Exciting Reasons Why You Should Take Haida Gwaii Tours

By Ida Dorsey


Formerly called Queen Charlotte Islands, Haida Gwaii is the most remote archipelago in Canada. Haida Gwaii tours offer many of the known island pleasures including those of fishing, sailing, photography, beach combing, hiking and many other island adventures. Tours in Haida primarily focus on the wildlife rich islands and water activities. A number of tour operators provide cruises and complete packages for outings in this spectacular area.

There are tours available throughout the year due to the superb climate and variety of outdoor land based activities. Most tour providers also take care of all accommodation and other needs. They also offer rentals of kayaks, bikes and gear.

Lodges are also plentiful, and tourists flock there. Any equipment such as kayaks, canoes, camping gear and more can also be quickly hired. There are plenty of operators with multiple packages. Their websites provide all that one needs to know and also include stories from people who have visited as well as videos of the places.

These islands are also the only in the area that feature surfing and water adventure activities. Other active sports include those using different types of small boats and also sailing. Fishing and dolphin watching are some of the more passive activities. Outdoor land activities on the islands include treks, hikes and walks through trails in the forest. Scanning the beaches for wildlife is also a favorite activity. There are plenty of tours for sightseeing the exotic areas as well. These land activities are also very fresh and exciting given the striking natural beauty.

As these islands have remained separated from the central regions, the ecology has adapted and evolved in a contrasting manner. The area has plenty of sea eagles, mountain goats, birds, dolphins and whales and many crustaceans and rare species. Sea animals in the area are dense, so much so that it is argued whether this is the richest area in the Pacific. The islands present a wonderful opportunity to observe these animals in their natural and indigenous surroundings.

The islands are rich in heritage and in culture and arts. Gwaii Haanas is a much known protected heritage site in the islands. This site also is a natural hot spring island. There are galleries and museums where one can experience the richness of the cultures. Festivals and events are also common in the islands. Music, dance, theater, and community activities happen across all seasons.

As with accommodation, food options are also abundant in Haida. There are many restaurants, shops selling coffee and bakeries. Exquisite wineries and breweries are also present. Many lodges cater to the many tourists who arrive here. Camping sites are also plentiful. With over a hundred and fifty islands in the area, there is a lot of exploration to be done. However, just two of these islands have roads and the rest need to be visited with the help of a ferry or seaplanes.

These exotic Canadian islands are an excellent destination for adventure and nature enthusiasts. Haida tours are not meant just for the adventure enthusiast, but also offer many activities and opportunities to ecologists, wildlife lovers and even everyday people on a holiday. The rich culture and heritage of the area, coupled with the natural exquisiteness of the island makes it a much sought after holiday destination.




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