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The beautiful colours of wildlife. It's hard not

The beautiful colours of wildlife.

It's hard not to notice the amazing and brightly marked Wood Duck. And it's actually the male Wood Duck that sports this beautiful multi-coloured breeding plumage from October through June.

It's a distinctively North American species and is found in Canada in the southern parts of most provinces, like British Columbia, which is where we saw this gorgeous fellow.

You can find out more about the wildlife we see on our expeditions at www.pacificyellowfin.com

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*Wood Duck facts from Hinterland Who's Who

Making a splash! These Pacific White-sided dolphi

Making a splash!

These Pacific White-sided dolphins are always so much fun to encounter. They have a gregarious nature, move quickly and are often seen in large groups.

We saw this beautiful pod on a trip in July 2019.

Wildlife viewings and experiences are important aspects of our expeditions. So special and memorable.

Find out more about the wildlife we often see on our expeditions: www.pacificyellowfin.com

#wildlife #dolphins #pacificwhitesideddolphins #adventureunscripted #pacificexpeditions #wildlifeexperiences #pacificyellowfincharters #pacificcoastalbritishcolumbia #wildernessadventures #destinationbc #luxuryyachtcharters

Beautiful British Columbia! We truly live and wor

Beautiful British Columbia!

We truly live and work in an amazing part of the world. And when we look at images like these from past journeys (that's us in the photo!) we are reminded of the breathtaking beauty of the BC wilderness.

We loving sharing it with our guests and have just launched our 2021 Great Canadian Staycation expedition, exclusively for Canadian residents.

Check out the details: www.pacificyellowfin.com

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#desinationbc
#ExploreBC #wildernessadventures #scenicview #greatcanadianstaycation #adventureunscripted
#pacificyellowfincharters
#luxuryyachtcharters #historicvessel

Our happy place... Blue skies, calm waters and th

Our happy place...

Blue skies, calm waters and then...something unexpected and wonderful pops into the scene.

The wilderness - and the wildlife that abide in it - are unpredictable. That's why we love to say our expeditions are full of "adventure unscripted".

Find out more about our Great Canadian Staycation and experience your own adventure!
www.pacificyellowfin.com

#pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinexperience #pacificyellowfinchartersexpeditions #greatcanadianstaycation #exclusivelyforcanadians #destinationbc #adventureunscripted #luxuryyachtcharters #historicvessel #canadianvacations
#whales

Leaping into the weekend... It was such an exciti

Leaping into the weekend...

It was such an exciting experience to see & to photograph this gorgeous bear as he went for that fish!

Taken on one of our expeditions in September 2019, it's not one we'll ever forget. An incredible memory for us and our guests.

Explore our 2021 trip opportunities: www.pacificyellowfin.com

#pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinexpeditions #greatcanadianstaycation
#bears #bearviewing #bearsfishing #bcwildlife
#adventureunscripted
#luxuryyachtcharters #historicvessel #canadianvacations

Waterside dining! On a sunny day like today we're

Waterside dining!

On a sunny day like today we're longing for evening meals like this. Creatively prepared by Chef Ben and set up to maximize the view & the experience for our guests.

Learn more about our latest expedition - The Great Canadian Staycation (exclusive to Canadians).
www.pacificyellowfin.com

📷 @kwexphoto

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There are all kinds of families & today we celebra

There are all kinds of families & today we celebrate them all!

It's Family Day in B.C., & in many parts of Canada, so we wanted to to take this opportunity to wish you all a wonderful day.

All the best from our PYF family to yours. ⚓

www.pacificyellowfin.com

#familyday #families #wildlifephotos #sealions #stellersealions #beautifulbritishcolumbia #adventureunscripted #pacificyellowfincharters #greatcanadianstaycation
#luxuryyachtcharters #familyvacations
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The mighty Spirit Bear! One of the world's unique

The mighty Spirit Bear!

One of the world's unique species the Spirit Bear aka Kermode bear, is found only in Canada's Great Bear Rainforest - a 6.4 million ha ecosystem on British Columbia’s north and central coast. It is the world’s largest intact temperate rainforest.

Their beauty is undeniable and it's exciting to share rare wildlife experiences like this with our guests.

www.pacificyellowfin.com

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#bcwildlife
#wildernessexpeditions
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Secret cove. We have a few different tenders & lo

Secret cove.

We have a few different tenders & love to take our guests out exploring to beautiful, and sometimes hidden, little spots like this.

Our expeditions take us through some amazing scenery & locations.

