Who We Are
Where It All Began…
Moresby Explorers was started in 1988 by Doug and Billy. They bought a 5-meter inflatable zodiac and started exploring. The following year, they constructed a log float and salvaged a cabin from the logging camp at Lyell Island. This was anchored in De La Beche and later moved to Crescent Inlet in 1997 following the creation of Gwaii Haanas.
Billy eventually sold his share to Doug, who sold his shares to two of his employees, Heron and Laura' Lo.’ Heron and Lo spent ten years running the business. During this time, they built the Seaport B&B, a new float camp, and renovated the base location in Sandspit.
In 2018, Heron and Lo sold the business to the current owners, Alex and Ollie, who fell in love with Haida Gwaii when they moved to the islands full-time in 2016.
Our Boats
Our Zodiac Hurricanes are incredible vessels that enable us to travel almost anywhere in Gwaii Haanas. They're incredibly reliable, stable, capable and efficient and are also the boat of choice for the Canadian Coast Guard, militaries worldwide and other emergency services.
We complete all the boat maintenance in-house and send our engines to Bridgeview Marine for outboard service and repair.
Why We Do It
Haida Gwaii is truly a magical place. The diversity, abundance and rawness of this place are hard to absorb without immersion.
We feel that Gwaii Haanas offers a chance to see why protecting our planet is essential and demonstrates that we are a part of the ecosystem.
Being on a small vessel in the vast openness of the ocean, surrounded by towering mountains and crashing waves, offers a chance to feel small. To connect with the ocean and land. To see firsthand how an ecosystem interacts and adapts to the ever-changing motion of the world.
One of the biggest highlights for many visitors is the watchman sites. These sites offer an opportunity to witness the history of a culture that has survived on the edge for thousands of years. These interactions open discussion around Haida Gwaii and Canada's colonial and indigenous history. Constructive conversation can lead to positive change and growth for all our communities.
Meet the Team
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Alex Fields
CO-OWNER
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Ollie Popley
CO-OWNER
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Courtenay
OFFICE WIZARD
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Phil "Gwaii Haanas Sprinter"
TRANSPORT NINJA
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Bryan
GUIDE
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Chelsea
GUIDE
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Joe
GUIDE
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Fruin
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER
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Ash
Master Chef - Float Camp
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Mia
Guide
A little love for our team…
“A huge thank you to [our guide, B&B staff] and all the behind-the-scenes staff who helped make our four-day Zodiac trip to Gwaii Haanas the trip of a lifetime. [Our guide] was an incredible guide. His knowledge and respect for the Haida, the forest and the wildlife taught us so much. We all agreed that we can think of no way that this trip could have been better. It far exceeded our expectations.”
— Judy
“We would like to highly commend [our guide] on our adventure. She was awesome!! She handled the zodiac like a pro. She was very accommodating to everyone’s needs and very personable.”
— Kathy & Ron
“I just wanted to say that the tour was excellent, the accommodations great and the food fabulous. Most of all I want to say a huge thank you to [our guide] for being a consummate professional, skilled boatsman, calm, cool and collected, totally interested and engaged in his work and so knowledgeable about the area, local history, flora and fauna. You have a stellar guide on your hands that really makes the experience an experience!”
— Sue & Kim
“What a pleasure [our guide] was to spend a day with. She was a wonderful guide, well informed, very competent and great company.”
— Trish & Les
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Boat Tours
We offer zodiac boat tours that range from 1 - 4 days in length. On each tour, we provide a safe, educational and unique experience that leaves you with an appreciation for the natural environment and human history of Haida Gwaii.
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Kayak Services
We offer all the services and equipment that you need to organize an independent kayaking trip into Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve and Haida Heritage Site.
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Marine Transportation
We can provide fast and reliable transport by Zodiac to anywhere in the Gwaii Haanas area or other parts of Haida Gwaii. Available for single passengers or groups.