Desolation Sound

Get away to B.C.’s biggest marine park

SCHEDULED AND CHARTER SEAPLANE FLIGHTS TO B.C.’S BIGGEST MARINE PARK

Explore the natural wonders of British Columbia. You’ll arrive in the largest marine park in the province, covering more than 6,000 acres. There are a number of options for you to get out on the water whether it’s a boat, kayak, or even a stand-up paddleboard. And if you want to get in the water? There are pockets of warm water that make for a perfect place to jump right in.

Kenmore Air flies scheduled and charter seaplane flights from Seattle to Desolation Sound with several different anchorage points. There are private resorts (Dent Island Lodge, Sonora Resort, Nanook Lodge to name a few – NOTE: Must be a guest at these properties), hotels, and vacation rentals available in the area, making this the perfect meeting place whether you’re looking to cruise the lush shorelines, fish for king salmon or halibut, search for some wildlife or just relax in one of the most beautiful settings on the planet.

Upon Request Destinations: Toba Wilderness | Mink Island | Fisherman’s Landing

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TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Arrive at check-in prepared with the following documents:

Passport Book
Travel visa | eTA (foreign passports)

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SEAPLANE

FLOATPLANE

Seasonal service, May to September, for Desolation Sound from either Kenmore Air Harbor or Lake Union. Our fleet includes six-seat de Havilland Beavers and ten-seat Otters. Looking for something more personal? The Cessna 180 is a two to three passenger floatplane that is a most economical charter flight option.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

Kenmore Air flies to five different anchorage points in Desolation Sound, which makes it an ideal connection and pick-up point. There are incredible lodging options in the area such as the April Point Resort and Spa on Quadra Island or the Cabana Desolation Eco Resort on Kinghorn Island, Fisherman’s Landing and Lodge, Nanook Lodge, Sonora Resort, or Dent Island. Other spots — like Mink Island — are privately owned, but have public anchorage.

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APRIL POINT MARINA REFUGE COVE CORTES BAY/GOVERNMENT DOCK DENT ISLAND LODGE GORGE HARBOUR SONORA RESORT PRIDEAUX HAVEN BLISS LANDING MORGAN‘S / FISHERMAN’S LODGE NANOOK LODGE

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