Find out more: www.pacificyellowfin.com

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#vacationsforcanadians #multigenerationalfamilyvacations
#covidbubble #travelsafely
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#ExploreBC #explorethewild #destinationBC #Desolationsound
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We do love fish on Fridays! And so does this gorge

We do love fish on Fridays! And so does this gorgeous bear!

On our newest Expedition: The Great Canadian Staycation - you might experience bear viewing!

We anchor in deserted coves where our ships' tenders can take you up close and personal to untouched stretches of coastline alive with wildlife and vibrant sea life.

Find out more about this incredible adventure on the Pacific Yellowfin. One that will allow you and your Covid bubble to experience a private expedition in secluded Desolation Sound. Offered at a special rate for Canadians only.

www.pacificyellowfin.com

#pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinexpeditions #greatcanadianstaycation
#bears #bearviewing #bearsfishing #bcwildlife
#adventureunscripted
#luxuryyachtcharters #historicvessel #canadianvacations

What a great day to be out on the water in a kayak

What a great day to be out on the water in a kayak!

Kayaking is just one of the many activities we offer guests on our expeditions. We have lots of "toys" for all to enjoy:
You can glide through the air on our two inflatable trampolines amidst beautiful coastal scenery. Shoot down our 40' inflatable slide into the warmest Pacific waters North of Mexico. Hop onto kayaks, paddleboards, waterskis, and wakeboards for a fun-fuelled afternoon or immerse yourself beneath the waves with our wetsuits and snorkelling gear.

+ more!

Check out our website for further info: www.pacificyellowfin.com

📷 @jeremykoreski

#kayaks #kayaking #explorebc #pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinmagic #desolationsound #luxuryyachtcharters #historicvessel #desinationbc #adventureunscripted #canadianstaycations

We are excited to announce our newest Pacific Yell

We are excited to announce our newest Pacific Yellowfin Charters' Expedition: THE GREAT CANADIAN STAYCATION - Exclusive to Canadians!

This incredible adventure on the Pacific Yellowfin will allow you and your Covid bubble to experience a private expedition in secluded Desolation Sound.

Offered at a special rate for Canadians only, this expedition is designed to allow multi-generational families and friends to have fun, stay safe and explore the wild, natural beauty of one of Canada’s treasures.

More information on this amazing adventure at www.pacificyellowfin.com

#thegreatcanadianstaycation #pacificyellowfinchartersexpeditions
#pacificyellowfincharters
#exclusivetocanadians #privateexpedition
#vacationsforcanadians #multigenerationalfamilyvacations
#covidbubble #travelsafely
#wildernessadventures
#ExploreBC #explorethewild #destinationBC #Desolationsound
#historicvessel

Weekend vibes... A beautiful sunny day & calm wat

Weekend vibes...

A beautiful sunny day & calm waters - perfect for an adventure!

We love days like this, but any day on the water, & in nature, is a great day.

Explore more at www.pacificyellowfin.com

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#pacificyellowfinexpeditions
#wildernessadventures #desolationsound
#wildlifeexperiences #luxuryyachtcharters
#historicvessel #explorebc

BC wildlife comes in all sizes... Like this beaut

BC wildlife comes in all sizes...

Like this beautiful bald eagle, perched majestically, that we saw on an expedition to Desolation Sound.

Did you know bald eagles can grow to about one metre tall and have a wingspread of over two meters? The female is bigger than male and both sexes have a white head, white tail and a large yellow bill.*

They are an amazing creature to behold.

Wildlife is abundant in the region and bald eagles aren't the only birds of prey there. We may also have sightings of Osprey & Turkey Vultures.

Find out more about the wildlife guests often experience on our expeditions: www.pacificyellowfin.com

📷 @kwexphoto

*Sierra Club BC

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It's Monday! We love seeing the Steller sea lions

It's Monday!

We love seeing the Steller sea lions. They generally have alot to "say". Guests often get to experience these special characters on our Desolation Sound expeditions. So much personality - they never fail to make us smile!

Check out the details on our Desolation Sound Expedition and Great Bear Rainforest Safari: www.pacificyellowfin.com

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#wildlifeexperience #adventureunscripted #desolationsound
#destinationbc
#wildernessadventures

Ahoy! Captain Colin is at the helm of the Pacific

Ahoy! Captain Colin is at the helm of the Pacific Yellowfin.

Our resident storyteller and charismatic Captain holds a deep affection for wooden vessels, the open ocean, and the unique experiences he has come to be privy to when immersing himself in a combination of the two.

An explorer at heart, with over five decades of sailing expertise, he’s available to impart seafaring wisdom, share insightful stories, and instigate a laugh or two from adults and children alike.

