Islands of the Salish | Seattle, WA → Victoria, BC via San Juan Island

Late summer in the Pacific Northwest offers long daylight hours, thriving marine ecosystems, and ideal conditions for exploring the intricate waterways of the Salish Sea. This voyage is a hands-on coastal sailing adventure through forest-lined channels, wildlife-rich passages, and protected anchorages shared between the United States and Canada. With shorter sailing legs and tidal navigation challenges, this trip balances seamanship, exploration, and time ashore in charming harbor towns. You’ll also get to Stand watch and take the helm in sheltered coastal waters Learn tidal planning and pilotage through narrow island channels Practice sail handling and trim to optimize boatspeed Spot orcas, seals, sea lions, and bald eagles Anchor in protected coves and explore small island communities Sailing with Panexplore means you’re not just along for the ride. You’ll be part of the crew—standing watches, trimming sails, navigating, and learning as you go. Whether you’re building miles, confidence, or simply a deeper connection with offshore sailing, Panexplore voyages are designed to be immersive, educational, and rewarding. Our onboard cuisine is inspired by the places we sail through. Our galley follows a local & ocean-inspired philosophy—prioritizing local produce, coastal flavors, and fresh catch when the ocean provides. We can cater to specific diets, just let us know! > Key Details Distance: 180 nautical miles Cost: $4,990 Dates: 27 Aug – 3 Sep 2027 (8 Days) Start: Seattle Port, Washington, USA End: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Tentative Itinerary While the exact route and timing will depend on weather and skipper decisions, a typical voyage may look like this: Day 1 – Join in Seattle Arrive at Seattle Port, meet your crew, get settled aboard SV Sea Dragon, and begin trip introductions. Day 2 – Safety Briefings & Departure Comprehensive safety briefings and systems orientation before departing northbound into the Salish Sea. Days 3–4 – San Juan Islands Navigate through the San Juan archipelago, practicing tidal calculations and pilotage. Anchor in scenic coves and enjoy opportunities to explore ashore. Days 5–6 – Gulf Islands & Strait of Georgia Continue into Canadian waters, crossing open stretches of the Strait of Georgia and weaving through protected island channels. Day 7 – Arrival in Victoria Final sail into Victoria’s picturesque harbor, arriving in the evening. Day 8 – Depart the Boat Disembark in the morning after breakfast and farewells. Please note: This sailing adventure is weather-dependent. Stopovers, timing, and the exact route will be determined by the skipper to ensure safety and the best possible experience.