World renowned for its majestic beauty, Desolation Sound is the preferred destination of yachtsman and boaters along the Pacific Northwest. Aboard Taconite you will cruise fiords boasting 7,000 ft.
peaks, cascading waterfalls, and pristine lakes. Desolation Sound provides countless sheltered anchorages scattered throughout its spectacular cruising grounds. Virtually untouched by development the area is pure wilderness. From the comfort of Taconites decks you will experience wildlife unique to this magnificent waterway. 
Sea lions, seals can be observed sunning or diving from the rocks, dolphins are often sighted and Orcas (killer whales) all become part of your luxurious Taconite vacation experience. In the early part of the year the great grey whales can be seen in the Strait as they migrate south for the winter. A quick trip to shore on a Taconite tender and you can be hiking, beachcombing or just watching the resident wildlife like deer and mountain goats in their natural environment. Swim in fresh water mountain lakes while eagles soar above. Warm summer temperatures and the meeting of the tides jointly cause the Desolation Sound region to enjoy the mildest climate, richest sea life and warmest water on the British Columbia coast. Oysters grow in abundance in these warm water areas. Water temperatures in the Sound often exceed 75ºF (22ºC) from June through September which make it ideal for swimming or scuba diving right from the deck of Taconite. Cruising Desolation Sound aboard the luxurious Taconite make your dream vacation become a reality.
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