Canada Adventure Vacation Highlights and Activities
For whatever type of adventure you may be thinking of - we think that Canada is one place you won't want to miss! Canada is a vast country and offers a good mix of adventure vacation ideas.
From the west coast to the east coast and everything in between - your ideal Canada adventure vacation is easy to plan! From funfilled expeditions for the whole family, to extreme activities for those who like to live on the wild side, Canada is a destination that can be enjoyed year round. Here's some ideas to consider when planning a Canada Adventure Vacation:
British Columbia
British Columbia Adventure Travel
- The Province offers everything from unique whale-watching tours to world class mountain bike trails. And don't forget - some of the best downhill skiing! The Interior can be just as adventurous, lots of skiing, hiking, whitewater rafting, and wildlife viewing!
For an endless number of outdoor adventures, try a Vancouver Island Vacation ! No matter what area of BC you wish to explore, you'll find incredible natural beauty and dramatic wilderness landscapes. Alberta
Look what Alberta has to offer for the adventure traveler:
In winter, there's plenty of skiing (both downhill and cross country), snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dogsledding and northern lights viewing. In summer, activities include hiking, fishing, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, as well as rafting and cycling! Both National Parks (Banff and Jasper), are great places to consider when planning your Canada Adventure Vacation, as there are a variety of things to see and do! As well, there is plenty of accommodation options for every budget. Saskatchewan
This Province, with its natural beauty, is the perfect place for a family to enjoy the outdoors. Along with nature hikes, biking and fishing, why not try to
canoe in Saskatchewan
as well.
You'll find that as the prairies in the south give way to the forests of the north, a lot can be explored in the provincial parks, with outstanding camping and outdoor activities available. Saskatchewan's North has over 200,000 sq. kilometers of wilderness to see, along with 100,000 plus lakes. Manitoba
Manitoba is the place to go for wildlife viewing! Black bears, moose, and elk, as well as over 500 different species of birds are drawn here.
There's lots to see and do - from the arctic coastline in the north, to it's rivers, lakes, and forests in the interior. For the ultimate Canada adventure vacation, try a polar bear tour from Churchill. This is THE place in Canada to see polar bears in their natural habitat! Ontario
Ontario is a great place to start for a truly memorable Canadian adventure vacation. Whether you are looking to visit in the summer or winter, Ontario has a wonderful choice of outdoor getaways year-round.
In summer, there are many adventure activities to experience on both land and water. Cycling tours are available and are great for exploring the rugged shorelines of Ontario's many lakes. For an unforgettable winter adventure, try your hand at dogsledding, or scaling a frozen waterfall! Quebec
If you're into hiking, then you won't want to miss out on what's available in Quebec.
The province has over 6,000 km of hiking trails, allowing you to access breath-taking scenery by foot. For the extreme enthusiast - there are lots of challenging river-rafting excursions guaranteed to thrill. In winter, Quebec has the distinction of being one of the most popular snowmobiling destinations in the world. Why? There are over 33,000 kilometres of mapped snowmobile trails to explore! Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia offers some of the best wilderness and coastal walking trails in North America.
A Nova Scotia walking tour can be both guided and self-guided. There are a number of scenic hiking tours that you can take, whether trekking the highland trails of Cape Breton Island, or hiking at low tide on the shores of the Bay of Fundy. The Glooscap Trail offers great views of the Bay from towering seacliffs, as well as deep-forest hiking trails. Sea kayaking is also a popular activity along the province's rugged eastern shore! Prince Edward Island
How about a Canada adventure vacation on two wheels! Prince Edward Island, may be Canada's smallest province, but its a favorite destination for biking!
The Confederation Trail (part of the Trans Canada Trail), extends 280 kilometres from one end of the island to the other.
Biking the Conferation Trail is quite popular with cycling enthusiasts and many of the pathways have been upgraded! Single-day and multi-day cycling tours can be organized. New Brunswick
New Brunswick is also a good cycling destination! There are several bike routes in the province, including the highly-rated Quoddy Loop.
For the serious snowmobiler, New Brunswick, like Quebec offers a good variety of quality snowmobiling trails! Mount Carleton Provincial Park, for example, can be enjoyed year round! It's great for cyclists in the summer, and because it's roads remained unplowed in winter - it's a snowmobiler's delight! Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador have a total of 32 provincial parks and 2 national parks. Gros Morne National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site, promoting mountain biking, cross-country skiing and hiking. Spectacular fjord-viewing qualifies this park as a must-see adventure!
In Terra Nova National Park, you can enjoy over 50 kilometres of backcountry trails. Do Something Out of the Ordinary - Plan a Canada Adventure Vacation you'll Never Forget!
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