The Wei Wai Kum Cruise Ship Terminal in Campbell River on Vancouver Island is proud to be Canada’s first Aboriginal-owned and themed cruise ship port-of-call.
A visit to the Wei Wai Kum terminal promises a distinctly memorable experience. Upon arrival, visitors see a traditional village complete with totem poles and a Big House, providing a window into Laichwiltach history and culture.
Visitors disembarking from the ship are met by greeters and dancers and hear the sounds of drums echoing throughout the passage. Local marketplace areas provide an opportunity to taste traditional foods and make purchases from local artisans and craftspeople.
A traditional carving shed gives onlookers a first-hand look at First Nation carvers in action. Visitors who book the Big House shore program can watch dances performed at the Laichwiltach potlatch ceremony, learn the history of the Big House and savour traditional barbequed salmon.
A variety of shore packages also give passengers a chance to get beyond the terminal for First Nation experiences and adventures, arts and culture, fishing, wildlife viewing, sightseeing adventures, golf and educational tours.
