very moving. It added a big additional aspect to this already very spectacular trip.
After having heard this story, we began the grizzly spotting part of the trip. We walked through a dense rain forest for about 20 minutes (following our guide, a First Nations guy who always walks bare foot). We already saw grizzly poop and a place where a grizzly had apparently spent the night very recently (so the suspense was building ), until we got to the river. We then waited for close to an hour before the first grizzly arrived. We all hid behind a huge log and saw from up close how the grizzly went about his business (mainly trying to catch salmon, and then eating it). A second grizzly soon followed, and this one approached us to about 5 meters from us: very exciting, and because of the professional organization, it never felt scary.
All in all, this was one of the most exciting things we have ever experienced and I highly, highly recommend it to anyone who is visiting Vancouver Island! Do this excursion, and do it with this organization. You will not be disappointed!!
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PioppiSlowfood
9/19/2023
An amazing day… An amazing day out on the water seeing orcas, bears (black & grizzley‘s), dolphins, eagles, humpbacks but also an incredible landscape in the Knight Inlet.

The team was sharing their interesting know-how on wildlife and the traditions of the First Nations. The boat is modern and the groups are small so that everyone has enough space to watch the wildlife.

The trip was very relaxing, no rush at all, I believe we even stayed out longer as we were lucky to encounter a pot of orca‘s staying around the boat, playing and singing - just beautiful.

We can definitely recommend doing the tour! Worth every penny.
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nadkur
9/16/2023

Bucket list day! We had the most amazing day out with Seawolf adventures. It was an absolute bucket list day for both of us. Alan was extremely knowledgeable and sincere in his sharing of his cultural knowledge and we felt cared for and looked after throughout the day.
We saw grizzlies, whales, dolphins and otters. It was fantastic. I would urge anyone thinking of doing this to just go ahead and do it.
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njane1
9/08/2023
Awesome wildlife experience We had an amazing day with Danielle and Teddy from Sea Wolf Adventures. Pick up from Alert Bay was easy and on time. The boat was full with 10 passengers, but still comfortable, with lots of room for viewing. We headed towards Knights Inlet, and saw a half-dozen grizzlies in the morning, including a mother and 2 cubs. We stopped into a lovely cove on West Cracroft Island for lunch, and then started looking for sea life, and, wow, did we find it! We wound up in the midst of what we later learned were three pods of resident orca all feeding in a big tidal rip, with some pacific white-sided dolphins joining in the fun. They were all around us!!! What a special encounter, which lasted nearly an hour. We saw another pod of orca feeding later in a different area. Throw in a couple Dall's porpoise, some harbour porpoise, a few humpback whales, and steller sea lions, all of which we also saw, and you can appreciate why we were truly awed by our experience. Danielle and Teddy were terrific guides. They shared their First Nations history, knowledge, and identify with justifiable pride, and answered our many questions. We highly recommend this tour if you get the chance!!!
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Keith Y
9/07/2023

Just do it! My parents and I went for a trip with Sea Wolf Adventures on the 4th of September. The boat was captained by AJ and guided by Latisha and Dallas. All three of them did an exceptional job hosting us and showing us these beautiful waters. AJ was our point man and spared no effort in takin care of us and showing us everything there was to see. Latisha, with her cheerful and infectious smile was always on hand to answer our questions and share information about First Nations culture and history. A superb experience and a must-do!
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robin_wildlife
9/06/2023
Fullcare, responsible, breathtaking Allover great trip saw many grizzlies, dolphins, humpback-whale, orcas, seaotters etc.

Lateesha was our guide, with Teddy as skipper and both of them were very friendly. Lateesha answered at all the questions with patience and passion. She did all she could for the best comfort of everybody, always a smile on the face.

Moreover, it appears that this company, run by the indegenous Kwakwak'awak, is very sensivite to respect the animals environment.

In one word: Perfect!
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marcpQ7866KT
9/02/2023

A must do adventure! We had an absolutely incredible time with Teddy and Latisha, we saw 7grizzly bears, 3 humpback whales, a pod of orcas, a pod of dolphins and a load of sea otters ! The food provided was incredible and we could not fault the day. Both Teddy (our captain) and Latisha shared some incredible facts and stories! We would 10000% recommend doing this trip! It was well worth the money.
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leonie-wheeler0595
9/02/2023
Totally awesome Grizzly Bears of the wild Tour Thank you to Latisha and a Teddy for a life changing enriched day tour with on 23rd Aug. You went above and beyond and we felt truly spoilt. True food for the mind, body and soul. A day my husband and I will cherish in our hearts always. We not only saw Grizzly bears, Seals, Orcas, Sea Otters and so much wild life, they shared cultural and historical stories in such a understandable and beautiful way and made us feel wonderful. It was truly a magical experience which all on board enjoyed. Thank you. Highly recommend Sea Wolf and their fab team. Thank you so much Latisha and Teddy. Best wishes always Gordon and Max
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Maxine C
9/02/2023

