Canada Wildlife Holidays

Covering thousands of square miles, its wilderness areas make Canada wildlife holidays an almost unbelievable experience. Delve into the forests of British Columbia for face-to-face encounters with grizzly, black and even spirit (Kermode) bears. Stand among its river landscapes for sightings of otters, eagles and spawning salmon. Take to its ocean waters and humpback whales, orca and sea lions are a very real possibility.

From some of the largest grizzlies around to the smallest artic hares, Canada has a wealth of wildlife spotting opportunities. Perhaps we should not be that surprised, given Canada is home to no less than 47 national parks and reserves.

Together, they occupy 130,000 square miles of some of Earth’s most pristine habitats. Clear river waters cut through untouched temperate rainforest on their way to oceans and seas equally rich in life. Come to Canada without wildlife spotting, and you are missing out on the country’s finest treasure.

Tucked among the peaks of the Bella Coola Valley in British Columbia, Tweedsmuir Park Lodge is just one option. It sits right in the heart of grizzly bear territory. Meanwhile, Spirit Bear Lodge is the best option for sighting the population of these bears. They number between just 50 and 150 animals.

Alternatively, relax among the still waters of Clayoquot Sound at Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge on Vancouver Island. Accessible only by seaplane, it is another wilderness escape with top-rated accommodation and world-renowned vistas. Equally impressive is Sonora Resort, where a masterful spa is an additional luxury.

The coastal locations of Farewell Harbour Lodge and Knight Inlet Lodge combine encounters with foraging grizzlies with breaching humpbacks and playful orca. Similarly, Nimmo Bay Resort provides exquisite Canada wildlife spotting on the Pacific whether your focus is land or sea.