Maple Leaf Adventures Mail: PO Box 8845, Stn Central, Victoria, B.C., V8W 3Z1, Courier: #209-1110 Government Street, Victoria, B.C. V8W 1Y2, Canada

Phone +1.250.386.7245 Toll free 1.888.599.5323 www.MapleLeafAdventures.com Ranked one of the “Top 5 Guided Trips” in Canada by Explore Magazine How to Get There and Back – Final Inside Passage: April 25 - May 2, 2018 Aboard MV Swell

Port of Departure Sidney, BC, Van Isle Marina, Sidney BC Address: 2320 Harbour Road. Phone: 1-250-656-1138

Boarding Time 2:00 pm While you are making your way to the ship your crew is busily preparing Swell for your voyage. Our turnaround activities between trips are precisely timed and as it is important to us that the ship is in top shape for your arrival, please plan to only arrive at the ship at the designated boarding time. If you arrive early, we welcome you to enjoy the town of Sidney, its picturesque boardwalk and main street. Van Isle Marina is a 5-min taxi from the main street.

Where to Meet

Maple Leaf crew will meet all guests at the entrance to Van Isle Marina at the white anchor and will assist you with your bags.

Port of Return Port McNeill, BC, Municipal Wharf (airport is , BC)

Disembarking Time 10:30 am

First and Last Meal First Meal Aboard: “Welcome Aboard” afternoon snack Last Meal Aboard: The “Famous” Maple Leaf Brunch on the last day of the trip

How to Get to the Ship Van Isle Marina is located on the Saanich Peninsula on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. It takes approximately 45 minutes to drive on the Pat Bay

Highway (Highway 17), from downtown Victoria to Van Isle Marina. It is approximately a 10 minute drive from BC Ferries’ Swartz Bay terminal or a 5-10 minute cab ride from Victoria International Airport, or a 5 minute drive from the Washington State ferry. By Air The Victoria International airport is serviced by the following airlines: Air Canada 1-888-247-2262 www.aircanada.com 1-800-663-2872 www.pacific-coastal.com Horizon/Alaska Air 1-800-547-9308 www.alaskaair.com WestJet Airlines 1-888-937-8538 www.westjet.com You will take a short taxi ride from the Victoria Airport to the Van Isle Marina, just 10 minutes away. Taxi Yellow Cab: 250-381-2222 or 1-800-808 -6881

By Car Driving: Exit Pat Bay Highway (HWY 17) at McDonald Park Road heading east, turn right on Resthaven Dr, turn left on Harbour Rd, the marina is near the end of the road at 2320 Harbour Rd.

Parking: There is a parking lot in the Marina that is free to our guests upon asking the marina for a parking pass. Let them know you are traveling with us and they will provide you with one for the duration of your trip.

Ferries B.C. Ferry Corporation 1-888-BCFERRY www.bcferries.bc.ca An extensive passenger and vehicle ferry system exists, linking mainland B.C. with Vancouver Island. Ferries leave Tsawwassen for Swartz Bay (10 minutes from Sidney) every two hours beginning at 7 am with an approximate 1½ hour crossing. Please confirm sailing times closer to your departure (available online). Washington State Ferries

Address: 2499 Ocean Ave Sidney, BC Toll Free: 1-888-808 7977 http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries A passenger and vehicle ferry links Anacortes, WA and Sidney, BC. During April there is one sailing departing Anacortes at 8 am arriving in Sidney at approximately 11 am, weather permitting (please confirm sailing times closer to your departure date – available online). These are international crossings that require pre-boarding time to clear customs.

How to Return Home By Air: Fly Port Hardy to Vancouver with Pacific Coastal Airlines. Your ship’s Captain can arrange a taxi for you to take from Port McNeill, where the trip ends, to the Port Hardy Airport. This is a 35 minute drive. The taxi fare will be approximately $50 cash and can be split amongst other passengers. Please have cash on hand prior to arriving in Port Hardy as there is no ATM at the airport. Pacific Coastal Airlines 1-800-663-2872 www.pacificcoastal.com Note: Pacific Coastal flies to the (peaceful!) South Terminal at Vancouver International Airport. There is a regular shuttle from the south terminal to the main terminal. Pacific Coastal suggests allowing 60 minutes from door to door, plus check in time, to meet boarding and check in times for connecting flights. By Car: If you would like to drive home from Port McNeill, you are able to rent a car at the Port Hardy Airport. Please contact National or Budget for more details. Where to Stay In Sidney: Maple Leaf Adventures guests have enjoyed staying at: (before or after your trip) Sidney Waterfront Inn and Suites, 9775 First Street, in Sidney www.sidneywaterfrontinn.com 1-888-656-1131 or 250-656-1131 The Brentwood Bay Spa & Resort 849 Verdier Ave, in Brentwood near Sidney www.brentwoodbayresort.com , Tel. 1-888-544-2079 or 250-544-2079 The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa 9805 Seaport Place, in Sidney www.sidneypier.com , Tel. 1-866-659-9445 In Port McNeil area: The Artists Point Bed and Breakfast, Port McNeill 1-250-956-2449 www.theartistspoint.com Kwalilas Hotel, Port Hardy 1-855-949-8525 www.kwalilashotel.ca

If You Are Delayed Delays and If for any reason you are delayed on the day that you are to meet the ship, please call us so that we can try to assist you in getting to the ship on time. Call us at: Emergency Contact: Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.: 1-888-599-5323 or 250-386-7245 Other times: 250-360-7855 Ship Captain, or Maple Leaf’s Operations Manager at 250-413-7011 or president Kevin Smith 250-881-3671. If you miss the ship’s departure time and are able to make phone contact with the Captain, we will make every effort to assist you in finding alternative arrangements to reach the ship. Please note the ship cannot wait for passengers and small

commercial vessels or float planes are usually relatively expensive options. These costs, should they be incurred, will be the sole responsibility of the passenger. Contact for Your Family in Emergency If there is a severe emergency at home while you are travelling, your family can use the contact info above to provide a message to you.

Travel Agent and Medical/Trip If you would like assistance making your travel arrangements, we are happy to refer Insurance you to a travel agent who has worked with Maple Leaf guests before. We highly recommend trip cancellation insurance, which protects you in case you need to cancel your booking. Please also ensure your medical insurance covers possible emergency evacuation from a remote location. The travel agent can help you.

Gulf Islands National Park Reserve As part of your adventure, we will be travelling through and exploring the Gulf Information Islands National Park Reserve. You may be interested in learning more about this area. Please visit http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/bc/gulf/index.aspx

Happy packing, and bon voyage! See you dockside.