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Rainforests in BC Canada

From Haida Gwaii to Stanley Park, British Columbia’s rainforests overflow with raw wilderness. Wildlife calls the rainforest home, sheltering among old-growth giants nearing 2000 years in age. Explore the stories below to see the wild that awaits in BC’s rainforests.

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Nature & Wildlife, Adventure & Outdoors

Top 5 Places to Experience the Rainforest in BC

We asked our Facebook fans for their top places in BC to experience the rainforest. Sooke, Bella Coola, Cathedral Grove, Terrace and Pacific Rim...

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Parks & Wilderness Areas, Hot Springs, Spas & Wellness, Spring, Summer, Fall

Psst—This Spa is Free

Discover the Healing Benefits of Nature in British Columbia

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Whale Watching, Wildlife Tours, Indigenous Culture, Sightseeing, Shopping, Food, Drink & Wellness, Biking, Paddling, Hiking, 1-3 Days, Summer, Hotels

Take Another Look at Metro Vancouver and Victoria This Summer

Explore these three BC cities with a fresh perspective—and find new activities and adventure around every corner.

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Wildlife Tours, Hiking

How to Visit the Great Bear Rainforest in BC: Where to Go and What to Do

Here's what you need to know before you go, including a map of the location, wildlife viewing, and where to see a Kermode (Spirit) bear.

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Vancouver Island Road Trip: Victoria to Port Hardy

5 to 7 Days / 500 km (311 mi)

Relax and rejuvenate along this coastal road trip from Victoria to northern Vancouver Island, and explore nature and wildlife along the way.

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Winter Activities, Winter

Top 5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in BC

Winter is the perfect time to explore BC, and you don’t need skis to do it.

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Parks & Wilderness Areas, Wildlife Tours, Beaches & Lakes, Food, Drink & Wellness, Adventure & Outdoors

Busy L.A. Chef Discovers the British Columbia Effect

We invited Top Chef Brooke Williamson to escape her busy life to discover what we call the British Columbia Effect.

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Parks & Wilderness Areas, Adventure & Outdoors, 7-10 Days, Summer, Fall

North Tweedsmuir Provincial Park

A City Girl's Take on Going Remote in Northern BC

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Nature & Wildlife, Adventure & Outdoors

Top 5 Places to Experience the Rainforest in BC

We asked our Facebook fans for their top places in BC to experience the rainforest. Sooke, Bella Coola, Cathedral Grove, Terrace and Pacific Rim...

Read the Article

Parks & Wilderness Areas, Hot Springs, Spas & Wellness, Spring, Summer, Fall

Psst—This Spa is Free

Discover the Healing Benefits of Nature in British Columbia

Read the Article

Whale Watching, Wildlife Tours, Indigenous Culture, Sightseeing, Shopping, Food, Drink & Wellness, Biking, Paddling, Hiking, 1-3 Days, Summer, Hotels

Take Another Look at Metro Vancouver and Victoria This Summer

Explore these three BC cities with a fresh perspective—and find new activities and adventure around every corner.

Read the Article

Wildlife Tours, Hiking

How to Visit the Great Bear Rainforest in BC: Where to Go and What to Do

Here's what you need to know before you go, including a map of the location, wildlife viewing, and where to see a Kermode (Spirit) bear.

Read the Article
Vancouver Island Road Trip: Victoria to Port Hardy

5 to 7 Days / 500 km (311 mi)

Relax and rejuvenate along this coastal road trip from Victoria to northern Vancouver Island, and explore nature and wildlife along the way.

Explore Road Trip

Winter Activities, Winter

Top 5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in BC

Winter is the perfect time to explore BC, and you don’t need skis to do it.

Read the Article

Parks & Wilderness Areas, Wildlife Tours, Beaches & Lakes, Food, Drink & Wellness, Adventure & Outdoors

Busy L.A. Chef Discovers the British Columbia Effect

We invited Top Chef Brooke Williamson to escape her busy life to discover what we call the British Columbia Effect.

Read the Article

Parks & Wilderness Areas, Adventure & Outdoors, 7-10 Days, Summer, Fall

North Tweedsmuir Provincial Park

A City Girl's Take on Going Remote in Northern BC

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Walking Through Words—by Canadian spoken word artist Shane Koyczan

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Sunshine Coast Trail | Andrew Strain

Respect the Terrain: Be AdventureSmart

Enjoy what BC has to offer by hiking with friends, paddling with family, or heading into the back country for some camping. But always be prepared before you go outdoors.

