One of the best kept secrets to wind down and relax, and have a bit of adventure too, exists in the northern coast of British Columbia. The place is called Haida Gwaii, and is an archipelago that is just a two hour plane ride away from Vancouver. Due to its near location, many have started to discover and enjoy this hidden travel wonder through many Haida Gwaii adventure tours and travel packages available today.
The islands are the home for the Haida people, who are also the inhabitants of a large area of Alaska. The archipelago was originally named for the ship of Captain Dixon, the person who first surveyed the island, the Queen Charlotte. They were known before as the Queen Charlotte Islands. Now they are respectfully named again for its people, and named Haida Gwaii, which literally means Islands of the Haida.
Whether one's taste be for relaxation, adventure or plain cultural immersion, one will be quite fulfilled when going there. It should be noted that one needs various forms of transportation when going through an extensive trip of the island, as there will be need for land and water craft on varying occasions. In fact apart from walking, many may need to take either boats, bicycles or even kayaks to get around.
Those who want to absorb and experience the local cultural heritage will need about four days to do so. This is about the right amount of time if one wants to visit each and every one of the communities and go through the local art stores, museums and craft shops. It is also of note to visit the many totem poles erected by the various families to highlight their own histories.
Whale watching can best be done from the vicinity of the islands and is touted as probably the best area for whale watching at close distances. Those who want to watch gray whales are best advised to do so in the months of March and April while those who are fans of the killer whale should watch these whales in the months of May to September. Humpbacks can also be seen in the area almost the whole year round.
Those who are die hard hikers will be spoilt for choice with the divers amount of hiking trails and tours available. Hiking tours are led by local tour guides and there is even a unique land and hiking tour that includes a tree climbing tour! Some would prefer to take mountain bikes to explore the area. In the end however, most like to relax and take a stroll on the expansive beaches around.
For those who would like to do something less physical, there are plenty of places for fishing around the kayaking routes. There are also plenty of places to just chill out and lounge. There is definitely something for anyone regardless of physical prowess or bent.
Anytime is the best time to visit this hidden haven of British Columbia. The weather is always inviting with fairly mild winters and not so hot summers. So take the decision that many others have taken before you and go off to the land of the adventure!
The islands are the home for the Haida people, who are also the inhabitants of a large area of Alaska. The archipelago was originally named for the ship of Captain Dixon, the person who first surveyed the island, the Queen Charlotte. They were known before as the Queen Charlotte Islands. Now they are respectfully named again for its people, and named Haida Gwaii, which literally means Islands of the Haida.
Whether one's taste be for relaxation, adventure or plain cultural immersion, one will be quite fulfilled when going there. It should be noted that one needs various forms of transportation when going through an extensive trip of the island, as there will be need for land and water craft on varying occasions. In fact apart from walking, many may need to take either boats, bicycles or even kayaks to get around.
Those who want to absorb and experience the local cultural heritage will need about four days to do so. This is about the right amount of time if one wants to visit each and every one of the communities and go through the local art stores, museums and craft shops. It is also of note to visit the many totem poles erected by the various families to highlight their own histories.
Whale watching can best be done from the vicinity of the islands and is touted as probably the best area for whale watching at close distances. Those who want to watch gray whales are best advised to do so in the months of March and April while those who are fans of the killer whale should watch these whales in the months of May to September. Humpbacks can also be seen in the area almost the whole year round.
Those who are die hard hikers will be spoilt for choice with the divers amount of hiking trails and tours available. Hiking tours are led by local tour guides and there is even a unique land and hiking tour that includes a tree climbing tour! Some would prefer to take mountain bikes to explore the area. In the end however, most like to relax and take a stroll on the expansive beaches around.
For those who would like to do something less physical, there are plenty of places for fishing around the kayaking routes. There are also plenty of places to just chill out and lounge. There is definitely something for anyone regardless of physical prowess or bent.
Anytime is the best time to visit this hidden haven of British Columbia. The weather is always inviting with fairly mild winters and not so hot summers. So take the decision that many others have taken before you and go off to the land of the adventure!
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