Living History

Choo-Kwa Ventures offers guided cultural canoe excursions on the scenic Somass River and beautiful Sprout Lake in Port Alberni, the Gateway to the world-renowned Pacific Rim. Choose a cruise or a paddling adventure and learn local legends, traditions, and the many ways handcrafted canoes have played a vital role in the lives of the Hupacasath, the area’s First People.

Our trained and knowledgeable guides are students of the culture and language of the Hupacasath and will share the history of the land through songs and storytelling, paddling leisurely against a breathtaking West Coast backdrop. In addition to its striking natural beauty, the area abounds with indigenous wildlife, so look for black bears on the riverbanks, eagles overhead, and sea otters and salmon runs alongside the canoe. Be part of our Living History and visit us at Choo-Kwa Ventures for an unforgettable and exhilarating experience.

Choo Kwa Ventures

4550 Victoria Quay
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 6G2

tel: 250-724-4006
toll free: 1-866-294-8687
email: alisha.sester@hupacasath.ca

Guided Cultural Canoe Tours
First Nations Gift Shop

Presented by the Hupacasath First Nation