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Tracy made Ucluelet her home and started Majestic Ocean Kayaking over three decades ago. Today she is even more committed to providing an exceptional experience to all the Majestic Ocean Kayaking clients. After a 15-year career of kayak guiding around the Broken Group Islands and Clayoquot Sound, you will now find Tracy at our base, managing operations and looking after guests. She loves feeding people delicious food and is always coming up with new menu ideas for the tours. In the past, Tracy has been an avid volunteer, a director for 13 years with the Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of BC, a director for the Wild Pacific Trail Society, and Tourism Ucluelet Society. Tracy now gives her time sharing her kayak business experience and mentoring the new generation of guides that are stepping up and carrying on her legacy.
Ted was born in Ucluelet, raised his family here, and, as the former local Fire Chief, has extensive first aid and rescue training. His local knowledge, passion for local history and seamanship come from his lifetime of experience living and training on the west coast. Ted still volunteers for the fire brigade after 25+ years. He manages operations of the company with his wife Tracy, and he looks after all the equipment, as well as tour departures. Ted is a fisherman, avid hiker, licensed mechanic, historian, geologist, and family man.
Rita is Majestic Ocean Kayaking’s resident photographer. She can usually be found at the shop, or on an ocean tour photographing all that this amazing place has to offer.
Gary and his big, sturdy state of the art 33’ boat with cabin and open back deck, the Ms. Judy, provide Majestic’s kayak transport to the Broken Group Islands. Gary is a lifetime resident of the West Coast, with 50 years’ experience as a boat captain. He is a kayaker, a diver, a retired crab fisherman…you name it! If it is on the water, Gary has done it. His newest love is his 65’ sailboat which he has restored himself, and he now spends his winters sailing the Pacific coast from Canada to Mexico. Chatting with Gary, while being transported in safety and style, is a highlight for many of our guests!
Fluent in French and English
Eric grew up on Vancouver Island, paddling and sailing with his family. After years travelling and working in Europe, he returned to Canada to pursue his kayaking career on the west coast. He is a Level 3 Guide and Executive Board Member of the Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of BC. In addition, Eric is certified with Paddle Canada Level 4 Skills and is a Level 1 Instructor. He lives year-round in Ucluelet with his wife and daughter.
Rodrigo was born and raised in Punta Arenas, Southern Chilean, Patagonia. He earned his Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of BC (SKGABC) certification in both Patagonia and on Vancouver Island. He has been working as a kayak guide in Chile – in Torres del Paine National Park and around the Province of Ultima Esperanza – since 2014. Rodrigo is extremely passionate about whitewater and surf kayaking, travelling, cooking, and exploring the outdoors. He is a great addition to the Majestic team, and the guests love him too! (not just for his culinary talent). We are very lucky to have Rodrigo working with us, as he gives 100% to his guests.
Ben is a local Vancouver Island guide; this will be his 8th season at Majestic. He has a Tourism and Recreation Management Degree. The West Coast of Vancouver Island is one of Ben’s favourite places to kayak, surf, explore and hike the alpine. Ben is a backcountry ski guide in the winter. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience with his guests (they all appreciate him), and we feel very fortunate to have him working with us at Majestic.
Morgan is currently in his fourth year at Vancouver Island University studying geography. He is an experienced saltwater fishing guide and loves surfing, free diving, and adventuring. Morgan’s passion for sustainability and the ocean has led him to kayak guiding, where humans and nature can exist in harmony.
Courtenay returns to Majestic team for her 2nd year as a Certified Level 2 kayak guide. After recognizing that her heart truly lay outdoors, Courtenay completed her guide training through the Canadian Outdoor Leadership Training (COLT) program at Strathcona Park Lodge. She is passionate about helping people connect to nature, and to themselves. Courtenay attended the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC, and, when she is not kayaking, she can be found running on the trails around Ucluelet, training for her next marathon.
Herbie enjoys kayaking, chasing eagles and greeting our guests.
