M.V. AURORA EXPLORER 2010 SAILING SCHEDULE
(Revised June 4, 2009)
Departures each Tuesday, 3 day / 3night or 5 day / 5 night sailings as indicated below
| Trip # | Departure / Return Date | * Cruise Routing | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPRING EARLY BIRD SEASON | |||
| 1 | Mar 30 to Apr 2 | Mystery | 3 Days / 3 Nights |
| 2 | Apr 6 to Apr 11 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| SPRING SHOULDER SEASON | |||
| 3 | Apr 13 to Apr 18 | Discovery Islands *Bute, Toba, Loughborough Inlets, Stuart Island, Desolation Sound |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 4 | Apr 20 to Apr 25 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 5 | Apr 27 to Apr 30 | Mystery | 3 Days / 3 Nights |
| 6 | May 4 to May 9 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 7 | May 11 to May 16 | Discovery Islands *Bute, Toba, Loughborough Inlets, Stuart Island, Desolation Sound |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 8 | May 18 to May 23 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| HIGH SEASON | |||
| 9 | May 25 to May 28 | Mystery | 3 Days / 3 Nights |
| 10 | Jun 1 to Jun 6 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 11 | Jun 8 to Jun 13 | Discovery Islands *Bute, Toba, Loughborough Inlets, Stuart Island, Desolation Sound |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 12 | Jun 15 to Jun 20 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 13 | Jun 22 to Jun 25 | Mystery | 3 Days / 3 Nights |
| 14 | Jun 29 to Jul 4 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 15 | Jul 6 TO Jul 11 | Discovery Islands *Bute, Toba, Loughborough Inlets, Stuart Island, Desolation Sound |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 16 | Jul 13 to Jul 18 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 17 | Jul 20 to Jul 23 | Mystery | 3 Days / 3 Nights |
| 18 | Jul 27 to Aug 1 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 19 | Aug 3 to Aug 8 | Discovery Islands *Bute, Toba, Loughborough Inlets, Stuart Island, Desolation Sound |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 20 | Aug 10 to Aug 15 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 21 | Aug 17 to Aug 20 | Mystery | 3 Days / 3 Nights |
| 22 | Aug 24 to Aug 29 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 23 | Aug 31 to Sep 5 | Discovery Islands *Bute, Toba, Loughborough Inlets, Stuart Island, Desolation Sound |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 24 | Sep 7 to Sep 12 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| FALL SHOULDER SEASON | |||
| 25 | Sep 14 to Sep 17 | Mystery | 3 Days / 3 Nights |
| 26 | Sep 21 to Sep 26 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 27 | Sep 28 to Oct 3 | Discovery Islands *Bute, Toba, Loughborough Inlets, Stuart Island, Desolation Sound |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 28 | Oct 5 to Oct 10 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 29 | Oct 12 to Oct 15 | Mystery | 3 Days / 3 Nights |
| FALL LATE SEASON | |||
| 30 | Oct 19 to Oct 24 | Broughton Archipelago *Kingcome Inlet, Knight Inlet, Blackfish Sound, Johnstone Strait |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
| 31 | Oct 26 to Oct 31 | Discovery Islands *Bute, Toba, Loughborough Inlets, Stuart Island, Desolation Sound |
5 Days / 5 Nights |
* Cruise Routing -
Passengers embarking on an Aurora Explorer cruise are reminded that the vessel is a working freight boat. Delivery of freight and the securing of additional freight opportunities will dictate the routing and the timetable of the vessel. Consequently, routing may differ from that described in “Cruise Routing” above. While every effort is made to provide time in the schedule for our guests to disembark from the vessel for sightseeing, exploring or other recreational activities, such stops are not guaranteed. The actual routing of the vessel may vary from that advertised depending on time allowances and freight opportunity.
** Rates in Canadian Dollars are per person, based on double occupancy + 5% Goods & Services Tax or for trips after July 1, 2010 + 12% HST unless prepaid by May 1, 2010,and include:
All meals, wine with dinner, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks.
Single occupancy is available on a limited basis at an additional charge of 70% of the double occupancy rate
Deposits (Non-Refundable) - 25% deposit is due upon booking. The balance is payable no later than 60 days prior to sailing date
Standard Stateroom – bunk beds, rear/side viewing windows, smaller stateroom
Premium Stateroom – twin beds, forward viewing windows, larger stateroom
Please Note:
Passengers must be 16 years or older.
Interior of vessel is non-smoking. Sorry, we are unable to accommodate pets.
All Aurora Explorer cruises begin and end at Campbell River Marine Terminal in Menzies Bay, 15 kms north of Campbell River, BC.
Secure, free parking is available on site.
Short Notice Savings
Please inquire about our standby waiting list.
In some circumstances, special discounts of up to 25% off regular fares may apply for short-notice, standby passengers.
Group Booking Discount
Discount group rates for booking of 8 persons or more are available. Please inquire.
Refund Policy
25% deposit at time of booking is non-refundable
Upon receipt of your full fare at least 60 days prior to your cruise the refund schedule is as follows:
75% refund is provided if cancellation occurs 60 days or more prior to sailing
50% refund is provided if cancellation occurs 45 to 59 days prior to sailing
25% refund is provided if cancellation occurs 30 to 44 days prior to sailing
No refund is provided if cancellation occurs with less than 30 days notice
For more information: Phone (250) 286-3347