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.
There is something for everyone when one makes a visit to the islands, whether it before cultural, relaxation, or adventure reasons. However, you should be aware that you will need a fair amount of transportation to get around whether by water or by land when going around. Although you may want to do a lot of hiking, there will come a time wherein you may need a boat or a bicycle to get through some areas.
For those that want to visit the island to fully soak up the local Haida culture, one should budget about four days tops. This is about the average amount of time for one to visit each local community and get immersed in the local culture by visiting workshops of bent wood, totem poles and many others. Totem poles, also unique to the area, are actual records of histories of the families in the islands.
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.
Many hiking trails and organized land tours are also available. What is interesting is a guided tree climbing tour for the adventure minded, something quite novel for a land tour. After a long hike, most hikers take a relaxing walk through the many beautiful beaches around the area. Those who are not inclined to walk can also bike around the island on mountain bikes.
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.
There is no best time to visit this hidden secret of British Columbia, in fact anytime is the best time for winters are not so cold and summers are fairly temperate. In fact anytime is a good time. So pack your bags and enjoy what many others have enjoyed before you and charter your next tour and travel package to Haida Gwaii.
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.
There is something for everyone when one makes a visit to the islands, whether it before cultural, relaxation, or adventure reasons. However, you should be aware that you will need a fair amount of transportation to get around whether by water or by land when going around. Although you may want to do a lot of hiking, there will come a time wherein you may need a boat or a bicycle to get through some areas.
For those that want to visit the island to fully soak up the local Haida culture, one should budget about four days tops. This is about the average amount of time for one to visit each local community and get immersed in the local culture by visiting workshops of bent wood, totem poles and many others. Totem poles, also unique to the area, are actual records of histories of the families in the islands.
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.
Many hiking trails and organized land tours are also available. What is interesting is a guided tree climbing tour for the adventure minded, something quite novel for a land tour. After a long hike, most hikers take a relaxing walk through the many beautiful beaches around the area. Those who are not inclined to walk can also bike around the island on mountain bikes.
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.
There is no best time to visit this hidden secret of British Columbia, in fact anytime is the best time for winters are not so cold and summers are fairly temperate. In fact anytime is a good time. So pack your bags and enjoy what many others have enjoyed before you and charter your next tour and travel package to Haida Gwaii.
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