Coast Mountain Expeditions

Coast Mountain Expeditions Coast Mountain Expeditions offers multi-day guided kayak tours in the Discovery Islands.

35 years ago, Ralph and Lannie Keller founded Coast Mountain Expeditions to support an off-grid island homestead lifestyle. We hand built Canada’s first kayak lodge and became one of BC’s original kayak tour companies. The wisdom of experience, and help from (son) Albert and other talented folk have perfected our offerings – now including superb multi-day kayak adventures, lodge-based and daytrip

kayaking, and kayak instruction for beginner to advanced paddlers. Discovery Islands Lodge is our end-of-the-road kayakers’ B&B on Quadra Island. We welcome you to a kayakers’ paradise of sheltered ocean, towering mountain vistas, rainforest shores, marine parks and abundant wildlife… along with down-home friendliness and wholesome meals from garden and ocean.

There is no kayak trip that cannot be made better with the addition of a waterfall, and Toba Inlet has several. This is ...
03/20/2026

There is no kayak trip that cannot be made better with the addition of a waterfall, and Toba Inlet has several. This is one of the small ones. 'Nuff said.

We appreciate this amazing crew of women every day, but they get an extra shout out on International Women's Day. In add...
03/09/2026

We appreciate this amazing crew of women every day, but they get an extra shout out on International Women's Day. In addition to being talented, knowledgeable, and hardworking, they are also a ton of fun to be around! We feel so lucky to have them on our team.

We’ve had some dates come available for full-lodge spring bookings at Discovery Islands Lodge! We offer these facility-o...
03/04/2026

We’ve had some dates come available for full-lodge spring bookings at Discovery Islands Lodge! We offer these facility-only full-lodge rentals in our shoulder season. May is always the first to fill, so this is a great opportunity to plan a trip. The lodge is popular for courses, family reunions, and retreats, and can accommodate up to 20 people.

Email: [email protected]

Want to be part of a fun team living, working, and playing in the Discovery Islands? We have two job openings: Level 2 G...
01/22/2026

Want to be part of a fun team living, working, and playing in the Discovery Islands? We have two job openings: Level 2 Guide, and AOG Guide. Apply through the website.

We don’t pay a lot of attention to the changing of the calendar year; we find the natural seasonal cycles that Earth off...
01/03/2026

We don’t pay a lot of attention to the changing of the calendar year; we find the natural seasonal cycles that Earth offers up much more meaningful.

That being said, we’re always happy for a chance to reflect and look forward. 2026 will be our 38th year running wilderness tours in the Discovery Islands and Mainland Inlets, and each year deepens our respect for, and wonder of the incredible ecosystems that sustain us. We love to share it, and hope that everyone leaves our trips with a little more knowledge and awareness of the importance of protecting these special places.

A new year also brings a new group of paddlers, and we’re excited to meet all of you! We’ve met some of our closest friends on kayaking trips, and we’re grateful to be able to connect personally with almost everyone who joins one of our trips. Here’s to new friends!

A new season also means the return of guides and staff, and the welcoming of new faces. We are so appreciative of the dedication of our team to building skills, acquiring and sharing knowledge, and generally being really, really fun to spend time with. I’m sure that every kayak company thinks they have the best team, but ours is extra special.

Wherever life takes you this year, we hope it’s full of time in nature with friends!

Toba Inlet raises the spectacular bar. Want to explore it with us? We still have space on our July 1-8 Toba Waterfalls E...
05/25/2025

Toba Inlet raises the spectacular bar. Want to explore it with us? We still have space on our July 1-8 Toba Waterfalls Expedition, and a few spots are even discounted! See the website for more info.

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Imagine waking up to this! Photo taken on our Toba Waterfalls Expedition.
05/05/2025

Imagine waking up to this!

Photo taken on our Toba Waterfalls Expedition.

Just another gorgeous evening of paddling from Coast Mountain Lodge.
04/15/2025

Just another gorgeous evening of paddling from Coast Mountain Lodge.

This never happens! We’ve had two prime May full lodge booking slots open up (including a weekend!). This is your chance...
04/05/2025

This never happens! We’ve had two prime May full lodge booking slots open up (including a weekend!). This is your chance to plan an epic getaway with your friends or family. The lodge is comfortable for groups of 4-18, and rates start at just $675/night…for the whole facility! These won’t last long, so plan your trip today.

Bute Inlet is one of our very favourite places to paddle. A stunning vista around every corner and some of the best beac...
11/26/2024

Bute Inlet is one of our very favourite places to paddle. A stunning vista around every corner and some of the best beaches in the region.

The wait is over! We’re taking bookings for our 2025 kayaking season. Hope to see you on the water!
10/26/2024

The wait is over! We’re taking bookings for our 2025 kayaking season. Hope to see you on the water!

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Box 25
Read Island, BC
V0P1W0

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

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