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Beautiful British Columbia<br />
Home to some of the most diverse and beautiful<br />
scenery in the world, British Columbia is a joy to<br />
visit and a destination in its own right. Pristine<br />
havens for wildlife and vast rolling forests compete<br />
with dynamic cities and a plethora of activities.<br />
This itinerary includes them all.<br />
Orcas in the Johnstone Strait<br />
Day 1<br />
Day 2<br />
Day 3<br />
Day 4<br />
Day 5<br />
Day 6<br />
Day 7<br />
Day 8<br />
Day 9<br />
From Vancouver travel with your hire<br />
car on the ferry to Vancouver Island.<br />
Spend a full day exploring Victoria.<br />
Drive north to Campbell River,<br />
famous for its salmon fishing.<br />
Depart by float-plane for Knight Inlet,<br />
a coastal wilderness fjord.<br />
Spend the whole day watching<br />
grizzly bears and other wildlife in this<br />
pristine natural environment.<br />
Return to Campbell River by floatplane,<br />
then drive north to Port Hardy.<br />
Board the Inside Passage ferry from<br />
Port Hardy to Prince Rupert.<br />
Take a full day trip to<br />
Khutzeymateen Park to see grizzly<br />
bears and other wildlife.<br />
Drive from Prince Rupert to<br />
Smithers for your overnight stay.<br />
Great Bear Lodge<br />
GREAT BEAR LODGE,<br />
GREAT BEAR RAINFOREST<br />
Accessed by float-plane or water-taxi from Port<br />
Hardy, Great Bear Lodge offers one of the most<br />
unique and personal bear viewing experiences in<br />
Canada. Surrounded by the Great Bear Rainforest<br />
of western British Columbia, this is a quiet<br />
sanctuary where you can view, photograph and<br />
understand bears in the wild. A significant grizzly<br />
bear population lives here, feeding on coastal<br />
sedges and grasses. Guest numbers are limited to<br />
just ten at any one time, making the experience<br />
highly personal and very informative with the<br />
chance to feel truly at one with nature. Guides<br />
are trained biologists and experts on grizzly bears<br />
and the other flora and fauna of the Nekite<br />
Valley. Each day two bear viewing sessions are<br />
tailored to nature’s schedule, observing grizzlies<br />
when they are most active but also seeing black<br />
bears, otters, pine martins, mink and bald eagles.<br />
Optional activities include interpretive hikes<br />
with a naturalist, boat cruises or sea kayaking.<br />
Cuisine is of the highest standard with fresh<br />
organic ingredients. Accommodation is in a<br />
two-storey floating lodge with just five bedrooms,<br />
each with a private bathroom, whilst hot showers<br />
are located on the main floor along with a<br />
congenial sitting room with a fireplace, a library,<br />
and natural wood decks: perfect to sip a glass of<br />
wine in this natural Eden.<br />
Quarterdeck Inn<br />
Whale Watching<br />
at Telegraph Cove<br />
The calm, protected waters of Johnstone Strait<br />
on the northeast coast of Vancouver Island are<br />
widely acknowledged as the most accessible and<br />
predictable location to see orcas (killer whales) in<br />
the world. Comfortable 20 metre vessels, fitted<br />
with heated seating areas and toilets, cruise these<br />
waters using hydrophones to track the larger<br />
pods – and allow guests to listen to their ethereal<br />
song. Trained naturalists are on hand to explain<br />
the life of orcas as well as the porpoises, Pacific<br />
white-sided dolphins, sealions and seals that are<br />
also often seen.<br />
QUARTERDECK INN,<br />
PORT HARDY<br />
This modern hotel with 40 deluxe ocean-view<br />
rooms and suites is just minutes away from the<br />
B.C. Ferries Inside Passage ferry terminal, with<br />
views of Port Hardy’s inner harbour. The hotel<br />
offers a sauna, hot tub, fitness centre and the<br />
popular Quarterdeck Pub. The marina is situated<br />
directly in front of the hotel – sheltered waters<br />
that are a popular haven for many Pacific<br />
mariners travelling between California and Alaska.<br />
Day 10<br />
Day 11<br />
Day 12<br />
Day 13<br />
Day 14<br />
Day 15<br />
Day 16<br />
Continue your drive eastwards to<br />
Prince George past wilderness<br />
forests and lakes.<br />
Head south following the Fraser River<br />
valley for a three night stay on a ranch.<br />
Spend a full day taking part in the<br />
many activities such as horse riding,<br />
walking and fishing.<br />
Enjoy another full day at the ranch.<br />
Your drive today takes you to the<br />
mountain village of Whistler.<br />
The day is yours to explore<br />
Whistler – try the many activities<br />
or visit the shops and restaurants.<br />
A short but scenic drive takes you<br />
along the Sea to Sky Highway back<br />
to Vancouver.<br />
TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL<br />
Our private tailor-made journeys offer<br />
complete freedom of choice. The itineraries and<br />
accommodation shown are designed to give you a<br />
flavour of what is possible and can be tailored to suit<br />
your preferences. Prices vary according to selected<br />
accommodation and season, please telephone us<br />
to discuss your individual requirements.<br />
British Columbia: Canada<br />
Telephone: 01993 838 700<br />
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