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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.

Nature & Wildlife

Top 5 Places to Experience the Rainforest in BC

Here are five places to experience the unique ecosystem that is the temperate rainforest.

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Parks & Wilderness Areas, Hiking, Spring, Summer, Fall

On the Edge of Wilderness: 6 Soothing Forest Walks near Vancouver

Here are some of the top spots to experience forest bathing near Vancouver.

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

What the Heck is Forest Bathing? 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Shinrin-Yoku in BC

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

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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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Camping, Parks & Wilderness Areas, Wildlife Tours, Indigenous Culture, Food, Drink & Wellness, 1-3 Days, 4-6 Days, Spring, Summer, Fall

Discover British Columbia through the eyes of Top Chef Brooke Williamson

Experience nature's healing power in BC. A custom itinerary inspired by Top Chef Brooke Williamson’s transformative visit.

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Discover the East Coast of Vancouver Island

5 to 7 Days / 500 km (311 mi)

Relax and rejuvenate along this coastal road trip
from Victoria to Port Hardy.

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10 Lesser-Known Things to do
Along the Sea-to-Sky Highway

Travel off the beaten path when you journey along the Sea-to-Sky Highway from Vancouver to Lillooet.

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Nature & Wildlife, Attractions & Sightseeing, Spas & Wellness, Accommodation

Unforgettable Places in BC to Restore Your Energy This Year

Want to recharge? Here are unique accommodations in BC that are sure to restore your energy.

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Nature & Wildlife

Top 5 Places to Experience the Rainforest in BC

Here are five places to experience the unique ecosystem that is the temperate rainforest.

Read the Article

Parks & Wilderness Areas, Hiking, Spring, Summer, Fall

On the Edge of Wilderness: 6 Soothing Forest Walks near Vancouver

Here are some of the top spots to experience forest bathing near Vancouver.

Read the Article

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

What the Heck is Forest Bathing? 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Shinrin-Yoku in BC

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

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

Camping, Parks & Wilderness Areas, Wildlife Tours, Indigenous Culture, Food, Drink & Wellness, 1-3 Days, 4-6 Days, Spring, Summer, Fall

Discover British Columbia through the eyes of Top Chef Brooke Williamson

Experience nature's healing power in BC. A custom itinerary inspired by Top Chef Brooke Williamson’s transformative visit.

Read the Article

Discover the East Coast of Vancouver Island

5 to 7 Days / 500 km (311 mi)

Relax and rejuvenate along this coastal road trip
from Victoria to Port Hardy.

Explore Road Trip

10 Lesser-Known Things to do
Along the Sea-to-Sky Highway

Travel off the beaten path when you journey along the Sea-to-Sky Highway from Vancouver to Lillooet.

Read the Article

Nature & Wildlife, Attractions & Sightseeing, Spas & Wellness, Accommodation

Unforgettable Places in BC to Restore Your Energy This Year

Want to recharge? Here are unique accommodations in BC that are sure to restore your energy.

Read the Article

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

Experience Providers

Whale Watching, Wildlife Tours, 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

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

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Indigenous Culture, Sightseeing, Paddling, Hiking, Accessibility

Talaysay Tours

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

Phone: (604) 628-8555

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Backcountry Skiing, Hiking, Cabins & Cottages, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

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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Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Great Bear Lodge

Great Bear Lodge offers grizzly bear tours from May to October at a floating lodge in the Great Bear Rainforest. With no other operators in the...

Phone: (250) 949-9496

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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

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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

View Listing

Whale Watching, Wildlife Tours, 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 offer activities, walking tours, wellness experiences...

Phone: (604) 628-8555

View Listing

Backcountry Skiing, Hiking, Cabins & Cottages, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

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

Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Great Bear Lodge

Great Bear Lodge offers grizzly bear tours from May to October at a floating lodge in the Great Bear Rainforest. With no other operators in the...

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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