Where Are We Going?

Barkley Sound is a spectacular location, which boasts some of the world’s best cold water diving. The rich diversity of marine life makes this a favourite location for photographers and marine researchers. Located south of Ucluelet and north of Bamfield Research station on Vancouver Island’s west coast, Barkley Sound hosts an abundance of fish, invertebrates, marine mammals and kelp forests. Encounter giant pacific octopus, wolf eels, ratfish, sixgill sharks, and nudibranchs unique to the area. Above the water, sightings of humpbacks and grey whales, as well as sea lions, bears and bald eagles are common. On this trip, we have the privilege of joining Rendezvous Dive Adventures, a dive lodge and tour operation whose established history of incredible dive experiences speaks for itself. Enjoy home cooked meals, kayaks, a hot tub, camera room and other amenities while being surrounded by the lush, undisturbed nature of Rainy Bay.

Join us for a 4 day trip to Barkley Sound and experience the world’s best cold water diving!

What is Included:

Transportation to and from the dive shop in Vancouver

All food for each day except Friday. For dinner on Friday, access to the BBQ outside is available for anyone looking to cook their own food.

All meals can accommodate a wide range of dietary restrictions

Tanks and weights for all dives are included for the weekend.

Nitrox can be included for many or all dives at an extra price

All ferry fees and fuel charges are included. Divers who wish to meet on the island (driving themselves to Port Alberni) will receive a refund for the passenger ferry fees, usually around $40.

Who is This Trip for?:

Anyone wishing to experience world class cold water diving

Anyone who wants to experience the incredible biodiversity of the Salish Sea

Photographers interested in capturing macro life or wide angle action

Scubadivers should have advanced certification, and a minimum of 20 cold water dives, with one being in the last 6 months

Freedivers should hold beginner to intermediate level certification (or equivalent).

Non-divers are also welcome on this trip for a discounted rate

Spearfishing is not permitted on this dive trip

Itinerary :

Friday:

7:00am - Meet at shop, pack the van, and drive to Horseshoe Bay

9:40am - Ferry departure from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay, Nanaimo

11:45am - Arrive in Nanaimo, and drive to meet our boat captain in Port Alberni

1:00pm - Arrive at Port Alberni to meet Rendevous Divers and grab lunch/dinner. (Dinner is not included on Friday night)

4:00pm - Arrive at the dive lodge in Rainy Bay

Divers will be able to do 1 evening dive off the dock on Friday night to double check weights, gear, and see some of the local wildlife!

Saturday and Sunday:

Enjoy 2-3 boat dives, kayaking, hot tub, all meals included

Monday:

Two early dives, before heading back to the lodge to pack up

12:00pm - Boat ride back to Port Alberni

5:45pm - Ferry departs Duke Point to Tsawwassen

8:30pm - We are getting back to the shop

Full Payment is required 2 months prior to the dive trip

See our cancellation policy HERE

Commitment to Safety and Enjoyment

At Diving Sports we believe in making sure all our divers (Scuba and Freedivers) receive the best possible experience while maintaining a high standard for safety, both for the divers, the guide, and the environment we are visiting. Our dive guides have many years of experience diving locally in cold water. All Dive guides are trained in first aid and oxygen delivery. First Aid kits and DAN Oxygen Kits are present on all trips and courses. Dive sites or dive plans may be changed due to weather conditions or experience level of the group, as well as anyone not adhering to proper dive practices will politely be asked to adapt to better interact with the underwater environment.