50 North Adventures — Your Private West Coast Adventure in Campbell River BC
Welcome to the wild edge of Vancouver Island — where every trip out on the water feels like stepping into a living nature documentary.
Your adventure, your pace, your priorities. Our private boat charters are built entirely around you. With a maximum of six guests, you get space, flexibility, and direct access to your captain to shape the experience in real time.
Campbell River Whale Watching Tours
Get face-to-face with humpback whales and Biggs orca on a private Campbell River whale watching tour. Small group, covered boat, no crowded decks — just you and the wildlife of the Salish Sea.
Campbell River Fishing Charters
The Salmon Capital of the World is calling. Our private Campbell River fishing charters put you in some of the most productive salmon fishing waters in British Columbia — Chinook, Coho, Pink, Sockeye, and Chum. All gear provided, all experience levels welcome.
Combined Whale Watching & Fishing — Only With 50 North
Can’t choose between whales and fishing? Our combined fishing and whale watching charter is the only tour in Campbell River that offers both on the same trip. The ultimate way to experience everything these waters have to offer.
Private Boat Charters
Build your own adventure. Our private boat charters give your group exclusive use of the boat and captain for a fully customized experience — whale watching, fishing, island touring, photography, or all of the above.
Things to Do in Campbell River
Exploring Campbell River by water is the best way to see what makes this place special. From the Discovery Islands to Desolation Sound, our day tours take you where only boats can go.
Ride in Comfort. Explore in Style.
Every tour runs aboard our beautifully maintained, covered Grady White 265 Express, offering comfort, safety, and the ability to move quickly to wherever the action is happening.
Out here, it’s not just a tour — it’s your day on the water.
Discover Coastal Waters and Marine Wildlife of Campbell River
Campbell River sits at the heart of Discovery Passage and the Salish Sea — the “Salmon Capital of the World” — where Humpback Whales and Transient Orca are frequent visitors, five species of wild salmon run strong, and bald eagles soar over stunning estuaries. It’s the gateway to the Discovery Islands and Desolation Sound, making it a true photographer’s paradise.
Explore and Play on Vancouver Island’s Wild West Coast
Specialising in small groups & families – 6 people maximum
50 North Adventures offers daily adventures and experiences on board our beautifully maintained and covered Grady White 265 Express.
- Maximum of 6 guests provides personal attention and plenty of room
- Covered boat with private toilet and washroom facilities
- Ability to roam around the waters and get to the action quickly
- Combined whale watching, fishing, and touring experiences available
- Family friendly and catered to the needs of children and parents
- Exclusive private charters available
- Over 25 years of experience in tourism and the marine environment around the world
- Transport Canada approved and fully insured
‘Explore the beautiful Discovery Islands & Desolation Sound’
Campbell River Fishing & Whale Watching News
5 Wild Animals You Might See on a Whale Watching Tour in Campbell River
When people book a whale watching tour in Campbell River, they usually come for one thing. Whales! But what surprises many visitors is how much more they see. These waters are part of a rich marine ecosystem. When you head out into the Salish Sea, you are entering one...
Types of Salmon in BC
British Columbia is home to five species of wild Pacific salmon. Every year, millions of salmon return from the open ocean to the rivers and streams where they were born, completing one of nature's most extraordinary life cycles. If you are planning a fishing trip to...
The Ultimate Guide to Whale Watching in Campbell River
Campbell River is known around the world for salmon fishing. But what many visitors quickly discover is this: The whale watching here is just as unforgettable. These waters are part of the rich Salish Sea ecosystem — one of the most active marine wildlife corridors on...
When Is the Best Time for Fishing in Campbell River?
If you are planning a fishing trip to Vancouver Island, one question always comes up: When is the best time for fishing in Campbell River? The good news is simple. 50 North Adventures runs its fishing charters from April 1st to October 1st, and there is consistent...
Fishing and Whale Watching in One Trip: The Ultimate Campbell River Experience
Most tours make you choose. Do you want to fish in Campbell River?Or do you want to watch whales? At 50 North Adventures, you can experience both whale watching and fishing on the same trip — something no other company in the area offers. And when you understand how...
Why Campbell River Is Called the Salmon Capital of the World
There are fishing towns. And then there is Campbell River. For decades, this stretch of water on Vancouver Island has earned a title few places can claim — the Salmon Capital of the World. That name was not created by marketers. It was earned through massive salmon...