Summer Trips, Cost & Registration
Learn about SALTS' Summer 2026 sail training voyages for young people ages 13 to 23 years.
"People say there is one summer that changes you and you remember it for the rest of your life. SALTS made this summer that for me. This trip was the best experience of my life." SUMMER TRAINEE
Give the gift of SALTS!
If you'd like to gift part or all of a SALTS trip to a special youth, we now have SALTS Summer Gift Certificates available!
2026 Trips
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*.
| Family Connection Voyage - Pacific Swift July 9 - 18 |
The Pacific Swift will be participating in a Family Connection Voyage for the first trip of the summer. This will be a unique adventure for teenagers (age 13-18) and their parents. Click HERE to review program details and apply!
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Current Availability
There are two bunking compartments, the Main hold and the "Fo'c'sle" or forward hold, separated by a bulkhead door. Males typically bunk in the Main and females in the Fo'c'sle.
| Pacific Swift | Fo'c'sle | Main |
| Jul 9 - 18 Family Connection Voyage | - | - |
| Trip 2, Jul 23 - Aug 1, Victoria to Port Hardy | Waitlist | Waitlist |
| Trip 3, Aug 6 -15, Port Hardy to Victoria | Waitlist | Waitlist |
| Trip 4, Aug 20 - 29, Victoria to Victoria | Waitlist | Waitlist |
| Pacific Grace | Fo'c'sle | Main |
| Trip 1, Jul 9 - 18, Victoria to Port Hardy | Waitlist | Waitlist |
| Trip 2, Jul 23 - Aug 1, Port Hardy to Daajing Giids | Waitlist | Waitlist |
| Trip 3, Aug 6 - 15, Daajing Giids to Port Hardy | Waitlist | Waitlist |
| Trip 4, Aug 20 -29, Port Hardy to Victoria | Waitlist | Waitlist |
Please be aware that availability can change quickly. A berth may open up or be filled between updates to this page.
Even if the trip you want is currently waitlisted, submit your trip choices in order of preference. You can accept a trip assignment and also be on the wait list for a preferred trip.
2026 Cost
Total Fees : $2,916.90 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 - $2,766.90
Refundable until May 1, 2026* |
| The trip fee is typically paid in equal payments, and a schedule is provided with your trip assignment. Payment schedule example for new registrations: |
| First payment $922.30 Due within 7 days of receiving the trip assignment notification. |
| Final payment $922.30 Due May 1st |
| * See our Cancellation and Refund Policy for details |
We recognize that the cost may be prohibitive 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 Steps
Step 1
- Review both the Physical and Mental Fitness Policy and Cancellation and Refund Policy
- Carefully consider the trip routes and pay particular attention to the boarding and disembarking locations. Several trips begin or end in Port Hardy, at the north end of Vancouver Island.
- Submit your Trip Request Form through the link above with your trip choices in order of preference. You will be assigned to your highest preference trip with an available berth. You can accept a trip assignment and also be on the wait list for a preferred trip.
- If you have a SALTS a gift certificate, enter your unique code on the trip request to apply the gifted amount to your account.
- Pay the registration fee of $150 (if you have a credit from a previous year, you will receive separate instructions).
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. Those with a credit will receive an account statement with details about any remaining balance and payment options.
- Receive your reservation confirmation email!
Step 3
- In the spring of 2026, you will receive instructions to complete your online Trainee Profile and waiver form(s) along with boarding & disembarking details, travel tips and the travel sharing list for your trip, if you choose to share your contact information with other SALTS trainees.
- 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 or interruption due to medical or other unexpected circumstances.