Learn more about us and our expeditions: www.pacificyellowfin.com

📷 @kaliwexler

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#pacificexpeditions
#luxuryyachtcharters
#historicvessel
#woodenvessel
#wildernessadventures
#wildlifeexperiences
#explorebc
#destinationbc
#familyvacations

Focusing on the week ahead... This gorgeous bear

Focusing on the week ahead...

This gorgeous bear was captured on film late last summer, on a beautiful sunny day, by @kwexphoto

Interactions with the amazing wildlife in our region is a special experience for all of our guests - and for us.

Wildlife viewing is just a part of the adventure. We’ll create a custom trip for you, based on your interests.

Explore our expeditions at www.pacificyellowfin.com

#bears #bearviewing #wildlifeadventures #wildlifeexperience #destinationbc #adventureunscripted #pacificexpeditions #pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinmagic #luxurycharters #historicvessel

West Coast postcard. How's that for an amazing ca

West Coast postcard.

How's that for an amazing capture courtesy of Captain Colin's own phone? Taken on a trip a few years back, we take a deep breath everytime we see it. Such a fantastic experience.

We look forward to sharing our Pacific Expeditions with guests again!

Explore www.pacificyellowfin.com

#whalewatching #whales #wildlifeexperience #wildlifeviewing #pacificnorthwest #beautifulbc #destinationbc #pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinmagic #luxurycharters #canadianvacations

A little beautiful drone footage to take us into t

A little beautiful drone footage to take us into the evening. How peaceful does this look?

We customize our charters to each group to create magical Pacific expeditions.

Explore the options: www.pacificyellowfin.com

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#pacificyellowfinexpeditions
#wildernessadventures
#wildlifeexperiences #luxuryyachtcharters
#historicvessel #explorebc

Orca time! Orcas & other magical wildlife are a

Orca time!

Orcas & other magical wildlife are a special part of our Desolation Sound Wilderness Expeditions.

We call it the Pacific Playground & if you keep your eyes peeled we may encounter local sea creatures like this beautiful Orca Whale & land mammals such as bears + so much more!

Explore: www.pacificyellowfin.com

📷 @kwexphoto

#orcas #whales #killerwhales #desolationsound #pacificplayground #wildernessexpeditions #pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinmagic
#familytrips #destinationbc

#fishingfriday Always exciting to spend time view

#fishingfriday

Always exciting to spend time viewing a gorgeous Kermode Bear aka Spirit Bear, like this beauty.

They are truly magical creatures.

For many years, the Spirit Bear was considered a legend of the Gitga’at and Kitasoo Native Peoples. Their legends told of a time when the glaciers finally receded, and it was Raven, the creator of the rainforest, who made everything green. Raven also decided to make one in ten black bears white, to remind him of the time when the world was white with snow and ice. Raven decided to set aside a special area of the world for these bears – now known as the Great Bear Rainforest. It was a remote paradise where the bears were to live in peace forever.*

*source: CBC The Nature of Things

#kermodebear #spiritbear #greatbearrainforest #wildlifeexperience #bears #bearfishing #pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinmagic
#bcwildlife
#wildernessexpeditions
#destinationbc
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#historicvessel

Sometimes when we go ashore we experience magical

Sometimes when we go ashore we experience magical scenes like this...

It's a great place to pause & put the busy world aside...just take in the sounds of the water & the woods

On all our expeditions we work to create a custom trip for you, based on your interests.

Find out more: www.pacificyellowfin.com

📷 @kwexphoto

#pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinmagic #wildernessexpeditions #customexpeditions #lushforests #waterfalls #bcwilderness #destinationbc
#luxuryyachtcharters #historicvessel

Starting January with a splash! Dreaming of sunny

Starting January with a splash!

Dreaming of sunny days on the water & beautiful wildlife experiences like this.

Find out more about our Desolation Sound Expedition, where - if you keep your eyes peeled - you may see local sea creatures and land mammals: bears, eagles, orca whales, humpback whales, Dall’s porpoises, Steller sea lions and Pacific white-sided dolphins.

Find out more on our site: www.pacificyellowfin.com

📷 @kaliwexler

#pacificyellowfincharters #pacificyellowfinmagic #pacificyellowfinexpeditions #wildlifeexperience #wildernessexpeditions #desolationsound #explorebc #destinationbc #luxuryyachtcharters #historicvessel

Cruising into 2021... Happy New Year from Captain

Cruising into 2021...

Happy New Year from Captain Colin & the crew of the Pacific Yellowfin.

Wishing you a wild & wonderful 2021 full of calm waters and unscripted adventures.

📷@kwexphoto

www.pacificyellowfin.com

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#wildlifeexperiences #luxuryyachtcharters
#historicvessel #explorebc

We wish Chef Ben was cooking us up a feast like th

We wish Chef Ben was cooking us up a feast like this today!

