Vargas Island Paddleboarding Adventure | Norm Hann Expeditions

This 4 day expedition takes in Clayoquot Sounds wild beauty while exploring the coastline of Vargas Island. Islands, white sand beaches, calm bays and perfect waves to surf await. Camp under the stars where the mountains rim the horizon. Wildlife viewing is abundant with bears, wolves, salmon, shorebirds, seals, eagles, whales, fish, and intertidal life. A short walk off the beach takes you into the rare old growth forest under a canopy of giant cedars. Clayoquot Sound is a BC Provincial Park located around Tofino. Vargas Island lies within Clayoquot Sound and the traditional territory of the Nuu-chah-hulth First Nations. This tour provides an ideal location for deepening our appreciation for the wilderness, exploring a new place, and adventuring on our paddleboards in a safe learning environment with enthusiastic and expert guides. In partnership with Catherine Bruhwiler and Tofino Paddle Surf.

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Paddle Surfing in the Maldives

By explore • October 20, 2026

I’m thrilled to be back in the Maldives, eagerly anticipating our paddle surf adventure in 2027. This marks my third journey with Moon Tours, a company that has been delivering exceptional experiences in the Maldives for over a decade, catering to travelers in search of a unique surfing experience in one of the most stunning locations on the planet. Over the course of 10 nights, we’ll navigate the heart of the Maldives aboard the splendid MV Adora, chasing the swell, wind, and conditions wherever they may lead us. As I look back on my previous trips, a few key insights from these surf excursions truly stand out.