Become AdventureSmart

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3 Ways British Columbia’s Nature Can Make You Happier

Here are three ways being in nature makes us happier, and the science that proves it.

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Five Nature Hotspots Close to Downtown Vancouver

Vancouver’s location makes it easy to leave city life behind and immerse in nature. Discover rainforests, mountains, and beaches minutes from downtown.

Nature & Wildlife

What It’s Like To Go Bear-Watching in BC

Seeing bears in the wilderness is more emotional than you might think. Follow along on a boat trip into BC's Khutzeymateen Grizzly Sanctuary.

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4 Active Wildlife Adventures in BC

Here are a few great options, with tips on where and when to go in BC.

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Brag-worthy City Experiences in BC

Visit BC’s big cities this fall for memorable moments to fuel your next water cooler conversation.

Experience Providers

Whale Watching, Wildlife Tours, Sightseeing, Paddling, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Khutzeymateen Wilderness Lodge

Come to the northern edge of the Great Bear Rainforest on British Columbias north coast, to the Khutzeymateen. Here, within the traditional...

Phone: (250) 641-0957

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Indigenous Culture, Hotels, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Ocean House at Tlaga Gawtlaas

Escape to the northern edge of Haida Gwaii and experience the charm of nearby Old Massett, North Beach and Naikoon Provincial Park. Relax in Ocean...

Phone: (888) 602-0989

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Indigenous Culture, Sightseeing, Paddling, Hiking

Talaysay Tours

Talaysay Tours has been providing tours and authentic cultural experiences since 2002. We have activities, tours and experiences for all ages and...

Phone: (604) 628-8555

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Backcountry Skiing, Hiking, Cabins & Cottages

Wells Gray Adventures

Simple, comfortable accommodation used to access spectacular alpine hiking in Wells Gray Park. Composting toilets, solar power and hike in access...

Phone: (888) 754-8735

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Rainforest

Explore travel Ideas in BC’s unique rainforests.

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Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Great Bear Lodge

Great Bear Lodge is located 50 air miles from Port Hardy, British Columbia. The fully self-contained floating lodge is situated at an outstanding...

Phone: (250) 949-9496

View Listing

Wildlife Tours, Indigenous Culture, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Spirit Bear Lodge

Experience an ancient culture, spectacular wildlife viewing, stunning landscapes and reconnect with nature. Immerse yourself in true wilderness on...

Phone: (250) 339-5644

View Listing

Cabins & Cottages, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort is a comfortably designed, exclusive eco resort located on an uninhabited island in the heart of Desolation Sound,...

Phone: (604) 483-2160

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Whale Watching, Wildlife Tours, Sightseeing, Paddling, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Khutzeymateen Wilderness Lodge

Come to the northern edge of the Great Bear Rainforest on British Columbias north coast, to the Khutzeymateen. Here, within the traditional...

Phone: (250) 641-0957

View Listing

Indigenous Culture, Hotels, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Ocean House at Tlaga Gawtlaas

Escape to the northern edge of Haida Gwaii and experience the charm of nearby Old Massett, North Beach and Naikoon Provincial Park. Relax in Ocean...

Phone: (888) 602-0989

View Listing

Indigenous Culture, Sightseeing, Paddling, Hiking

Talaysay Tours

Talaysay Tours has been providing tours and authentic cultural experiences since 2002. We have activities, tours and experiences for all ages and...

Phone: (604) 628-8555

View Listing

Backcountry Skiing, Hiking, Cabins & Cottages

Wells Gray Adventures

Simple, comfortable accommodation used to access spectacular alpine hiking in Wells Gray Park. Composting toilets, solar power and hike in access...

Phone: (888) 754-8735

View Listing
Rainforest

Explore travel Ideas in BC’s unique rainforests.

View Listing

Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Great Bear Lodge

Great Bear Lodge is located 50 air miles from Port Hardy, British Columbia. The fully self-contained floating lodge is situated at an outstanding...

Phone: (250) 949-9496

View Listing

Wildlife Tours, Indigenous Culture, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Spirit Bear Lodge

Experience an ancient culture, spectacular wildlife viewing, stunning landscapes and reconnect with nature. Immerse yourself in true wilderness on...

Phone: (250) 339-5644

View Listing

Cabins & Cottages, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort is a comfortably designed, exclusive eco resort located on an uninhabited island in the heart of Desolation Sound,...

Phone: (604) 483-2160

View Listing
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