Some Important Things To Know Before Looking For Haida Gwaii Hotels

Some Important Things To Know Before Looking For Haida Gwaii Hotels

by Marci Nielsen

British Columbia is fast becoming a popular destination, not only for Canadians, but other international tourists as well. A local secret is also fast becoming more known in the world, the island chain of Haida Gwaii. Before you go on and book on the many <A href="http://www.haidahouse.com">Haida Gwaii hotels</A> available, read on in this article and find out what activities are available on and around the archipelago.

Being a group of islands, Haida Gwaii will definitely best be able to serve up water activities of many sorts. The most popular and most well known of all the activities are the whale watching excursions and tours that are offered year round. Many come to the islands particularly for this especially scientists, students and the curious.

For the island community, whale watching has been a great money earner since the area is known to be the best in the world for watching certain whale species year round. Specific whale species that are common in the area are killer whales, gray whales and humpback whales. Depending on the month or the season, you either will get increased or decreased frequencies in sightings per hour when you go. Thus it is always best to do your research on the best times to go when whale watching so you can get the most bang for your buck.

Great and worthwhile activities also can be had on land. Some notable hiking trails and camping spots are available for those who are so inclined to these sort of activities. Kayaking areas and fishing spots also abound, so one can be spoilt for choice in a way. Many tourists would prefer to bike in the morning and the laze around on the beach until nighttime.

If one enjoys vacations be learning cultural and historical heritages, then one may well enjoy a vacation here. The local populace, the Haida, are very accommodating to people who are eager to learn more about their ways and culture. However, be circumspect by at least reading up ahead about their culture so you can avoid embarrassing questions and blunders.

Totem poles are the family history records of the islands, and one will find them everywhere almost. As they are the records of history, they are be given respect always. The totems are created in the Alaskan fashion and style, which is not surprising, considering the Haida also occupy vast areas of Alaska.

Many would want to explore every corner to be able to learn much more. In order to get this fully immersed experience would require that you spend at least four days to fully circumnavigate the area. During this time you will be able to visit all local community museums and arts and crafts establishments. You will learn more about the bent wood technique to make furniture, something North American Indian tribes have been doing for a long time.

The most direct route to the island group is by a two hour flight from Toronto. You can also opt to take a more scenic route by boat or ferry which can take you about 8 hours. Either way, you will enjoy you vacation here. In looking for the best accommodation therefore, find one that can give you access to all the activities thus mentioned.



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