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Voyage of the Gikumi: Exploring the Fraser River Estuary

Voyage of the Gikumi: Exploring the Fraser River Estuary

Date: Thursday, Jul 21, 2022
Friday, Jul 22, 2022
Saturday, Jul 23, 2022
Sunday, Jul 24, 2022
Friday, Aug 05, 2022
Saturday, Aug 06, 2022
Sunday, Aug 07, 2022
Friday, Aug 19, 2022
Monday, Aug 22, 2022
Tuesday, Aug 23, 2022
Time:July 21-Aug 19 voyages start at 1:00pm and end at approximately 4:00pm.
Aug 22 and 23 voyages start at 2:00pm and end at approximately 5:00pm.
Place:Britannia Shipyards
5180 Westwater Dr
Price:Tickets:
Adults - $100
Seniors - $95
Children (8-12 years) - $85
(Plus taxes and booking platform fees)

Check our website link to purchase tickets.

It’s all about the journey aboard the beautifully restored 1954 work boat, the MV Gikumi.

Embark on a voyage fully guided by a heritage interpreter, to discover the engaging stories, lore, and legends that makes the Fraser River so fascinating. Journey through the Fraser River estuary from Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site in Steveston Village. Along the way hear stories of rum runners, rescued whales, abandoned boats, and hidden fishing villages.

Suitable for adults and children aged 8 and above.

This event is for Child (Ages 6-12), Youth (Ages 13-18), Adult (Ages 18+) & 55+ (Ages 55 and over)

This is not an accessible site.

Event Website

For More information
Britannia Shipyard National Historic Site
Phone: 604-238-8050
Email: britannia@richmond.ca
Website: http://www.richmond.ca/britannia