We're offering you a new hiking trip in Western Canada this summer: a tried-and-tested circuit, but with a new flavor Chèvres. 12 days of hiking and camping, between sea and mountains on Canada's West Coast. Guided by Raphaëlle Gagné, no stranger to Chèvres! *French-speaking group
Beginning in the charming city of Victoria, our journey will allow us to discover the immense richness of Vancouver Island's coastal ecosystem, as well as to take in the sights on unique and typical trails. In the Squamish and Whistler regions, we'll treat ourselves to a feast of alpine hiking in the heart of the West's most beautiful mountains. An authentic and unforgettable adventure.
An all-inclusive adventure, with beautiful hikes in less crowded areas of British Columbia.
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ACCOMMODATION - Comfort level 3/5
The first night in Victoria is in a 3-star hotel.
The other nights are spent camping, in a large 3-person tent where there are 2 of you.
Group space under canvas, sanitary block with showers.
Group tasks at camp.
MEALS
Varied and cooked by your guide, with your help. This trip cannot accommodate a vegan diet.
INCLUSIONS
EXCLUSIONS
Please note that the Adventurous and Daring member discount cannot be applied to travel events.
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WHO THIS TRIP IS FOR
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrival in Victoria
Day 2 - East Sooke Trail (11 or 22 km, 350 or 700 m, 4 to 7 hrs)
Day 3 - Juan de Fuca trail - between China beach and Sombrio beach (13 or 21 km, 750-850 m, 5 to 8h)
Day 4 - Juan de Fuca trail - between Sombrio beach and Botanical beach (15 km, 350 m, 3 to 4 hrs)
Day 5 - Stratchona Provincial Park - Crest Mountain Trail (11 km, 1240 m, 5 to 6 hrs)
Day 6 - Flower ridge trail (17.5 km, 1050 m, 7h)
Day 7 - Visit Cathedral Grove (1 to 2 hours) and transfer to Squamish
Day 8 - Stawamus Chief Hike - First summit: 1.5 km trail with 540 m elevation gain (most popular, 2-4 hours round trip) / Second summit: 1.7 km trail with 590 m elevation gain (best view). / Third summit: 1.8 km trail with 630 m ascent (quietest).
Day 9 - Sea-to-Sky Gondola, hike Al's Habrich Ridge (7 km, 443 m, 2.5 to 3.5 hrs) and transfer to Whistler
Day 10 - Panorama Ridge - Garibaldi Provincial Park (9.8 km, 960 m, 5-7h)
Day 11 - Peak to peak gondola and High Note trail (10.7 km, 658 m, 3.5 to 5h)
Day 12 - Transfer to Vancouver - End of adventure!
Level of effort - 3/5 - Sustained
Very good physical condition.