Highlights of Canada
- Spot beluga whales in Seal River
- For the ultimate wildlife experience, visit Seal River Heritage Lodge, a remote wilderness setting where it is possible to see wild polar bears roaming the tundra and beluga whales congregating by the thousands.
- Spot beluga whales in Seal River
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- View the polar bears in Churchill
- Seeing polar bears sparring or a mother and cub play from the safety of a Tundra Buggy is a truely unique wildlife experience. Travel during early November to see the bears when they are most active.
- View the polar bears in Churchill
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- Watch black bears in Riding Mountain National Park
- An island of wilderness situtated in the middle of the vast Manitoba prairies, Riding Mountain National Park is one of the best places in Canada to see black bears in the wild.
- Watch black bears in Riding Mountain National Park
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- Visit the icebergs from St Anthony
- Every summer, icebergs drift south from the Greenland Ice Shelf and lodge themselves into the rocky inlets and bays of the north-east Newfoundland coast. Take a boat trip out from St Anthony for a closer look at their fantastic shapes and colours.
- Visit the icebergs from St Anthony
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- Visit Signal Hill in St John's
- Spend a day wandering around the steep streets of multi-coloured wooden houses. Enjoy the glimpses of sparking ocean beyond, and walk up to Signal Hill, site of the first transatlantic wireless signal sent by Marconi in 1901.
- Visit Signal Hill in St John's
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- Spot moose in La Gaspésie
- The Gaspé Peninsula is a hidden gem that is still largely undiscovered by tourism. The chance encounter with a blue whale or the more reliable sighting of a moose make this a great wilderness destination.
- Spot moose in La Gaspésie
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- Attend the Festival of New France in Québec
- The Festival of New France takes place in August each year and fills the streets of Old Quebec with costumed participants, traditional foods and colourful markets.
- Attend the Festival of New France in Québec
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- Cycle around Stanley Park in Vancouver
- No visit to Western Canada's premier city is complete without a restorative walk or cycle around Stanley Park. Complete with aquarium, totem poles, rose gardens and sandy beaches, it has something for everyone.
- Cycle around Stanley Park in Vancouver
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- Enjoy the scenery of the Icefields Parkway
- One of the most spectacular drives in Canada, don't miss the 235km stretch between Lake Louise and Jasper. In between the stunning glacial lakes, icefields, waterfalls and viewpoints at every turn, don't forgot to watch out for wildlife.
- Enjoy the scenery of the Icefields Parkway
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- Explore the Pacific Rim National Park
- Spanning the Pacific Coast of Vancouver Island, the Pacific Rim National Park is a rugged forest landscape encapsulating the small communties of Tofino and Ucluelet. The atmosphere changes daily here and a stormy day can be just as appealing as a calm sunny day.
- Explore the Pacific Rim National Park
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Our country specialists have travelled the length and breadth of Canada - here are a few of their favourite things to do
Canada, with more than nine million square kilometres, is the second largest country on earth.
Spanning six time zones, it takes as long to fly from one end of the country to the other as it does to fly to the east coast from the UK.
Canada's sheer size and diversity
The cosmopolitan cities are safe and clean, the people incredibly friendly, and Canadians take a real pride in their beautiful environment. Due to its vastness, the climate and terrain varies from the ice-capped wilderness of the high Arctic to the sun-drenched vineyards of the Okanagan Valley and the salty tang of the sea in the Maritime Provinces.
First Nations culture
Canada has a population of 33 million, one of the lowest population densities in the world, and in many regions the wildlife vastly outnumbers the human population. In recent years the country has experienced a resurgence of indigenous First Nations culture which, coupled with early European settler history, combines to form a fascinating insight into a by-gone age.
Canada is the land of monumental mountains and countless sparkling lakes and is home to one of the last true wildernesses making it a truly inspirational destination to discover.
Popular Places to visit in Canada
British Columbia, Alberta & The Rockies
The small town of Banff is dominated by the towering mountains of Banff National Park. Activities include walking, horse riding, mountain biking, canoeing and rafting.
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Canada's Arctic, the Yukon & Prairie Provinces
Few places in Canada evoke such a strong sense of history as Dawson City, now registered as a National Historic Site. Experience the wooden boardwalks, historic saloons and wooden houses.
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British Columbia, Alberta & The Rockies
Jasper lies at the heart of the stunning Jasper National Park. Though it is small enough to walk around, it offers every amenity with plenty of restaurants, bars and shops.
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Canada's Arctic, the Yukon & Prairie Provinces
The little town of Churchill is situated in northern Manitoba on the edge of Hudson Bay. It is probably the best place in the world for polar bear spotting.
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Ontario & Québec
One of the natural wonders of the world, Niagara Falls never fails to impress. You can get even closed to the falls from either a boat or helicopter trip.
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Atlantic Canada
Lunenburg is one of Nova Scotia’s most historic towns, and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It captivates visitors with its colourful waterfront, narrow streets and old wooden buildings.
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Ontario & Québec
Ottawa is steeped in tradition which manifests itself in the magnificent Parliament buildings, the Governor-General’s residence and the many parks and gardens.
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Ontario & Québec
Unique in North America, Québec is the continent’s only walled city, which has now been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A walking tour is a good way to explore and learn about its history.
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British Columbia, Alberta & The Rockies
This cosmopolitan city basks in a glorious natural setting, surrounded by the Coast Mountains. It has some of Canada’s finest restaurants, shops, entertainment and museums.
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British Columbia, Alberta & The Rockies
The small town of Tofino lies at the centre of Clayoquot Sound on Vancouver Island’s Pacific coast. It's great hiking country and is famous for the annual migration of some 20,000 grey whales close to the shore.
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Practical Info
Flight time from UK
Between 5.5 and 11 hours
Timezone
GMT -3.5 to 8 hours
Other countries in Canada & Alaska:
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