The raging torrents of the Fraser River. The celestial-blue waters of Gros Morne’s fjords. The maple tree-lined slopes of Algonquin Provincial Park… These are just some of Canada’s primal landscapes you can explore easily via its gateway cities.
With the expertise of our specialists — who’ve explored beyond Canada’s well-known sights —you can follow in the footsteps of intrepid explorers, carving your own adventure among the wilds.
We’ve chosen our finest stays for connecting you with Canada’s great outdoors. You might make yourself at home in a mountainside cabin primed for seeing the northern lights, or at a Klahoose First Nation-owned lodge in the heart of bear country. And, for more inspiration, browse our trip ideas as a starting point, which we can shape around your passions and how you like to travel.
Trip ideas for exploring Canada's wilds
Whether you want to look for grizzlies in Khutzeymateen Provincial Park, go white-water rafting on the Kootenay River, or spot whales in Saguenay Fjord, our trip ideas are your starting point for uncovering Canada’s natural highlights.
Stays in the Canadian wilderness
We’ve handpicked a collection of Canada stays designed for budding explorers — think remote inns ideally located for witnessing the northern lights, converted lighthouses where you can gaze out across the waves, and lakeside lodges with canoes at the ready.
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Repère Boréal
This collection of unique accommodation provides a natural escape from the cities and a chance to breathe in the fresh, coastal air. The modern conveniences and furnishings ensure a comfortable stay, and the Nordic spa is a welcome addition to unwind at the end of the day.
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Killarney Mountain Lodge
Killarney Mountain Lodge is a casual, comfortable resort on the north shore of Georgian Bay. There are a selection of cabins and rooms to act as your base for exploring the park.
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Quirpon Lighthouse Inn
Switch off from modern life at this heritage lighthouse dating from 1920s. Set on an uninhabited islet off Newfoundland's north coast, it has ten comfortable rooms and offers unrivalled views of passing whales and icebergs.
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La Reata Ranch
Experience Canada’s authentic cowboy country at La Reata Ranch, located within thousands of acres of vast prarieland.
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Klahoose Wilderness Resort
Klahoose Wilderness Resort is an indigenous owned lodge located on the remote, pristine waters of Homfray Channel in the peaceful Desolation Sound, a traditional territory of the Klahoose Nation. The lodge enjoys a prime spot for bear and whale watching accompanied by an immersion into Klahoose First Nations culture.
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Northern Lights Resort & Spa
Northern Lights Report & Spa, in the picturesque Yukon River valley, is designed to make the most of its impressive views of the aurora borealis. With a focus on wellbeing and indulgence, it also offers healthy meals and basic spa treatments.
Travel guides to inspire your Canada trip
Adventure comes in many forms. Our expert travel guides, based on our specialists’ own experiences, can give you a taste of how yours might take shape, whether you’d like to heli-hike to a remote glacier or focus on encountering Canada’s dynamic cast of wildlife.
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Top 10 hidden highlights of Canada Top 10 hidden highlights of Canada
Top 10 hidden highlights of Canada
Everyone’s heard of Canada’s lakes and mountains, but how about its vineyards, Badlands, prairies, and sand dunes? We share ten ways to experience a different side to the country, from fossil hunting and wine tasting to lighthouse and ranch stays.
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Active holidays in Canada: our pick of experiences Active holidays in Canada: our pick of experiences
Active holidays in Canada: our pick of experiences
Hiking among mountains, rafting along rushing rivers, and spotting bears by land and water — the lure of the outdoors, whether in wilderness or a city, makes it almost impossible not to have an active trip when in Canada. We share our top active experiences.
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Wildlife holidays in Canada, Alaska & the Arctic Wildlife holidays in Canada, Alaska & the Arctic
Wildlife holidays in Canada, Alaska & the Arctic
We list here what we think are the most 'iconic' wildlife you can see in Canada, Alaska and the Arctic. We detail some interesting facts and figures about each type, plus of course, the best places and times to see them.
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