Friday, November 21, 2014

Learn More About Haida Gwaii Tours And Why It Is An Attractive Place To Visit

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.

Gwaii has an excellent climate and presents a range of outdoor activities. It is possible to have a tour at any time of the year. It is very easy to obtain accommodation from the tour operators themselves, or to rent some camping gear also easily available on the islands.

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.

Tour operators provide outdoor based activities like sightseeing, and of course, water based activities. Water based activities include sailing, boating, cruises, kayaking and canoeing. Water sports, surfing activities, whale watching and of course, fishing. Outdoor based activities include hiking, walking and beach combing. Sightseeing tours include wildlife viewing and visiting heritage sites. The forest trails are exquisite and covered in greenery. The walks and hikes turn out to be enchanting with a variety of flora and fauna in the region.

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 have a rich history and cultural heritage. There is a protected heritage site which is also a hot spring occurring naturally. Galleries and museums have the culture on display with aboriginal art. Many festivals and events occur through different seasons and traditions are kept alive by an active community.

Scattered across the islands are many bakeries, wineries, restaurants, coffee shops, and even a brewery pub. There is no dearth of accommodation with a number of lodges and camping sites across the islands. There are over one hundred and fifty islands scattered in the region, but only two of the biggest islands, have roads and each also has a visitor center. Other areas need to be accessed by plane or ferry.

The beautiful islands of Gwaii prove to be a prime destination for nature lovers and adventurers. Haida tours, with a plethora of activities and beauty, offer an unusual treat and exciting opportunities to wildlife appreciators, ecologists, adventure lovers and even normal people holidaying. The exotic nature and diversity of the islands makes it an enchanting destination to travel to.




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