10 out of 20 Fantastic day out with Danielle and Teddy.
We saw orcas, grizzly bears, sea lions.
Stopped for lunch in the sun at Marine Bay Cove.
Good food.
All in all, 10 out of 10.
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madagascarmoppett
9/02/2023
Wonderful adventure! A incredible day spent with Alan and Brennan. 15 Orcas, 6 Humpbacks, white sided dolphins,:Dahl porpoise, 2 Grizzly sows with cubs! It was so good that Alan and Brennan were excited. Nice to see and hear how Sea Otters are returning, saving the Kelp beds, and Salmon runs are increasing with most of the fish farms gone. Thanks for a fantastic day
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Jim M
8/28/2023

Best Day Ever Our outing was truly extraordinary. Day started early. 6:30. Brennen and Alan were our guides. The were both members of the Kwakwala tribe. We had spent the day before at Alert Bay so we understood a little about the First Nations people and history. The plan WAS to go to see bears early in the day and then go look for Marine life. But as we were picking up a couple at Alert Bay, Alan the boat driver and captain, said "No Way!" and we took off to look at Transient (mammal-eating) whales that he had unexpectedly seen. It is rare to find them. We spend some time watching them and felt awed by the experience. I think we were then headed towards the bears and saw about 20 Resident (fish-eating) whales. What was unique there was that there were so many and they seemed to be sleeping. They weren't moving much at all. The guides said they had never seen that before. We hung out there and also saw several humpback whales, porpoises, dolphins, jumping salmon, sea otters. It was amazing. And we started developing relationships with the guides. When asked questions, they talked about the lives and the history of their people. I had seen the cultural center at Alert Bay the day before, but this made it real. I felt like I knew what it was like to be Kwakwala. They both loved being part of that community and felt privileged to have grown up the way they did. I can't say enough about that unexpected aspect of the trip. We then headed toward the bears and we saw a mama bear and two cubs. I think we would have seen more, but a helicopter had been there earlier and scared them off. Interesting that low tide is the best time to see them from the shore because they were eating things like mussels that were exposed at low tide. This was on a mainland inlet and very secluded. We stopped for gas and it was like we were in some enchanted land. We pulled up on a dock and had lunch. The sun was out and it was glorious. We saw at least one bald eagle flying. By the way, they provided food and it was great. Fruit/yogurt/granola and then mid morning a muffin. Lunch was sandwiches/chips and a nice drink. Then afternoon cookie. At this point we felt like we had seen so much, but we went back to look for more. The afternoon high note was seeing a lot of sea lions. They were swimming and then climbed up on rocks and started making loud honking sounds. At the end of the day, I felt like I had made friends with the guides and seen so much wildlife. One of the best days ever. I think we may have been fortunate to have seen so much, but even if we hadn't, I know that the guides would have done everything they could to find life us us to see. They really cared about the quality of the experience. Best Day Ever!
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911marianj
8/26/2023
“Incredible experience with grizzlies, whales and dolphins” We had an amazing experience with Sea Wolf. Our crew of Harry and Steven were amazing. They have... read more
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amandaz280
9/28/2022

“Such a beautiful day.. ” We did a Grizzly Bear watching trip in early September. We were picked up by the boat at Alder Bay... read more
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Crieffy
9/27/2022
“the most amazing day!” Our day with Steven was the most amazing day we spent on Vancouver Island. He took us on his boat... read more
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julekattrin
9/20/2022

“Explore Knight Inlet” We had a beautiful trip in August to Knight Inlet with Shirley and Gana. They gave us many... read more
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K1undO1
9/16/2022
“Great day out viewing bears & other wildlife” Brilliant boat trip out to see the bears. Guides were really knowledgable and interesting. Loved... read more
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Bonbarber
9/13/2022

“Informative, enjoyable and great tour operators” We took the grizzly tour with Sherry as our captain and she was amazing. She is such a calm and... read more
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jaynine2014
9/05/2022
Unreal trip!!!!! I cannot express how AMAZING this company is! My sister and I went on one tour with them that blew our minds so much we ended up going out again with them 48hrs later.

Everything about the trip is 10/10
- the boat is super comfy and perfect for viewing wildlife

- the guides are superb at spotting the animals and clearly care about them and the environment (unlike others I’ve been on where they will chase the animals to the point they actively swim away). They are great fun!

- we saw plenty of grizzlies, orcas, humpbacks, Dalls porpoises, white-sides dolphins and black bears….. anything and everything will be seen on these trips!!

