Kayaking in search of breaching orcas in the Great Bear Rainforest’s sheltered inlets. Waking up in a sturdy canvas tent, surrounded by the quietude of Clayoquot Sound. Following freshly made tracks across Jasper’s fir forests with Joe, your Métis guide, and stopping to watch an elk emerge in a sun-bathed clearing…
From Lake Louise and the Rocky Mountains to windswept shorelines along the Pacific Ocean, Western Canada is peppered with popular natural landmarks — and they’re certainly worth a visit — but we know there’s more to uncover in the wilderness beyond. Our specialists have travelled widely across British Columbia and Alberta and can help you plan a trip that takes you further. Whether you want to spot little-seen wildlife, interact with Indigenous cultures, or embrace the raw beauty of far-flung reaches, your specialist will get to know you so they can create a trip that plays to your passions.
Our trip ideas for exploring Western Canada
Western Canada is prime for exploration, and our trip ideas are a starting point for uncovering the region’s highlights and the wilderness beyond. When it comes to your own trip, how you explore, and where you go, is yours to define.
Our best-loved stays in Western Canada’s wilderness
A waterside eco-resort accessible only by seaplane, forest cabins decorated with Indigenous Métis motifs, and a lodge flanked by the sheer peaks of the Rocky Mountains… We share our stand-out stays across Western Canada that bring you closer to nature.
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Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge
Located on the remote fringes of Vancouver Island, this glamping resort offers a wilderness escape. You’ll stay in safari-style luxury tents among old-growth temperate rainforest, and have access to a range of outdoor activities, including horse riding, fishing and outdoor yoga.
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Cross River Cabins
Cross River Cabins are a real find. Located in a spectacular area of Kootenay National Park, they offer a great blend of adventure and relaxation, together with warm hospitality from the owners, Rob Patenaude, his wife Marilyn and their son Troy.
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Logden Lodge
Logden Lodge is a collection of cabins set in the forest built from local wood. The cabins offer privacy, flexibility and comfort for your stay in the Kootenay region.
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Kilmorey Lodge
Kilmorey Lodge sits on the edge of Waterton Lake, surrounded by mountains. The lodge provides a comfortable base with historic touches and warm hospitality.
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Moraine Lake Lodge
A tranquil retreat surrounded by the stunning beauty of the iridescent Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks.
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Off Our Rockies Bed and Breakfast
Off Our Rockies is a well located bed and breakfast, in the small town of Canmore, offering a quaint stay surrounded by mountain peaks and lush forests.
More inspiration for your trip to Western Canada
Based on our specialists’ own experiences, our travel guides offer a glimpse into what your trip to Western Canada might look like. Whether you’re interested in Indigenous culture in Haida Gwaii or want to know the best time to spot Jasper’s wildlife, take a look to spark inspiration.
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