Student Groups
Paddling Programs and Discounted Group Rates for Students!
Here at Deep Cove Kayak, we have been delivering quality group tours and lessons in Say Nuth Khaw Yum (Indian Arm Park) for over 40 years. The calm waters of Deep Cove provide a comfortable, safe environment for first-time paddlers and experienced adventurers alike.
We are a Social Purpose company, and our purpose is to INSPIRE DEEPER CONNECTIONS TO THE OUTDOORS AND ONE ANOTHER. All of our paddling programs focus on building relationships within your group as you paddle and explore together all while learning about and respecting the environment that you are paddling in.
Paddling Lessons
Sharing an educational and exciting experience with classmates and friends will relationships and trust all while learning a life-long skill!
You will start with a safety talk and introduction to your chosen paddling discipline (SUP or kayak), and then your instructors will take you out onto the water.
When you are on the water your instructors will take your group through the basics of paddling and maneuvering your craft. All of these skills will be taught in a safe environment with plenty of activities and games to consolidate your team’s learning. Your group will become pro in no time!
Lessons can be in either kayaks or on paddleboards, and tailored to your group’s goals and ability level!
Lesson Pricing
| 2 Hour Lesson | 3 Hour Lesson | |
| Regular Group Rate | $70 + tax | $80 + tax |
| Student Group Rate | $50 + tax | $60 + tax |
Guided Tours
Our most popular group activity! Perfect for first-time paddlers and experts alike!
Your group will be greeted by your guides and given a safety briefing and paddling talk before heading to your kayaks or SUPs.
Your group will paddle together and explore the southern islands of Say Nuth Khaw Yum (Indian Arm Park). Your guides will show the group sights of historical and geographical importance and will tell you some fascinating stories from the area!
When the tour is completed, the guides will safely land everyone at the beach and will give your group a chance to reflect on your experiences from the tour.
Guided Tour Pricing (April & October, Mon – Fri)
| APRIL & OCTOBER (mon-fri) | 2 Hour | 3 Hour | 4 Hour | 5 Hour |
| Double & Single Kayak (REGULAR RATE) | $55 | $65 | $75 | $85 |
| Double & Single Kayak (STUDENT RATE) | $44 | $52 | $60 | $68 |
| SUP (REGULAR RATE) | $50 | $60 | – | – |
| SUP (STUDENT RATE) | $40 | $48 | – | – |
Guided Tour Pricing (May to September, Mon – Fri)
| MAY TO SEPTEMBER (mon-fri) | 2 Hour | 3 Hour | 4 Hour | 5 Hour |
| Double & Single Kayak & SUP (REGULAR RATE) | $66 | $77 | $88 | $99 |
| Double & Single Kayak & SUP (STUDENT RATE) | $52 | $61 | $70 | $79 |
Dragon Boat Tours
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 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 and exciting challenges and games.
Dragon Boat Tour Pricing
1.5 Hour Tour (REGULAR RATE) – $44 + tax per person
1.5 Hour Tour (STUDENT RATE) – $35 + tax per person
Starlight Tour
Your group will be greeted by your guides and given a safety briefing and paddling talk before heading to their kayaks. Each kayak will be equipped with a light which will assist with group management and visibility.
Your group will kayak together under the stars with your guides stopping to provide expert commentary on the colourful history of the Indian Arm. Your guides will also provide details about the geography of the area, and information about our local wildlife. If you’re lucky, you might get to experience the magic of the bio-luminescence that can appear.
Starlight Tour Pricing
2.5 Hour Starlight Tour (REGULAR RATE) – $89 + tax per person
2.5 Hour Starlight Tour (STUDENT RATE) – $71 + tax per person
*Prices based on a minimum group size of 11 people
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 xÊ·məθkwÉ™yÌ“É™m (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and SÉ™lÌ“ÃlwÉ™taÊ”/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.