About Rendezvous Island Charters
Tucked away in the wild beauty of Desolation Sound, Rendezvous Island Charters was built for those who want more than just a getaway—it’s for those chasing real adventure.
This is a place where the days start early, the water is calm, and the opportunities are endless. Whether you're pulling up traps loaded with prawns and crab, heading out in search of Chinook, or simply taking in the untouched coastline, every experience here is rooted in what the West Coast does best—raw, authentic, and unforgettable.

ABOUT GORD MCMILLAN
Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Gord’s love for the outdoors has always been at the heart of who he is. He shares that passion with his wife, Amanda, and stepdaughter, Faith. In 2021, the three of them began their journey on Rendezvous Island, creating not just a home, but a place where unforgettable memories are made. Today, their beautiful lodge stands as a welcoming space for guests to experience the same connection to the coast, adventure, and simple good times that they cherish.

About Rendezvous Island
Tucked into the heart of Desolation Sound on the central coast of British Columbia, Rendezvous Island offers a truly remote, off-grid experience where calm waters, rugged coastline, and untouched wilderness come together. Accessible only by boat, this is a place to escape the noise and crowds and reconnect with the natural world. Surrounded by sheltered channels and framed by the dramatic Coast Mountains, the area is known for its peaceful waters, hidden coves, and rich marine life, all visible from the lodge overlooking Calm Channel. Located less than an hour by boat from both Toba Inlet and Bute Inlet, Rendezvous Island provides access to some of the most productive and scenic waterways on the coast, including early-season Chinook fishing, along with world-class prawning and crabbing right in the surrounding waters. Wildlife is abundant, with frequent sightings of orcas, dolphins, seals, sea lions, and bald eagles, and even bears further into the inlets, creating an experience that feels truly immersed in the wild. More than just a destination, Rendezvous Island is a place to slow down, explore, and experience the West Coast the way it’s meant to be—raw, peaceful, and unforgettable.