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Spend two hours aboard a private charter from Deep Cove into Indian Arm, a dramatic glacial fjord. See waterfalls, waterfront communities, seals and possibly orca while cruising past historic power-station sites and hidden caves.
Spend two hours aboard a private charter from Deep Cove into Indian Arm, a dramatic glacial fjord. See waterfalls, waterfront communities, seals and possibly orca while cruising past historic power-station sites and hidden caves.
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Operated by Michael Griffiths · North Vancouver, British Columbia
You step onto the Pekelos Son at the wooden Deep Cove Government Dock, engine ticking, gulls flicking along the shoreline as the boat slips into the narrow throat of Indian Arm. Granite walls close in, trees clinging to seams of rock, and the water narrows into a glacial fjord carved by ice age glaciers. In two hours you’ll travel roughly 12 km up the arm and back — about 24 km roundtrip — island-hopping past off-grid waterfront cabins, peering into a low secret cave and pausing beneath Silver and Granite Falls. The corridor of Indian Arm sits on Coast Salish territory historically used by the Tsleil-Waututh and Squamish peoples; later, small hydro and logging outposts dotted the shoreline and left relic foundations you’ll pass. Geologically the steep, sheer walls and hanging waterfalls are classic fjord features; expect sudden shifts in wind and light as the boat threads the inlet. Wildlife often provides the show: harbour seals loaf on logs, black-tailed deer can be seen on ledges, and seabirds track the wake; on rare days, transient orca pods move through the mouth of the inlet. Practical edge: meet at 4425 Gallant Ave (Deep Cove Government Dock) at least 30–60 minutes early in summer for parking. Lifejackets, bottled water and blankets are provided; wear layers and a windproof shell, bring binoculars and a camera with a quick-raising strap. Tours run in most weather but can cancel for safety — check forecasts and the operator’s 24-hour cancellation policy before you go.
easy.
2 hours.
Minimal fitness required; passengers should be able to step on and off a small vessel and sit for the duration.
Boarding is at Deep Cove Government Dock, 4425 Gallant Ave, north of the Deep Cove Kayak Centre — plan to arrive early for parking.
Yes — lifejackets are provided for all passengers and must be worn if directed by the captain.
Infants are allowed but must sit on an adult’s lap; service animals are permitted. Strollers can be used to reach the dock but must be folded for boarding.
The operator reserves the right to cancel for safety; the standard policy allows full refund if canceled at least 24 hours before departure or in poor weather.
Indian Arm’s steep fjord was carved by ice age glaciers and later hosted small hydro and logging outposts; its shoreline and waterways are on Tsleil-Waututh and Squamish territories.
Respect shoreline habitats by staying on-board unless the captain permits landing; avoid feeding wildlife and pack out any waste to protect sensitive fjord ecosystems.
Michael Griffiths operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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