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LUXURY CANADA HOLIDAYS & TOURS

WESTERN WILDLIFE – WHALES & BEARS

14 days from £7,400 per person
TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL

A TAILOR-MADE HOLIDAY DESIGNED BY SPECIALISTS

At 91ºÚÁÏÍø, all our holidays are created individually to suit your preferences and the Western Wildlife – Whales and Bears itinerary can be used for inspiration or as a starting point for your luxury Canada holidays. Whether you prefer a different style of accommodation, a greater focus on a particular experience or wish to include extra stops on your journey, our experts will design an itinerary that is entirely unique to you.

LUXURY CANADA HOLIDAYS

ABOUT THE ITINERARY

Embark on a memorable journey along the coastline of British Columbia to view Canada’s most iconic wildlife species.

Your luxury holiday to Canada will begin in Vancouver, a city known for its marine rich waters that shelter species like whales, porpoises and sea lions. Next is a four-night stay at Knight Inlet Lodge, where you will be perfectly placed to observe the legendary grizzly bear in its natural environment – the Great Bear Rainforest. From this floating lodge, you will embark on excursions both on foot and by boat, maximising your wildlife viewing chances.

But your luxury Canada holiday does not end there. In Tofino, half-day tours along the pristine waters of Clayoquot Sound will bring you within reach of not only black bears but grey whales, humpbacks and the occasional minke whale. You will also be in a great position to spot a wide diversity of birds. And where better to end than Victoria, one of the world’s top marine life viewing destinations where you will enjoy a fantastic cruise in search of the majestic orca whale.

A Grizzly Bear Standing on a Rock | Luxury Canada Holidays | 91ºÚÁÏÍø
Whale Tail Popping Out of the Water in Tofino and Vancouver Island | Luxury Canada Holidays | 91ºÚÁÏÍø
DAY 1 – 3

VANCOUVER

You will be met upon arrival in Vancouver and driven to your hotel in the heart of the city. Nestled along the coastline of British Columbia, Vancouver is truly picturesque and offers its visitors a wealth of activities. You can enjoy a city tour or cycle around Stanley Park, and in the evening hop on a seaplane over to Horseshoe Bay for a delicious gourmet dinner. Vancouver is also known for its fantastic marine life. Embark on a whale watching trip in a high-speed boat for a chance to get up close to orca whales, seals, sea lions, porpoises and, if you’re lucky, minke whales.

Stay: Three nights in a boutique room at L’Hermitage Hotel

Two Bears Seen From Knight Inlet Lodge | Luxury Canada Holidays | 91ºÚÁÏÍø
DAY 4 – 7

GREAT BEAR RAINFOREST

Today you will collect your hire car and cross over to Nanaimo by ferry. Drive to Campbell River where you will spend one night before your early morning floatplane journey to the Knight Inlet Lodge, a traditional floating lodge and your base for the next three days day’s adventure. Surrounded by the pristine and native habitat of the grizzly bear, the Great Bear Rainforest, you will be perfectly placed to observe these incredible creatures in their natural habitat.

You’ll have the opportunity to spot both black and grizzly bears foraging in the open along the banks of Glendale Cove, both on foot and from a boat. In autumn you’ll be able to watch – from a viewing platform – the incredible spectacle as thousands of salmon make their way up the Glendale River, attracting dozens of bears looking to stock up for their winter hibernation. You will also enjoy a scenic boat tour of Glendale Cove, hiking in the Kwalate River Valley, bird watching excursions and kayaking.

Stay: One night in Campbell River and three nights at Knight Inlet Lodge – full board

Stanley Park in Tofino and Vancouver Island | Luxury Canada Holidays | 91ºÚÁÏÍø
DAY 8 – 10

TOFINO

Drive from Campbell River to Tofino. Located on Clayoquot Sound in Vancouver Island, Tofino is famed for its superb wildlife viewing experiences. You can board tours which will take you through the fjord inlets of Clayoquot Sound, where you can unobtrusively observe black bears by the water’s edge. The marine life is equally impressive, with good chances of seeing gray whales, humpback whales, sea lions and a variety of sea birds on a half-day whale watching tour. Storm-watching is another popular attraction for visitors here, whilst the mighty waves on Long Beach lure keen surfers from around the world.

Stay: Three nights in a suite at Water’s Edge Shoreside Suites

Sunset in Victoria | Luxury Canada Holidays | 91ºÚÁÏÍø
DAY 11 – 12

VICTORIA

Drive from Tofino to Victoria, the final stop on your holiday, British Columbia’s stunning coastal capital which sits at the southern tip of Vancouver Island. The city enjoys warm weather year-round, with flowers always in bloom at the world-class Butchart Gardens where you can stroll through 50 acres of enchanting gardens. The Royal British Columbia Museum is also worth visiting.

Whale watching is one of Victoria’s most popular activities, with an abundance of orcas, minke whales, gray whales, porpoises, harbour seals and others visible close to the coast. Your stay includes a superb Orca Spirit Whale Watching cruise, which will take you out on the water in search of resident orcas and other marine life. The comfy seats and expansive windows allow you to watch for wildlife whilst keeping warm and dry.

Stay: Two nights in an Erickson wing studio suite at the Inn at Laurel Point

DAY 13 – 14

FLY HOME

Today you will take the ferry from Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen before dropping your hire car at Vancouver airport before embarking on your international flight back home.

THE PRICE BREAKDOWN
14 days from £7,400 per person

PRICE INCLUDES

  • Private airport transfers
  • Car hire and ferry crossing
  • Full board at Knight Inlets Lodge, room only for all other accommodation
  • Whale watching trip from Victoria
  • Based on two people sharing

PRICE EXCLUDES

  • International flights

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“TAILORED TO PERFECTION”
Our holiday in Thailand was superb – custom-built exactly to our preferences. 91ºÚÁÏÍø were super attentive, listening carefully to what we wanted and designing an itinerary and hotel selection that really delivered. Even while we were away, they responded quickly to a query. A brilliant experience from start to finish.
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“EVERY TRIP EXCELLENT – AND MORE TO COME”
I’ve been on several small group holidays with 91ºÚÁÏÍø and every one has been outstanding. My most recent trip in February was no exception – expertly organised, responsive to questions, and full of memorable experiences. The itineraries are well thought out, the hotels top-notch, and the group sizes just right. Their tour leaders are knowledgeable, supportive and great company. I haven’t looked elsewhere since discovering Ultimate – and I’m already planning my next.
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“YES TO ULTIMATE – AND YES AGAIN”
This was our second big trip with 91ºÚÁÏÍø – and we’d happily use them again and again. The customer service is excellent: they really listen to what you want and make it happen. Their on-the-ground support, wherever you’re headed, is just as strong. Everything was seamless. Highly recommend.

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