Waterside dining is so great. Especially on a beautiful day like this last summer

📷 @kwexphoto

#freshfood #freshseafood #oceanwiselife #pacificyellowfincharters #alfrescodining #eatlocal #explorebc #wildernessdexpedition

Happy Holidays from our crew to yours. Wishing yo

Happy Holidays from our crew to yours.

Wishing you a season of happiness, hope, connection & "calm waters".

📷 @kwexphoto

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#pacificyellowfinmagic
#canadianwildernessadventures #pacificyellowfinexpeditions
#historicvessel #calmwaterd

Good news! via @tavishcampbell #Repost @tavishcam

Good news!
via @tavishcampbell

#Repost @tavishcampbell

This will be the first time in my LIFE that I will watch juvenile Fraser River sockeye salmon swim through the Okisollo Channel without encountering a fish farm. I am still in shock from the recent DFO announcement regarding fish farms in the Discovery Islands and it feels like my heart is exploding open with hope for these precious fish. ❤️😭
HUGE gratitude to everyone who played a part in this, especially the Homalco, Klahoose, K’ómoks, Kwaikah, Tla’amin, We Wai Kai & Wei Wai Kum First Nations.
#fishlove

#salmon
#wildsalmon
#sockeyesalmon

A great catch in the Great Bear Rainforest! This

A great catch in the Great Bear Rainforest!

This bear definitely has his dinner sorted! So amazing to view this beautiful bear in its habitat.

Wildlife experiences are part of all our adventures and we love them.

Find out more on our site: www.pacificyellowfin.com

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#pacificyellowfinmagic
#greatbearrainforest
#bearviewing #bearcatchingfish #wildlifeadventures #luxuryyachtcharters #historicvessel
#destinationbc
#bcwildlife
#bears

The last of her kind. Built in 1943 as a U.S. mil

The last of her kind.

Built in 1943 as a U.S. military vessel, the Pacific Yellowfin traversed the globe, eluded detection, and stored her mysteries. After accommodating millionaires, mischief-makers and rapscallions, she makes an inspiring and wonderfully adventure-worthy vessel to enjoy your own expedition from. Today, she is owned by our charismatic storyteller, Captain Colin Griffinson

The Pacific Yellowfin’s large size, sturdy sea-kindly hull, and five watertight bulkheads make her incredibly stable.

Find out more: www.pacificyellowfin.com

#pacificyellowfincharters
#pacificyellowfinmagic
#historicvessel #safeandsturdy
#wildernessadventures
#explorebc
#desolationsound
#greatbearrainforest
#familyvacations
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Do they think we don't see them? Their camouflage

Do they think we don't see them?

Their camouflage is pretty good, and they blend well into their rocky surround, but it would be pretty difficult not to notice this gorgeous twosome that was lazing about and soaking up the sun at the end of summer 2019.

Wildlife viewings & experiences are all part of our awesome expeditions.
Learn more: www.pacificyellowfin.com

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#pacificyellowfinmagic
#bcwildlife
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#Repost @tavishcampbell *warning: disturbing ima

#Repost @tavishcampbell

*warning: disturbing images*
Did you know Fisheries and Oceans Canada just did a risk assessment on the impacts of Atlantic salmon fish farms in the Discovery Islands and they ignored the issue of sea lice?
One fish farm louse is enough to kill a baby wild salmon, and this is what the smolts looked like this year - does it look like a "minimal threat" to you?
Fisheries Minister Jordan will decide whether to renew the fish farm licences in the Discovery Islands by December 18 and you can inform her decision!
Please tell her what you think at the link in my bio!!!
🐟❤️
#getfishfarmsout #wildsalmon #fishlove #wildfirst #sealice #fishfarms #wildsalmon #discoveryislands #fisheriesandoceanscanada

Captain Colin looking relaxed in this photo by @kw

Captain Colin looking relaxed in this photo by @kwexphoto.

He's our resident storyteller and holds a deep affection for wooden vessels, the open ocean, and the unique experiences he has come to be privy to when immersing himself in a combination of the two.

An explorer at heart, with over five decades of sailing expertise, he’s available to impart seafaring wisdom, share insightful stories, and instigate a laugh or two from adults and children alike.

Like all of us he looks forward to taking guests out again on PYF expeditions.

Learn more about our crew: www.pacificyellowfin.com

#pacificyellowfincharters
#pacificyellowfinmagic
#captainmycaptain
#westcoastexpeditions
#desolationsound
#greatbearrainforest
#luxuryyachtcharters
#wildernessadventures
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