Majestic Mountain, Lake, British Columbia, Canada

Canada Holidays

Rocky Mountains and Arctic tundra; Canada is a land of captivating variety. Explore this expansive and beautiful country with us and you will meet some interesting locals, like grizzly bears and orcas.

Aside from vibrant cities, ancient cultures, vast mountains, lakes, plains and deserts, almost 90% of Canada remains uninhabited. It’s this bewildering wilderness that makes it such a special destination. From the magnificent Rocky Mountains in the west to the Arctic tundra in the north, the diversity is vast. And with such great wildlife – from the grizzly to polar bear – a wildlife-viewing holiday in Canada is among the very best.

Regions to Explore

Grizzly Bear, Great Bear Rainforest, Canada
Grizzly Bear, Great Bear Rainforest, Canada

Canada's Great Wilderness

The wilderness of the north is a haven for wildlife watching and remote lodges have been built to accommodate the adventurous – they are often only accessible by float plane in the summer months. The forests teem with grizzly and brown bears, making Canada one of the premier bear-watching destinations in the world. Meanwhile, the rich waters of the west coast attract orcas, dolphins, otters and beluga whales. It is the expertise of our hand-picked naturalist guides that will really make your trip – we know first-hand that their knowledge and experience will get you as close as possible to the creatures of this great wilderness.

Swell, Haida Gwaii, Canada
Swell, Haida Gwaii, Canada

Sailing in Canada

For such a vast and often inaccessible region, small boat cruising is an ideal way to maximise your time and see the wildlife and landscapes of British Columbia and the archipelago of Haida Gwaii. The rugged coastline of British Columbia is over 25,000 kilometres in length, marked by deep inlets and scattered with over 40,000 islands.

Arctic Safari Camp, Canadian Arctic
Arctic Safari Camp, Canada

Off the Grid in the Canadian Arctic

Some truly extraordinary accommodations can be found in Canada’s wildest and most remote locations. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, they are ideal for solo travellers, couples and families alike.

Explore Canada

  • Vancouver City
  • The Canadian Rockies
  • Yukon
  • Haida Gwaii
  • Vancouver Island
  • Churchill
  • Newfoundland and Labrador

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Our experts have created and curated these holiday ideas to get you started. Take the time to search through them and find something that is the spark for your unique adventure.

Experiences

Tell us what you love doing and we’ll curate a journey that’s perfect for you.

Seaplane, Eastern Canada
Canada

Ride in a Seaplane

All at once a spectacular scenic journey and a way to speed up transfer times, seaplanes are the sky taxis of Canada. Ideal for both romantic getaways and families keen to cut down on driving, we can arrange seaplane journeys between most destinations (even cities).

Suggested Holiday Idea

Humpback Whale, Caribbean Sea
Canada

Snorkel with Humpbacks

Grab a wetsuit, put on some fins and pop on a mask before jumping in for an incredible snorkeling adventure with humpback whales off the coast of Newfoundland.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Iceberg, Fogo Island, Newfoundland, Eastern Canada
Canada

Private Dinner at Sea

Head out on a culinary adventure atop the waters off Newfoundland in a privately chartered boat, feasting on local and seasonal produce en route to scenic Bell Island.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Classic Boat, Newfoundland, Eastern Canada
Canada

Boat Building in St. John’s

Get stuck in and partake in the construction of a classic Newfoundland wooden rodney boat, which are used by the locals for fishing and exploring the coastline.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Bell Island, Newfoundland, Eastern Canada
Canada

Bell Island with a Paleontologist

Spend a day at sea during a private zodiac adventure to Bell Island, exploring its sea caves, sea life and century old fossils in the company of an expert paleontologist.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Wine Tasting, Newfoundland, Eastern Canada
Canada

Finer Things Food Tour

Hop between Gros Morne’s top rated restaurants, sampling their selections of fresh seafood, garden herbs and handpicked berries while sipping carefully paired wines.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Niagara Falls, Boat, Canada, Eastern Cities and Niagara
Canada

See the Niagara Falls

Ride a bike through Niagara’s wine country, take a helicopter flight over the falls, embark on an all-access tour with a private guide, join a classic sailing trip through the spray or dine at the brink of the Horseshoe Falls.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Old City, Montreal,  Canada, Eastern Cities and Niagara
Canada

Behind the Scenes of Montreal

Wander the Museum of Fine Arts after hours with one of its curators, travel with a local insider on a guided VIP tour of the city’s iconic sites and off-the-beaten track places, go on a culinary walking tour or get behind the wheel of a super car or Mustang on a rally racing track.

