Summer 5-Day Trip
SALTS summer sail training voyages for young people ages 13 to 23. Register below!
Where & When
Spend your first week of the summer among the beautiful Gulf Islands while learning to sail a traditional tall ship. Depart from Victoria, BC and sail north through the Salish Sea with great opportunities for wildlife sightings, including humpback and orca whales, sea lions, otters, bald eagles, and a variety of coastal birds.
If 5 days of sailing isn't enough, check out our 10-day 2026 Summer Trips.
| June 22 - 26, 2026 - Pacific Grace | |
| Victoria to Victoria | Salish Sea & Gulf Islands |
Each trip is unique! The exact course within this area is dependent on conditions during the voyage.
2026 Cost
Total Fees: $1,460.00
All meals, sail training materials, applicable park fees, and taxes (5% GST) are included.
REGISTRATION FEE - $150
Non-refundable once a trip assignment has been offered* The registration fee is due at the time the trip request is submitted.
TRIP FEE - $1,310.00
Refundable until May 1, 2026* The trip fee is typically paid in 2 equal payments, and a schedule is provided with your trip assignment. Payment schedule example for new registrations: First payment $655.00 Due within 7 days of receiving the trip assignment notification. Final payment $655.00 Due May 1st
* See our Cancellation and Refund Policy for details
Financial Assistance
We recognize that the cost may be a challenge for low or even middle-income families. See our bursaries page for information about eligibility and the application processes for general financial assistance and Indigenous Youth bursaries.
| REGISTRATION FEE - $150 Non-refundable once a trip assignment has been offered* |
| The registration fee is due at the time the trip request is submitted. |
Refundable until May 1, 2026*
* See our Cancellation and Refund Policy for details
REGISTER HERE!
REGISTER HERE!
Registration Steps
Step 1
- Review both the Physical and Mental Fitness Policy and Cancellation and Refund Policy
- Submit your Trip Request Form.
- Pay the registration fee of $150.
Step 2
- Receive your trip assignment offer or wait list notification email.
- Pay the first trip fee payment or submit your bursary application at this time.
- Receive your reservation confirmation email!
Step 3
- You will receive instructions to complete your online Trainee Profile and waiver form(s).
- When your Trainee Profile and waiver forms are complete, you will receive an email to confirm your registration for your Summer 2026 SALTS voyage!
SALTS strongly recommends the purchase of private travel insurance to cover trip cancellation/interruption due to unexpected medical or other circumstances such as transportation provider cancellations or delays.
All trips are subject to compliance with the orders, guidance and protocols of BC's Provincial Health Officer, the BCCDC, WorkSafe BC, Transport Canada, BC Parks and Parks Canada, as well as local First Nations and coastal communities.