Discover the magic of the Discovery Islands and Desolation sound. Immerse yourself in a four day exploration of Cortes Island’s rich natural beauty and history. Guided nature hikes, ocean adventures, and local lore will leave  you salty, windswept, and in awe of this spectacular and delicate part of our world.

Your package includes:

• Four Nights of accommodation at Hollyhock (see campus rates).
• Three meals daily from our organic kitchen, menus inspired by the seasons of the garden and designed to bring you closer to the land and sea.
• Sailing charter cruise into Desolation Sound, where you can watch for whales, porpoises, sea lions, and seabirds all while learning about the history of the area.
• Guided sunset or nighttime kayak adventure. Watching the sunset over the surrounding islands from the sea is an unforgettable experience. Nighttime kayak trips are moon phase dependent and reveal a secret fairy world under the water.
• Two Guided Nature hikes with renowned Hollyhock Naturalist Bill Ophoff
• Guided tide pool hike with Friends of Cortes Island Society, where you will learn about the beautiful creatures that live in our intertidal beach areas.
• Guided tour to a local experience, visit the museum, Linnaea Farm, or a local island event.
• Guided Hollyhock Garden Tour
• Guided Ocean cold plunge and Hot Tub experience
• Evening Star Gazing

Schedule

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