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Adventure Canada – Expedition Cruising
Adventure Canada is a family-run travel company with thirty years ’ experience specializing in small-ship cruises to the world ’ s more remote coastlines . They engage , educate and entertain by connecting people to each other and the land through travel ; they travel to the best places , with the best people , in the best way . Their pioneering approach to expedition cruises and small-group experiences emphasizes wildlife , culture , learning and fun . Join Adventure Canada aboard the 198-passenger Ocean Endeavour – an ice-strengthened vessel with a fleet of twenty Zodiacs – for the journey of a lifetime .
The Northwest Passage remains one of the world ’ s last true frontiers , and Adventure Canada takes you to its heart . In Canada ’ s vast northern wilderness , wildlife roams free and the great geological forces shaping the planet reveal themselves to the wondering eye . The recent finding of Franklin ’ s ships , HMS Erebus and HMS Terror , reminds us that we sail into history , legend and myth that continues today !
2018 Scheduled Departures : Arctic Safari : August 6 – 17 , 2018 Into the Northwest Passage : August 17 – September 2 , 2018 Out of the Northwest Passage : September 2 – 18 , 2018 Greenland and Wild Labrador : September 18 – October 2 , 2018 Newfoundland Circumnavigation : October 2 – 12 , 2018
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Mountain Madness Tours
With no roof to restrict your view , a 300-kilometre bicycle tour from Jasper to Canmore becomes an adventure for the body , mind and soul . Ride unhurried along spacious shoulders , enjoying the company of ancient trees and mighty snow-capped peaks . The tour traverses two national parks via the spectacular Icefields Parkway between Jasper and Lake Louise , and the calm pace offers ample time to take in views of endless mountains , glaciers , lakes , waterfalls and wildlife .
Cycle the Bow Valley Parkway to Banff before setting off for the final destination , Canmore , on the Legacy Trail bike path . You ’ ll travel this impressive distance over four days to enjoy a great balance of riding , sightseeing and relaxation . The support service provides transfers to Jasper for you and your bike ( bike rentals available ) from Western Canadian gateways such as Edmonton or Calgary . Your luggage is carried for you ; all you need to do is ride .
Should you need anything – a hill reprieve , assistance with your bike or access to your belongings – the support van will always be just around the corner . Rest stops complete with food and beverages are set up along the way to keep you nourished and hydrated . Each day culminates at unique and beautiful accommodations . Enjoy dinner in the laid-back atmosphere of a rustic mountain setting as the day ’ s adventures are recounted amongst new friends .
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Meet the Cariboo Mountains Bear Whisperer Knight Inlet Lodge
Bears , wildlife and nature ! “ Walk With The Grizzlies ” as they feast on spawning salmon . This Canadian Signature Experience immerses you in mountain wilderness , seeing nature through the eyes of the forest . Issued the first grizzly bear viewing licence in British Columbia and with a deep commitment to wildlife conservation , Gary Zorn has limitless knowledge , stories and respect for the big bears gained over 30 plus years of guiding nature travellers . There are no viewing platforms . The animals are wild , free and unhabituated .
A tour with Ecotours-BC connects you with wild creatures in their natural habitat in ways you have never known .
Knight Inlet Lodge is Canada ' s premier grizzly bear viewing resort . The original and largest grizzly bear lodge in BC , Knight Inlet Lodge is committed to environmentally responsible wildlife viewing . Enjoy this wild and remote area of the Pacific Northwest with grizzly bear viewing from late May through mid-October . In addition to grizzly bear viewing and whale watching tours , the lodge offers additional tours to resort guests . Each adventure tour or cruise offers a unique , up-close-andpersonal view of this spectacular west coast rainforest region of Canada . Knight Inlet Lodge is the location to see grizzlies in the wild ! A low to moderate level of physical fitness is required for all tours , including the ability to walk approximately 100 metres on uneven ground .
Pricing on request
Unique Experience
Pricing on request
Unique Lodge
From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’. Prices do not include applicable taxes . www . andersonvacations . ca