Occupying most of North America, Canada is the second largest country in the world in terms of area. Its fusion of British, French and indigenous Canadian influences give this country its diverse and multicultural nature that attracts so many travelers each year.
Perhaps Canada’s most outstanding attractions are its unparalleled natural beauty and spectacular wilderness. From the commanding Rocky Mountains to the magnificent Banff and Jasper National Parks.
So, from emerging cities to wilderness that’s ideal for spotting bears and other wildlife, Canada truly offers a wealth of adventure vacation options and experiences, some of which are detailed below.
1. Horseback riding in British Columbia: Follow game trails, cross rivers, and enjoy al fresco lunches with the best views in the world. There are panoramic views, turquoise-green glaciers, snow caves and abundant wildlife including ibex, bighorn sheep, mule deer, elk, wolves, brown and black bears. Hike the mountaintop passes and experience wide U-shaped valleys with their patchwork of wildflowers, wild hay meadows and mineral licks from big game.
2. See Polar Bears in Churchill: Churchill, the ‘Polar Bear Capital of the World’, is the only human settlement where you can see polar bears in the wild and is located right on the bears’ migratory path. This is perhaps the ultimate in adventure travel in Canada.
3. Watch for Whales, Porpoises, and Dolphins: In the summer months, wildlife is prolific here, with June through August being prime months for spotting humpback whales, orcas, Dall’s porpoises, and Pacific white-sided dolphins.
This is just the tip of the iceberg, for more adventure travel in Canada you will have to travel there to experience it for yourself.