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Frontenac Castle, Old Quebec  Canada, Eastern Cities and Niagara
Canada

Museums & Eateries of Quebec

Embark on a private tour of Quebec’s museum of fine art, sail the St. Lawrence River in a private boat experience that passes the historic skyline, sample French-Canadian delicacies or travel further afield to the Beaupre Coast to visit the first settlements.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Rock lake, Ontario,  Canada, Eastern Cities and Niagara
Canada

Lakes & Wildlife of Algonquin

Go canoeing, kayaking, biking or hiking in scenic Algonquin, observing moose, beavers, foxes, deer and other wildlife species in their environment. At night, listen as the breeze whistles through the pines and wolf howls pierce the air.

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Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Great Bear Lodge £££££

  • Canada
  • Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Great Bear Lodge is a charming, self-contained floating retreat dedicated to Grizzly Bear viewing programmes. Set amidst remote and pristine scenery, the two-storey lodge was originally towed to the area each season by owners Tom and Marg and has just eight en-suite guestrooms. Powered by wind and solar energy the lodge is committed to low-impact tourism.

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Quirpon Lighthouse Inn £££££

  • Canada
  • Unusual

A truly special island escape set within a 1922 light-keeper’s home, Quirpon Lighthouse Inn (pronounced kar-poon) is a fully restored property that offers ten quaint rooms at the base of a still functional lighthouse. The Registered Heritage Building is a four-star property that is reachable by zodiac boat transfer, an exhilarating testament to its remoteness. Expect home-cooked breakfasts and dinners served at a table for fourteen, staff with wonderful senses of humour, and simple but cosy accommodations.

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Nimmo Bay Resort £££££

  • Canada
  • Unusual

Nimmo Bay is an exclusive wilderness lodge. Only accessible via seaplane or helicopter, it is in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest on the west coast of British Columbia. Originally a fishing lodge, the resort offers exclusivity and privacy. Just nine cosy log cabins all have two bedrooms, bathrooms and relaxation areas that offer breath-taking views of the bay and surrounding area. Outside, they have hot tubs and open showers.

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Moraine Lake Lodge £££££

  • Canada
  • B&B, Motel and Guesthouse

Nestled in a spectacular valley, Moraine Lake Lodge is the ultimate getaway for those seeking a luxurious escape in the midst of the beautiful Banff National Park.

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Seal River Heritage Lodge £££££

  • Canadian Arctic
  • Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Boasting panoramic views of the surrounding tundra and sea, the Seal River Lodge offers fantastic opportunities for bear viewing and spotting wildlife. Polar bears roam the area and the lodge has a large fenced space at the rear, which almost guarantees an up-close encounter with one of these powerful creatures.

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Trout Point Lodge £££££

  • Canada
  • Wilderness

Dubbed by National Geographic as one of the ten “most innovative, sustainable travel programmes around the world”, Trout Point Lodge is a luxury wilderness lodge and nature retreat that has garnered a rising collection of major accolades. Set within 100 acres of Canadian backwoods and bordering the Tusket and Napier Rivers, the rustic five-star property offers 12 rooms, suites and cottages that all feature original artworks and antique furnishings.

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Meet our experts

A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.

Roxy Dukes

Roxy’s love for Canada is limitless and she has returned on an almost yearly basis since her first visit as a child. From hiking the high alpine trails, riding with local cowboys to kayaking with humpbacks, she has likely been there and done it.

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Paul Bird

Watching bears interacting without any care of his presence was fascinating for Paul, and being a privileged onlooker in their natural habitat created a lifelong fascination with Canada.

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Great Bear rainforest lake, Canada
Great Bear rainforest, Canada

Raincoast Conservation Trust

We support projects right across the planet. For example, in Canada we have supported the Raincoast Conservation Trust, helping acquire further commercial trophy hunting rights for the Kitlope tenure in the Great Bear Rainforest, to stop such activities from occurring. This will add to the approximately 33,500 square kilometres acquired so far.

When planning your trip speak to our experts about how you can also support the destinations you are visiting.

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