dimanche 30 novembre 2014

Exciting Reasons Why You Should Take Haida Gwaii Tours

By Ida Dorsey


Formerly called Queen Charlotte Islands, Haida Gwaii is the most remote archipelago in Canada. Haida Gwaii tours offer many of the known island pleasures including those of fishing, sailing, photography, beach combing, hiking and many other island adventures. Tours in Haida primarily focus on the wildlife rich islands and water activities. A number of tour operators provide cruises and complete packages for outings in this spectacular area.

Thanks to the spectacular climate and a broad group of activities, the islands can be toured throughout the year. Accommodation is easy to find, and camping is also a prime activity in these areas. All gear and equipment can be rented from operators who cater to most needs.

Popularly hired items include camping gear, vehicles and small boats, canoes and kayaks among many more. More information on tour packages and specific activities included can be obtained online. Operators also usually feature videos of the area showcasing activities and featuring previous tourist experiences.

Tour operators provide outdoor based activities like sightseeing, and of course, water based activities. Water based activities include sailing, boating, cruises, kayaking and canoeing. Water sports, surfing activities, whale watching and of course, fishing. Outdoor based activities include hiking, walking and beach combing. Sightseeing tours include wildlife viewing and visiting heritage sites. The forest trails are exquisite and covered in greenery. The walks and hikes turn out to be enchanting with a variety of flora and fauna in the region.

The islands have been largely separated from the central regions for quite some time, and this has led ecology to adapt and evolve in a manner different than that of the mainland. Wildlife in the area is brimming with sea eagles, birds, bears, goats, and sea creatures like dolphins and whales and some other rarer species. The sea animals are densely populated here, and it is debated if this area is the densest on the entire planet. Ecologists and tourists have a wonderful chance to watch wild animals in their ecological habitat.

The islands are rich in heritage and in culture and arts. Gwaii Haanas is a much known protected heritage site in the islands. This site also is a natural hot spring island. There are galleries and museums where one can experience the richness of the cultures. Festivals and events are also common in the islands. Music, dance, theater, and community activities happen across all seasons.

Scattered across the islands are many bakeries, wineries, restaurants, coffee shops, and even a brewery pub. There is no dearth of accommodation with a number of lodges and camping sites across the islands. There are over one hundred and fifty islands scattered in the region, but only two of the biggest islands, have roads and each also has a visitor center. Other areas need to be accessed by plane or ferry.

The beautiful islands of Gwaii prove to be a prime destination for nature lovers and adventurers. Haida tours, with a plethora of activities and beauty, offer an unusual treat and exciting opportunities to wildlife appreciators, ecologists, adventure lovers and even normal people holidaying. The exotic nature and diversity of the islands makes it an enchanting destination to travel to.




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