CAMPBELL RIVER CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Private, customizable boat tours from Campbell River to the shores and channels of Quadra Island

Skippered private tours run daily from Campbell River for groups up to five, with a minimum four-hour booking and options that include fishing, prawning, transfers and scenic channel runs.

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Private, customizable boat tours from Campbell River to the shores and channels of Quadra Island.

Duration

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Location

Campbell River

Operator

Quadra Island Boat Tours

Outing Highlights

THE ROUTE

Fully customizable private runs

Every booking is private and flexible: guests have control over itinerary, and the operator will work with you to build a route that suits your interests among Quadra Island’s coastal areas.

THE HARVEST

Fishing and prawning options

If you want to fish or go prawning, the operator can provide recommendations and ideas and incorporate those activities into a private tour.

THE ADVENTURE

Transfers, scenic channels and rapids

Tours can be used for practical transfers between points or for more thrilling channel runs that may include encounters with rapids—your private itinerary determines the focus.

What the day feels like

What the private tour feels like

A private tour with Quadra Island Boat Tours is a small, skipper-led outing where the group sets the agenda: choose to spend the day fishing, prawning, moving between points, or exploring scenic channels. Tours run daily, start early for morning departures, and are sold in multi-hour blocks so guests can settle into the rhythm of the water without watching the clock.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this private tour is right for

Small groups & couplesIdeal: private booking is sized for small parties—up to five guests—so couples or small groups get personalized time on the water.

Families (all ages)Suitable: tours are described as for all ages and can be tailored to a family’s preferred pace and activities.

Anglers & seafood foragersGood match: the operator can recommend fishing and prawning spots and incorporate those pursuits into your private itinerary.

Travelers needing transfersPractical option: tours can be used to get from A to B on a private schedule, with the same private-boat format and capacity limits.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to bring

The operator provides recommendations and can advise on gear for activities like fishing or prawning—contact them ahead of your booking for specific suggestions.

Trip flexibility

Tours are fully customizable; discuss your priorities with the operator so they can propose a suitable route and activities.

Booking note

Because bookings are private and tailored, the operator suggests contacting them in advance to confirm details and any equipment needs for specific activities.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long are the tours and what are the rates?

Minimum bookings start at 4 hours. Published rates are: 4 hours $850; 5 hours $1,050; 6 hours $1,200; 7 hours $1,350; 8 hours $1,500; 9 hours $1,625. A 10% fuel surcharge applies.

How many people can join a private tour?

Private tours accommodate up to five guests.

When can tours start?

First tours of the day can start at 8:00 a.m. or 9:00 a.m.; tours run daily.

Can you include fishing or prawning?

Yes. The operator can provide recommendations and incorporate fishing or prawning into a private, customizable tour—contact them for details.

Are these tours private and customizable?

Yes. These are private, fully customizable tours where guests have control over where to go and what to see among Quadra Island's areas.

Who operates the tours?

The operator is Quadra Island Boat Tours, running private boat tours out of Campbell River to areas around Quadra Island.