Wilderness Lodges In Canada

Q: What is the weather like?

Bella Coola ValleySummers in British Columbia are generally warm, with temperatures varying from 68°F(20°C) to 104°F (40°C). Closer to the coast, the climate is usually milder. The average temperature in Bella Coola Valley, in July, varies from 74°F (23.1°C) during the day to 52°F (11.3°C) at night. Northwest TerritoriesSummers in Northwest Territories are dry and relatively cold. Temperatures here can vary from 70 (21°C) to 55°F (13°C) with the midnight sun treating you to endless daylight. In the winter, days are very short and temperatures can drop from -4°F (-20.1°C) to -18.4°F (-28.2°C) which usually allows for clear skies and a great chance to witness the Northern Lights.

Q: What facilities can I expect at a wilderness lodge?

Blachford Lake LodgeBlachford Lake Lodge is perfectly equipped to ensure your comfort. There is a main building with a restaurant, a fully stocked bar, and a chill out area lit by a cozy fireplace for socializing. On top of that, there are 9 guest chalets, all with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and an ability to accommodate up to 4 people. In addition to this, there’s a building for exercising and yoga with massage rooms, showers, and a hot tub. Northwest TerritoriesWhile very similar to the lodge on Blachford Lake, it’s slightly smaller, yet just as exciting. In the main building, there’s a dining area, bar, fully equipped rooms, each with free Wi-Fi and able to accommodate up to 4 people. If you need a little bit more privacy, you can choose to stay in one of our ensuite wooden chalets.

Looking for a holiday of a lifetime in the wild but don’t want to be constrained by an itinerary? A vacation in one of Canada's wilderness lodges might just be perfect for you. During your holidays in one of our adventure lodges, you can partake in as many activities as you like or simply relax in nature.

In the summertime, depending on the location of the wilderness lodge, you can go fishing, canoeing, kayaking, boating, rafting, biking, hiking, wildlife and bird watching, or head out for some wildlife photography. In the winter, you can enjoy skiing, dog sledding, ice fishing, snowshoeing and view the magnificent aurora borealis.

We offer lodges in many regions of Canada. You can choose an all inclusive luxurious lodge with all the amenities or step out into the wild and just get away from it all in a fly-in rustic cabin for a true off-grid experience.

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WHY SHOULD YOU GO TO A WILDERNESS LODGE IN CANADA?

Canada is famed for its wild and untouched nature. If you’re looking for a true Canadian adventure, spending your holiday in a remote wilderness lodge will give you just that. Aside from the countless health benefits of spending time outdoors, wilderness lodges also offer you the unique opportunity to create a holiday itinerary that is perfect for you and your family.

Depending on your chosen destination and time of the year, wilderness lodges have an abundance of outdoor activities for you to choose from allowing for a customized adventure experience. You can hike in the wild and explore the surrounding area, spot a bear or moose, go fishing, kayaking, biking or canoeing during the summer months. In the winter, some wilderness lodges offer Northern Lights viewing, snowmobile tours, ice fishing, snowshoeing, and wildlife watching activities.

You won’t need to plan extensively if you decide to spend your holidays in a wilderness lodge in Canada. There are all-inclusive packages offering comfortable accommodations, meals, and plenty of activity options available for you during your stay.

WHAT IS THERE TO DO AT WILDERNESS LODGES IN CANADA?

All our lodges, regardless of the location, aim to ensure that your holiday is totally unforgettable. With that in mind, we have plenty of unique adventures waiting for you. All our lodges offer adventure holidays during the summer months, and many h...)

All our lodges, regardless of the location, aim to ensure that your holiday is totally unforgettable. With that in mind, we have plenty of unique adventures waiting for you. All our lodges offer adventure holidays during the summer months, and many have incredible fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities, while lodges in the Northwest Territories offer bucket list worthy holiday packages during the winter too!

