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Rainforest

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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 super, natural rainforests.

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Essential Things to Know Before Entering BC’s Bear Country

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Learn about Indigenous land stewardship, support wildlife initiatives, and discover biodiverse regions on your next trip.

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Travel the expansive rainforests of Northern Vancouver Island with K’odi Nelson of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw Nation and see how everything around...

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Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the latest health trend for good reason.

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Follow these best practices to ensure any future encounters with BC's great wildlife is respectful, safe, and sustainable.

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Phone: (250) 949-9496

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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

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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

Reopening at a new land-based location, Ocean House offers boutique accommodations overlooking a protected bay near the village of Old Massett....

Phone: (888) 602-0989

View Listing

Indigenous Culture, Sightseeing, Paddling, Hiking, Accessibility

Talaysay Tours

Talaysay Tours has been providing tours and authentic cultural experiences since 2002. We have activities, walking tours, wellness experiences 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

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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

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