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1 - Backpacking / Hiking


British Columbia allows the well-prepared backpacker to travel numerous days in the rugged wilderness, trek through coastal and old-growth rainforest, along isolated beaches, alpine meadows and rugged mountains. Freedom in the wilderness is not only for the seasoned hikers anymore - guided adventures can now be tailored to suit individual experience, limited only by your imagination.

Day hikes prove to be less challenging than backpacking, however hiking through BC provides lifetime memories of peaceful walks, bird watching and wildlife viewing. Along the many paths in our forests and provincial parks you can explore and discover nature for yourself. The province offers an abundance of waterfalls, meadows, lakes and beaches - all obtainable without guides, ropes or heavy packs.

 


2 - Wildlife Watching


Wildlife tours are available to view a variety of birds and animals. Come with us to see some of the fascinating creatures to be found on our planet. Our wildlife watching trips have included: caribou, bears, wolves, grizzly bears, deer, eagles...

 


3 - Golfing


British Columbia is a golfer's paradise, with snowcapped mountains in the background, a coastline sculpted by the Pacific rainforests, miles of rangeland, radiant lakes and rivers, and lush valleys. The diversity of the BC guarantees some of the most scenic and challenging golf courses in North America. There are now over 250 golf courses to choose from within the province.

 


4 - Ziptrek


Experience the exhilaration of flying as you glide along steel ziplines suspended high above the breathtaking white-water river that divides Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Ziptrek Ecotours provides a discovery of mountain ecology that combines adventure with environmental education.

Guided tours include five incredible zipline rides that gain progressively in height and length with the longest spanning over 1100ft. The ziplines are joined by a network of ground based boardwalks and trails, and by aerial stairways and bridges at heights of over eighty feet in the tree canopy!

 


5 - Rock Climbing


With plenty of mountains throughout Western Canada it is no wonder why the province is one of the world's best climbing areas. BC has the third largest single rock face in continental North America. There is unlimited alpine and ice climbing, and plenty of easy single pitch routes. BC is also fortunate to have Canada's most mild weather in the lower mainland, allowing for almost year-round climbing.

 


6 - Mountain Biking & Cycling


Mountain Biking has been growing fast as a favorite past time in British Columbia. The different terrain in B.C. makes for great mountain biking. The scenery is spectacular, no matter where you go. In addition, the weather plays an important role, as there are places in the province where you can mountain bike for ten months out of the year.

 


7 - Horseback Riding


To horseback ride in the Canadian Rockies, there is no need to be experienced. Everyone can enjoy a leisurely day of sightseeing on horseback. You have a choice of a variety of both the length of the trail ride, and the route or path taken. Trail rides can be along the beach, through the forests, over mountains, or straight through the meadows. Trail rides, which are defined as a horseback riding adventure that lastsno longerthan one full day, usually range in length from one hour to a full day.

 


8 - City Sightseeing


See all of the excitement of what BC has to offer in the cities by taking a city sightseeing tour. You have the opportunity to head out onto the water for a dinner cruise, a walking tour through downtown, a trolley tour, an educational tour, or whatever ever else you may desire.

 


9 - Bungee Jumping


Looking for a way to test your bravery? Or want an adrenaline rush? Well then take the leap! Experience bungee jumping in the beautiful wilderness of the West Coast, amongst old growth forests and rugged basalt column cliffs. In Whistler, jump from a 160ft (53 meter) bridge over the glacial fed cheakamus river.

 


10 - Hot Air Ballooning


Leave all your cares on the ground as you soar through the sky in the basket of a hot air balloon. Experience a bird’s eye view of the magnificent landscapes and scenery that our beautiful British Columbia has to offer. Discover a whole new perspective of British Columbia with a hot air balloon ride.



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