It took exactly one hour after arriving at Klahoose Wilderness Resort in Desolation Sound, British Columbia, to put its promise of “if whales blow, we’ll go” to the test.

No sooner had staff completed a wildlife safety briefing in the resort’s main lodge than the call rang out – whales! I sprinted to the boat with hastily assembled camera gear in tow, excited and eager to witness the glistening fins and tails of a family of humpbacks feeding in the temperate waters of the sound.

I couldn’t have asked for a more exhilarating welcome to begin four days of wildlife viewing and cultural experiences at this remote, off-grid lodge. Klahoose offers guests immersive exploration in a pristine region rich in diverse ecosystems and Indigenous heritage.