Next time we are back in Port McNeil we’ll be searching out Sea Wolf again
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G4873QIrosieb
8/30/2022

First Nation amazingness!! Sherry and Gana were brilliant and made us all laugh from the get go. They were very knowledgable and you could tell how much they cared about the wildlife. The U'mista cultrual centre was so interesting and although we only had 20 mins in their due to us being distracted by a humpback fin slapping the water, it was one of the highlights and we wish we had more time there. We saw orcas, humpbacks, grizzly bears and black bears. The food provided was excellent and everyone was so attentive to our needs and I cannot fault them or the company. Shout out to Stephen who was also a brilliant guide on our second trip with sea wolf. Such beautiful people! We had the best day and we recommend this trip to anyone who visits, you won't be disappointed.
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EllieBo95
8/30/2022
“First Nation amazingness!!” Sherry and Gana were brilliant and made us all laugh from the get go. They were very knowledgable... read more
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EllieBo95
8/30/2022

“Heartfelt and personal tour with lots and lots of wildlife!” We (mom, dad and two girls of 13 and 16) travelled to the north of Vancouver Island with one goal... read more
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JacquesV399
8/29/2022
Heartfelt and personal tour with lots and lots of wildlife! We (mom, dad and two girls of 13 and 16) travelled to the north of Vancouver Island with one goal: to finally see grizzlies in the wild! And we did. The full day grizzly tour with Sea Wolf is great. There's plenty of time and as mentioned by other reviewers the guides are awesome. I absolutely recommend doing this tour, especially because these guys are First Nation, born and raised in the area. They have all kinds of personal and cultural things to tell. For us, a visit to the now abandoned Village Island was actually one of the highlights of the day, when actually all we wanted to see at the start of the tour were, exactly, grizzlies.
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JacquesV399
8/29/2022

“AMAZING!!” Wow!! I can’t say enough good things about this! I strongly believe that guides can make or break a... read more
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T2558TYmichellew
8/24/2022
“A grizzly and much more!” A day well spent with our fantastic guides (Steven and Brennan), and two other families (12 people... read more
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johndawson149
8/16/2022

“Awesome wildlife watching and cultural education” We had a spectacular time with guides Harry and Brennan on a powerful comfortable ocean craft for... read more
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76victoriaa
8/11/2022
“BEST DAY OUT EVER” We did the Grizzly Bears of the Wild Tour. Steven and Sherry were such amazing hosts, so... read more
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BizzylaFrance
7/17/2022

“Awesome day” Fantastic day with Sherry (captain of the boat), Brandon, a young indigenous man who excels in the... read more
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karvinh_13
7/14/2022
“Must do! Amazing wildlife and glimpse into First Nation history and life!” Steven and Sherrie (hope I go this right, me and names-sorry) are stars! You made this an... read more
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Cosmopolitan501356
7/10/2022

“Incredible Tour” We did the Grizzly Bears of the Wild tour and it was incredible! Saw Grizzlies, Humpback Whales... read more
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cainant
7/06/2022
“Amazing grizzly bear tour!!” This was the most amazing experience! It was a very special day. We started the day out with... read more
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alainav
7/05/2022

“Top drawer experience” Spent the day with guide, Stephen Alfred, on his very comfortable boat. The engine purred so nicely... read more
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SaWatson357
7/02/2022
“Everybody should have a chance to experience the Sea Wolf Grizzly Bears of the Wild Adventure. Worth every penny!!” After hearing Ed & Jeff, the Upside guys on Chek News, talk about the wonderful time that they had... read more
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Barb4000
6/27/2022

“A trip of a lifetime! Don’t hesitate to book it.” If you’re looking for a boat trip to view wildlife safely and respectfully you will not find a... read more
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wozziemail
6/27/2022

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An all-in-one grizzly bear and wildlife experience in the Great Bear Rainforest. Come and witness the beauty of our territory!

A fine reel from one of our guests!

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Some encouraging news for Salmon populations in BC courtesy of the talented @rolfhickerphotography

“The removal of fish farms has greatly impacted our bears in the Great Bear Rainforest. ⁠
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Back in 2019, my photos highlighted the heartbreaking sight of starving bears due to a lack of salmon.⁠
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Yesterday, I had the incredible opportunity to join @seawolfadventures and visit X̱a̱ḵwika̱n in the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka’wakw People. ⁠
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Seeing salmon leaping over waterfalls and grizzly bears enjoying a feast was a sight I hadn’t witnessed in years.⁠
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A huge thank you to Sherry and Alan for showing us the remarkable return of salmon and the healthier bears that come with it. 🙌⁠
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But our work isn’t done. Fish farms still operate around Knight Inlet, and the government has extended their “fade out period” for another 5 years. We need to act quickly—our bears might don’t have that much time left! 🕰️💪⁠”

#bcoutdoorsmagazine
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The Great Bear Rainforest Photography Tour is coming up! Here’s a little reminder of what’s out here!