Bella Coola Valley British Columbia: Enjoy the Canadian summer in the spectacular Tweedsmuir Provincial Park. Your holidays in the Bella Coola Valley are spiced with grizzly viewing in the nearby Great Bear Rainforest, hiking to spectacular views in Tweedsmuir Provincial Park or drifting the Atnarko River! All this and much more is available to you from June until late October.

Northwest Territories: For those of you traveling in the summer, lodges in the Canadian North provide a unique take on traditional summer holiday activities. Here, you can go fishing in the midnight sun, paddle around the lake photographing bald eagles and hawks, and hike to a pond to watch beavers. During the winter, you can feast your eyes on the Northern Lights dancing across the night sky, go ice fishing, snowmobiling, or snowshoeing during the day all from a full service cozy lodge accessible by ski plane. The memories from a winter holiday in the Northwest Territories will stay with you long after you’ve left and you’ll be inspired to come back here during the summer as well.

Yukon: A true wilderness experience is waiting for you in the Yukon Territory at one of our lodges and remote off-grid cabins. Here the focus is on the amazing fishing, but non anglers in the group will love the pristine lakefront settings where you can go boating, canoeing and hike in nature outside your front door.

Manitoba: In addition to the world class wilderness fishing from lodges and cabins in Manitoba, polar bear and other arctic wildlife viewing adventures from the lodges near Hudson Bay offer a true Canadian arctic experience with all the comforts of home.

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WILDERNESS LODGES IN CANADA

Regardless of which location you choose for your wilderness vacation, our fully equipped and all-inclusive wilderness lodge adventures will allow you to enjoy your time in nature and make the most out of your time with your friends and family.

We operate our wilderness lodge adventures in British Columbia, Yukon, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the Northwest Territories. All of the locations are surrounded by unspoiled Canadian landscapes, close to nature and surrounded by pristine wildlife habitats in their rawest form. Your days will be filled with adventure activities and your evenings spent relaxing in amazing comfort. These experiences will rejuvenate your mind, body and soul.

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What is the weather like?

Bella Coola Valley

Summers in British Columbia are generally warm, with temperatures varying from 68°F

(20°C) to 104°F (40°C). Closer to the coast, the climate is usually milder. The average temperature in Bella Coola Valley, in July, varies from 74°F (23.1°C) during the day to 52°F (11.3°C) at night.

Northwest Territories

Summers in Northwest Territories are dry and relatively cold. Temperatures here can vary from 70 (21°C) to 55°F (13°C) with the midnight sun treating you to endless daylight.

In the winter, days are very short and temperatures can drop from -4°F (-20.1°C) to -18.4°F (-28.2°C) which usually allows for clear skies and a great chance to witness the Northern Lights.

What facilities can I expect at a wilderness lodge?

Blachford Lake Lodge

Blachford Lake Lodge is perfectly equipped to ensure your comfort. There is a main building with a restaurant, a fully stocked bar, and a chill out area lit by a cozy fireplace for socializing. On top of that, there are 9 guest chalets, all with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and an ability to accommodate up to 4 people. In addition to this, there’s a building for exercising and yoga with massage rooms, showers, and a hot tub.

Northwest Territories

While very similar to the lodge on Blachford Lake, it’s slightly smaller, yet just as exciting. In the main building, there’s a dining area, bar, fully equipped rooms, each with free Wi-Fi and able to accommodate up to 4 people. If you need a little bit more privacy, you can choose to stay in one of our ensuite wooden chalets.

What do I need to bring?

Our wilderness lodges are fully equipped, containing everything you might need, however, you will obviously need to bring any personal belongings that you need for your holiday. Those include clothing, any medicine you might need, toiletries, and other personal items.

When is it best to see the Northern Lights?

If you want to see the Northern Lights from your wilderness lodge, it’s best if you choose one of our lodges in the Northwest Territories and plan your holiday during the winter months. For the best visibility of the Northern Lights, the sky above should be absolutely dark and clear. Our lodges are located out in the wild, where lights from the city don’t pollute the night sky and your chances of spotting auroras increase.