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8 hours
Up to 12 guests
Private charter
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· 340+ reviews
Our longest voyage — a full-day expedition. Eight hours, the whole boat, up to 12 of you — a hot cedar sauna from the moment you board, a long cruise to the far end of Indian Arm, and cold ocean plunges at anchor near Granite Falls.
This is the full-day Hot Voyage expedition — an eight-hour private buyout of the entire vessel for up to 12 guests, and the longest standard voyage we run. The sauna is hot and ready when you step aboard, so the first round starts while we’re still casting off. Then comes the long cruise up Indian Arm — past the landmarks shorter voyages turn back from, into the steep, quiet wilderness of the upper inlet.
At the far end waits Granite Falls, where we drop anchor in calm water — often for around three hours, the longest anchor time of any voyage. That’s your cue: ocean plunge off the boat, paddleboard and floaties in the water, saltwater shower on deck for anyone not ready to commit. Then back into the heat, as many rounds as you like. Waterfall flow changes with season, rain, and snowmelt — every visit looks a little different.
Your playlist runs through six speakers. Your group is the only group — the reason this is the pick for milestone birthdays, full-day celebrations, and groups who want the deepest escape we offer. For a full group of 12, it works out to about CA$50 per person, per hour.
Arrive 15 minutes early, shoes into the bin, quick welcome and safety briefing. The cedar sauna is already hot — first rounds start while we’re still pulling away from the dock.
The long leg — hours of easy cruising deep into Indian Arm, steep mountains and dense forest closing in around quiet water, cold drink in hand. Sauna, rooftop deck, your playlist on six speakers.
The heart of your day — we drop anchor in calm water near Granite Falls, at the far end of Indian Arm, often for around three hours. Ocean plunge off the boat, paddleboard and floaties in the water, saltwater deck shower for the undecided — then straight back into the heat.
The long cruise home — time for a few last rounds in the heat. Rinse off in the freshwater shower, change in the private washroom, and step off warm, calm, and reset.
You board in the Port Moody area — the gateway to the sheltered, calm waters of Burrard Inlet and Indian Arm. The exact meeting spot, map pin, and arrival instructions are sent right after you book, so your group lands at the right dock on the first try.
Arrive 15 minutes early. Time to find the meeting point, drop outdoor shoes in the storage bin, and confirm waivers before departure.
Boarding is direct or by tender. Depending on tide and dock access, you’ll step straight aboard or take a short, scenic tender ride out to the boat — crew guides you either way.
No outdoor shoes onboard. Go barefoot or bring clean, indoor-only flip-flops. A bin is provided for your shoes at boarding.
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Exclusive private use of the entire sauna boat for your group (up to 12)
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Qualified captain for the duration of your charter
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All fuel for the Granite Falls route
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Large cedar sauna with panoramic views — hot at boarding
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Rooftop deck, indoor lounge, and rest areas
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Private washroom and changing space with freshwater shower
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Saltwater deck shower for post-sauna cool-downs
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Six-speaker Bluetooth sound system and phone charging
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Paddleboard, floaties, and 360° camera for use at anchor
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PFDs and all required safety equipment for every guest
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Food and drinks — bring whatever your group likes (19+ for alcohol)
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Towels and robes — every guest brings their own
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Sauna hats — optional, but the committed swear by them
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Captain’s gratuity — optional, appreciated for great service
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Parking near the meeting point
Swimsuit
Worn the whole voyage
Towel
Plus a second for after the plunge
Robe
Your layer between rounds
Water bottle
Refillable — dispenser onboard
Indoor flip-flops
Clean, non-marking — or barefoot
Food & drinks
Bring food, drinks, cups, plates and ice. Cooler onboard.
Hat or cap & sunglasses
For sunny sailings
Your playlist
Six speakers await
A swimsuit and robe carry you through the whole sauna experience — change into whatever suits your plans afterward.
Waiver
Every guest signs a digital liability waiver before boarding — no waiver, no boarding. We collect names and emails after you book.
Ages
Minimum age 14. Guests under 19 must be accompanied onboard by their own parent or legal guardian, who signs their waiver. Alcohol is 19+ only.
Cold plunge
Entering the ocean is optional and entirely at your own risk — confident swimmers only, feet first, at anchor, with the captain’s go-ahead. No lifeguard on duty.
Smoke-free
Smoking, vaping, and cannabis are prohibited onboard at all times.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible. Guests must be able to step between a dock, tender, and vessel and keep their balance on marine surfaces.
The captain
The captain has final authority on routing, anchoring, water activities, and all matters of safety.
Duration
8 hours, fixed window
Route
Indian Arm → Granite Falls
Group size
Up to 12 guests, private
Minimum age
14 · alcohol 19+
Season
Year-round, rain or shine
Boarding
Port Moody area
for the whole boat · 8 hours
About CA$50 per person, per hour, for a full group of 12.
Pick a date & time
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Entire boat reserved for your group — no strangers onboard
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Sauna hot and ready the moment you board
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Runs rain or shine — wet weather makes the heat better
