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Alert Bay - Cultural Performance

Excursion

Free

Duration
At leisure
Season
Available all year
Min. number
0 traveller(s)
Booking code
INCL-AAL1

Learn about the relationship between people and land in this traditional display by the Kwakwaka’wakw community.
  • Enjoy an enchanting performance of song, dance and storytelling by the local Kwakwaka’wakw First Nations Community.

  • Explore Alert Bay’s U’mista Cultural Centre and delve deeper into the community’s traditions and heritage.

  • Witness captivating demonstrations of traditional crafts, history and culture.


A spellbinding performance 

Breathtaking Alert Bay is a Kwakwaka’wakw First Nations community. While here, you’ll enjoy a cultural performance and a tour of the U’mista Cultural Centre. 

This close-knit community's stories, values and traditions come alive in this vibrant display. You’ll experience songs, storytelling and dances passed down through generations, reflecting the community’s deep connection to the land, sea and sky. 

Practical information

  • Included: Admission to U’mista Cultural Centre, island totem walk, and dance performance.

  • Walking or Activity information: Involves moderate physical activity on relatively level surfaces and gentle terrain. Includes a 20-min walk to the cultural centre. A shuttle service is available.   

  • Wheelchair accessible: Yes 

  • Language availability: English 

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