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The Great Bear Rainforest Photography Tour is coming up! Here’s a little reminder of what’s out here! ...

Many many people have connected to this mountain, in the recent years, and it really is a special place in many hearts. But we’d like to share just the titbit of information on what this mountain means to us as the four tribes of the Dzawada̱`enux̱w. The Musg̱a̱makw Dzawada̱`enux̱w is: Kingcome, Gilford, Hopetown, and Wakeman. For millennia, we’ve paid respect to this mountain and what it represents. It is rich with Gwawa̱`enux̱w history which we uphold tremendously. Many non-Musg̱a̱makw, in recent times, have flown there, landed on there, got married on there, and therefore hold this mountain in high regard; it’s a special place that you can see from the Broughton Archipelago. This mountain is known to our people as K̕we and has a deep beautiful history! #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #musgamakwdzawadaenuxw #kwe

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At Sea Wolf Adventures, our team is more than just a group of dedicated professionals; they are the heart and soul of our operation. I am deeply grateful for each member’s hard work and dedication. Watching them grow every day and every year has been nothing short of inspiring.

Their blossoming confidence and evolving skills are evident in how they passionately share our stories and culture with visitors from around the world. It is truly amazing to see them become not only educators but also ambassadors of our heritage. Their commitment to our mission and their ability to connect with guests is a testament to their incredible growth and unwavering dedication.

Together, we are not just showcasing the beauty of our lands but also preserving and sharing our culture, creating meaningful connections, and ensuring that our traditions and stories are passed on. I am incredibly proud of our Sea Wolf team and all that they have achieved. They are the embodiment of our values and the driving force behind our success. #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #seawolfteam #kwakwakawakw #musgamakwdzawadaenuxw

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It’s been amazing witnessing the comeback of our salmon in X̱a̱kwika̱n. A shout out to all of you that helped remove open net fish farms out of our territory; especially our own people. To witness wolves, in Grizzly Bear country, catch wild salmon is hard to put into words. We’ve never seen this pool so black with fish for such a long time. The baby salmon can now swim through our waters unharmed by the salmon factories; and this video shows the results! #seawolfadventures #traveltruthbeauty #wolves #kwikwasutinuxwterritory #salmon #saveoursalmon

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Named after my daughter, Mayumi, our new canoe is very sophisticated; as you can see. Part of my daughter’s heritage brings her back to Japanese history. Mayumi means Truth and Beauty; which is so fitting in many ways. As we make the transition to these wonderful canoes, we hope for your understanding in seeing where we are wanting to bring our experiences to; the next level:) in the same breath, we’d like to honour our nephew @garrettwilliemusic for paving the way for indigenous blues/rock and expressing his own unique style of music! #seawolfadventures #traveltruthbeauty #mayumi #garrettwilliemusic 🎥 - @downtofilm

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Hi`hatsawe in our territory is priceless to watch! #dolphins #kwikwasutinuxwterritory music @garrettwilliemusic

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Hi`hatsawe in our territory is priceless to watch! #dolphins #kwikwasutinuxwterritory music @garrettwilliemusic ...

Just a few highlights:) 🎥- @alan_hunt88

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Just a few highlights:) 🎥- @alan_hunt88 ...

Looking for a boat that’s not just your run-of-the-mill, bobbing-on-the-water experience? Our vessels are the epitome of stability and reliability—think the Rolls-Royce of the sea. Luxurious doesn’t even begin to cover it; you’ll feel like Poseidon in a penthouse. And those diesel outboards? They’re the secret sauce that makes us different. Unique, you ask? We redefine the word. These boats are not just worthy; they cut through waves like a hot knife through butter.

But it’s not just about the ride. With Sea Wolf Adventures, you’re not just a passenger; you’re part of a proud First Nations journey. We invite you to experience our rich cultural heritage firsthand, from our traditional territories to our language and stories. Join us and turn the sea into your personal playground, while immersing yourself in the legacy of our ancestors. Sail with us, and let’s make waves—both literally and culturally. That wicked ass music by @garrettwilliemusic! #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #ABDBOATS #TheRide

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Living in a rainforest, priceless! 🎥 @taylormichaelburk

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Living in a rainforest, priceless! 🎥 @taylormichaelburk ...

We are very fortunate that Pacific White Sided Dolphins use our territory for their birthing places. Watching the adults teach their young ones how to hunt and how to use the art of synchronization to their advantage is priceless! #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #gonorthisland #explorebc #explorecanada #dolphins #kwikwasutinuxwterritory

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