School, Youth & Community Group Bookings
Paddle, Explore, Learn
For over 40 years, Deep Cove Kayak has been creating memorable paddling experiences for groups in Say Nuth Khaw Yum (Indian Arm Park).
Calm waters and beautiful coastal scenery make Deep Cove a great place for young and first-time paddlers to build confidence, learn new skills, and have fun. Best suited for students in Grades 3–4 through Grade 12.
Our School, Youth & Community Group Bookings are a great option for:
- End-of-year field trips
- Geography classes
- PE classes
- Outdoor ed classes
- Youth Clubs
- Community Groups
- Summer Camp Activities
- International Student Groups
- Home-stay groups
- Homeschoolers field trips
Guided Kayak and SUP Tours – Our most popular option!
Group Size: 9 – 50 people | Program Length: 2 – 5 hours | Starting at $32 + tax per person
Bring learning beyond the classroom with a fun, educational guided Kayak or SUP tour.
Students are welcomed by enthusiastic, certified guides and begin with a safety briefing and paddling instruction before heading out to explore the southern islands of Say Nuth Khaw Yum by kayak or stand-up paddleboard. Along the way, guides share engaging stories, fascinating facts, and hands-on learning about the local environment, history, and geography, with opportunities for fun, confidence-building on-water challenges that encourage teamwork and participation.
The experience wraps up back on the beach with a safe landing and a short, guided reflection on key highlights and discoveries. Programs run 2–5 hours, with 4–5 hour tours allowing time to stop on a beach or island for a lunch or snack break.
Dragon Boat Tours – Communication, Coordination, Connection!
Group Size: 14 – 22 people | Program Length: 1.5 hours | Starting at $20 + tax per person
We have 1 dragon boat that can hold between 14-22 participants. The tours are 1.5 hours long and include an on-land safety briefing and a how-to-paddle talk from your 2 dragon boat guides. When you are on the water, you will have our 2 guides with you, 1 at the back steering and 1 at the front helping you all to paddle in time and lead you in some exciting challenges and games.
Paddling Lessons – Learn Together on the water!
Group Size: 9 – 30 people | Program Length: 2-8 hours | Starting at $50 + tax per person
Learning new paddling skills alongside classmates is a fun, hands-on way to build confidence, coordination, and teamwork while enjoying the beautiful setting of Say Nuth Khaw Yum (Indian Arm Park).
Students are welcomed by upbeat, certified instructors and begin with a safety briefing and an introduction to their chosen discipline, kayak or stand-up paddleboard, before getting on the water. From the first paddle stroke to smooth turning and control, instructors break skills down step by step using interactive drills, challenges, and games that keep everyone engaged and progressing.
The session wraps up back on the beach with a safe landing and a short reflection on new skills learned, personal wins, and time spent on the water.
Paddle Canada Basic Skills – Nationally Recognized Certification
Group Size: 9 – 30 people | Program Length: 8-9 hours | Starting at $150 + tax per person
This course is the entry point to the Paddle Canada progression system and introduces students to essential kayaking skills that support safe, confident paddling for life.
Each student paddles their own single kayak and learns from Paddle Canada-certified instructors. Instruction covers kayak setup, fundamental paddling strokes, and techniques for moving and controlling the kayak in different directions. Students also practice safe capsize and exit procedures, as well as assisted re-entry, all within a supportive and well-supervised environment.
Lessons can be delivered in three 3-hour sessions or two 4-hour sessions, depending on your group’s schedule.
Overnight Expeditions – Leadership, Teamwork, and Outdoor Skills
Group Size: 9 – 40 people | Program Length: 2-5 days | Starting at $330 + tax per person
The calm, sheltered waters of Say Nuth Khaw Yum (Indian Arm Park) make for a great first-time overnight kayak expedition.
Paddle 16 km around islands, past waterfalls, and historic power stations until you reach your final destination, the iconic Granite Falls! The campsite is remote enough to completely disconnect from the day-to-day hustle and bustle, but still, only a 40-minute motorboat ride away from Deep Cove, making it a great spot for beginner campers.
Don’t see the specific program you are looking for?
We can fully customize an activity to suit your groups’ individual needs.
Email our group bookings office at groupbookings@deepcovekayak.com or call us at 604.929.2268 ext 3
We acknowledge, with deep gratitude, that all of our group paddling programs take place on the unceded territory and traditional waters of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
