be here. be still.

created for connection
slow down, tune in
and experience Desolation Sound in a whole new way

A person swimming underwater near a dock, and two people standing on the dock, with mountain and forest scenery in the background.

refuge sauna

in the heart of desolation sound

a floating, wood-fired sauna set among calm waters, forested shoreline, and open sky.
Move between heat, cold ocean dips, and rest — immersed in one of the west coasts most beautiful places

getting here is part of the experience

arrive with your own boat or add-on water taxi service with your booking

DIVE ON IN, AND BOOK YOUR SAUNA EXPERIENCE TODAY

book your session

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN A PRIVATE BOOKING?

YOUR PRIVATE SESSION INCLUDES EXCLUSIVE USE OF THE WOOD-FIRED FLOATING SAUNA FOR UP TO 8 GUESTS FOR 2.5 HOURS. YOU'LL BE GREETED BY A SAUNA HOST WITH THE FIRE STARTED FOR YOU, BEFORE HAVING THE SPACE ENTIRELY TO YOURSELVES TO SETTLE INTO THE RHYTHM OF HEAT, COLD, AND REST.

ENJOY ACCESS TO A TEA + HYDRATION STATION, FLOATING BEAN BAG CHAIR + OUTDOOR SEATING

ADD-ONS ARE AVAILABLE TO ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE INCLUDING: - WATER TAXI TRANSPORTATION TO + FROM THE SAUNA - ROBES + TOWELS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE - CURATED SNACK + DRINK PACKAGES FROM REFUGE DOCKSIDE KITCHEN

FOR SAME DAY BOOKING REQUESTS OR WITHIN 12 HOURS OF ARRIVAL TIME - PLEASE CONTACT SAUNA@REFUGEGROUP.CA OR 604-787-9464