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Orca Whale and Grizzly Bear Tour


Orca (Killer Whale) Watching Testimonials

 

Some of our prominent guests who recently came on Orca (Killer Whale) watching tours with us:
  • Janice Mucalov, travel writer for the National Geographic Travel Guide
  • The X-Files
  • Stanford University
  • Miriam Luke, Olympic Rowing Silver Medallist, Sydney 2000
  • Frank Sonnenberg, Journalist, Author of "Orcas of Canada's West Coast"
  • Sonora Resort, Konferenz Resort of President Clinton and Boris Jelzin
  • The Lonely Planet
  • Ian Indridson, Public Relations, Government of British Columbia
  • Kevin Quirk, MA, Editor and Book Author
  • David Luke, British Rowing National Team
  • Klaus Peters, German TV Talk master
  • Carol Mc Kinley, Journalist, Reporter, Fox TV
  • Raymond and Yeen-Shi Chen, Technical directors and digital artists, Rhythm & Hues Studios, Los Angeles. (Special effects for "Dr. Doolitle, Babe") Academy Award for "Babe"

Thanks Coastal Spirits!
You provided a wonderful tour. I'm sure your other Expeditions are just as fascinating. Thank you so very much again.
Janice Mucalov, travel writer for the National Geographic Travel Guide


Your Orca trip made me forget the "real world". Being woken up in the morning by the blow of Orcas is a wonderful experience. After years of whale watching and writing about the whales , this was the best trip I ever had. Thank you!
"The Orcas of Canada's West Coast" Frank Sonnenberg, Journalist, Writer, Book Author of:


We really enjoyed our Orca Camp. Darren especially was very patient with our incompetent kayaking at the start, and he made sure that we enjoyed the trip. Great people, great food, and wonderful whales. My daughter Maddy just loved it and none of us wanted to leave. I've been telling all my friends. It's the best holiday I've had in years.
Sue Bowler (and Maddy Butler


I wanted to thank you again for the great time that you had shown my brother and I. I thought, that the whole experience to be extremly rewarding, and I'm quite pleased, that I took the time to absorb the product you offer.
Mike Flint, General Manager, Sonora Resort, Sonora Island, B.C., Canada


Bernard,
Gib Adams here; my girlfriend (Kristie Miles) and I recently took a tour with Steve and Brodie. I just wanted to take a minute to tell you how much we enjoyed the trip. In particular, both Brodie and Steve were fantastic.

I've done a number of these guided "adventure" vacations, and have really come to appreciate the importance of quality guide teams. These two are outstanding. Several qualities stand out. First, very well organized, and flexible.

The team know their business very very well: I think everyone got enough of what they came for, while I don't think any one individual was overly taxed. For instance, on a short paddle day, those of us that were interested in more "work" headed out with Brodie for an evening paddle, while the tired ones hung out at camp.

Second, sociable, intelligent and knowledgeable. Brodie's local knowledge (and patience in cheerfully answering the multitude of repetitive questions) was a great asset on the trip. Both Steve and Brodie were engaging, genuine, and humerous - not always true for guides, unfortunately!

Third, the meal plan was excellent - we were very impressed by the variation in the menu, and the quality of the ingredients - testement to Brodie's planning abilities. Both Brodie and Steve were excellent cooks, and always delivered timely and tasty stuff for the crew. We felt that the value of these skills cannot be underestimated. In short, a great trip, thanks to both guides.
Regards Gib


Our expedition was a truly magical experience. We especially enjoyed watching the Orcas, black bears and the bald eagles, while the animals watched us. The huge purple starfish were incredible. We felt very well taken care of throughout our stay.
Kevin Quirk, M.A., Editor, Author, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA




Thank you again for the holiday of a lifetime. Can't wait to do it again. Best wishes for the rest of the season. Hope you again see a lot of whales and dolphins. Auf wiedersehen.
Dave and Lee Hopkins



I want to say thank you for having provided me with a fantastic wilderness experience. I enjoyed myself greatly. With Brodie's excellent leadership and help I was educated, entertained, awed by beauty, relaxed and well fed. This trip was four stars in my book. I will spread the word to the Californians to sign up with Coastal Spirits for an excellent adventure. Thanks again.
Sincerely
Julianne Maier




Many thanks again for making the stay a memorable one. It's not too often, that one gets this service when on holidays.
Lawrence Lim, presently Hamburg, Germany




Hi, thanks again to you and Brodie,
I thoroughly enjoyed my coastal adventure from start to finish. Your expertise in planning and excecuting a fantastic trip were evident in every detail.
Marybrooke Middlethon, Maryland, USA



Dear Coastal Spirits,
Thanks for all the memories. Would like to visit again for a longer adventure.
Peter Pisami, Snohomish, Washington, USA




Dear Coastal Spirits,
Our family went on your trip in July with Darren. We had a wonderful time. I'm enclosing a few pictures we took, that you may want to include in your photo book. Thanks again for a great time.
Leslie Langridge, Victoria, B.C, Canada




Dear Folks,
We have just returned home today after a wonderful 2 weeks in BC. Your trip was the highlight of our vacation. Thanks for the hospitality, good food and a great leadership. We will plan to stay longer next trip.
Sincerely,
Cindy Janechild, Alan Donaldson and Drew
Free Union, Virginia, USA




Viele Gruesse aus Kaiserslautern sendet euch Horst Bauer. Wir haben unsere Kanada Wohnmobil Tour mit sehr vielen Erlebnissen abgeschlossen, besonders bei Euch hatten wir tolle Tage, besonders Brigitte war total happy nach der Tour. Vielen Dank fuer alles.
Horst Bauer
Sport Reisen, Kaiserslautern, Germany




Our experience with you was wonderful. You truly live in a beautiful place. The expeditions was great - a fantastic way to see close-up what the BC coast has to offer. We are anxiously awaiting the return of the bald eagles here in Kansas, and will fantasize that they are the same eagles we saw in British Columbia.
We have been encouraging everyone we know to consider a trip to your part of the world. We too, intend to return. Please keep us on your e-mail list. Thanks again for the wonderful time.
Daryl and Leslie Rutschmann
Topeka, Kansas, USA



An eurer Tour hat uns besonders gefallen, dass wir ein so vielfältiges und gut organisiertes Programm (Tiere/Natur/Sport/Kultur) erlebt haben. Es gab keine Minute in der Langeweile aufkam und es war trotzdem nie stressig. Zudem hat uns besonders die persönliche und individuelle Betreuung gefallen. Wir haben einen erholsamen, aufregenden Urlaub in einer wundervollen, gruenen menschenleeren Umgebung verbracht."
Gruss, Celia and Torben Kosboth
Duisburg, Germany




An exciting trip, super food and incredible vistas. You guys must be really happy to live here.
Dr. Gerhard van Donnen
Amsterdam, Holland




On Thursday afternoon, three Orcas were right beside our boat. I've never been so close to a killer whale before in my life. These guys are huge!!!
Steve Carr
Sydney, Australia




What a great guide! Brodie definitely knows what he is doing and he looks like he really loves his job. Great leader and fantastic chef. Congratulations. Never been to B.C before, it is such a beautiful place...
Jim and Mary Turner
presently in Leon, Mexico




When I talked to you on the phone, you said, "fantastic scenery, crystal clear waters and lots of wildlife." But you know, people say a lot on the phone. When we got there, well, this water is really clear and the scenery is absolutely impressive. Every day, something different. I personally like the combination of boat and kayak. Hope to stay a little longer next time.
Peter and Christine Paul
Hannover, Germany