A six‑day immersion into Haida Gwaii blending cultural ceremonies, artist studios, coastal hikes and a peak climb. Expect rainforest trails, totem pole history, a paddle on the Tlell River, and panoramic ocean views from Mt. Genevieve.
A six‑day immersion into Haida Gwaii blending cultural ceremonies, artist studios, coastal hikes and a peak climb. Expect rainforest trails, totem pole history, a paddle on the Tlell River, and panoramic ocean views from Mt. Genevieve.
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Operated by Ocean Edge Expeditions · Skidegate, British Columbia
You step from the small plane into cedar-scented air and the island wind pushes you toward the distant bark of spruce and the hush of old-growth forest. Over six days the Reach Your Peak package threads cultural encounters with shoreline walks, a two‑hour stand‑up paddle on the Tll.aal Gandlaay (Tlell) River, and a summit push up Mt. Genevieve for panoramic ocean views.
moderate.
5 nights / 6 days.
Participants should have moderate fitness: able to hike up to 3 hours with elevation, handle uneven terrain and light scrambling, and perform basic paddleboard movements.
It’s a challenging 3‑hour vertical route to the summit (729 m) with steep sections, stairs and rope‑assisted bits—moderate fitness and sturdy boots recommended.
No—guided SUP on the Tlell River is suitable for beginners; guides provide instruction and life jackets are supplied.
Guests meet at Sandspit Airport; transfers and 5 nights’ accommodation in Skidegate (Jags) are included as noted in the itinerary.
Yes, but visitors should be briefed beforehand; respectful behavior is required and some events (like Elder’s meals) may have age or participation limits.
Haida Gwaii is the ancestral territory of the Haida Nation; totem poles, longhouses and living art preserve stories of lineage, law and place.
The islands host fragile old‑growth rainforest and sensitive intertidal ecosystems—stay on trails, avoid collecting cultural artifacts, and follow local guidelines to reduce impact.
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