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Wildlife Viewing

A world of wildlife and adventure

There’s no better way to view Canada’s magnificent mammals than a wildlife viewing trip added on to your train trip. Our Canadian Insiders take the guesswork out of wildlife viewing, helping you choose the adventures where you’ll see the spectacular sights you want — like polar bear safaris, grizzly bear lodge stays, and numerous whale watching itineraries. We can personalize your Canadian vacation to suit you.

Why you should come wildlife viewing to Canada

Polar bear viewing safaris

The Inuit people of Canada’s far north call the polar bear Nanuk, meaning ‘Animal Worthy of Great Respect.’ Others say ‘Titan of the Tundra.' This is truly a once in a lifetime experience.

A grizzly bear standing in a river with a large salmon in it's mouth

Grizzly bear wilderness lodges

Once a year, grizzly bears gather along B.C.'s coast where the rivers meet the sea to gorge themselves on sockeye and coho during the fall salmon run. This is the most exciting and easiest time to see these magnificent animals in their natural habitat.

Over the shoulder view of a person taking a photograph of a whales tale

Whale watching cruises

The sight of a colossal whale breaching the waters off Canada’s west coast is something to behold. The Pacific Ocean is home to orcas, humpbacks, grey whales, and more. The best way to see this rich marine life is on a whale watching tour.

Beluga whale swimming with it's head popping out of the ocean

Arrive just in time for the migrations

Witness beluga whales as they play just metres from the shore during their annual migration. You can see them from a boat or kayak, and from various vantage points along the coast.

Birds in Motion owl wildlife demonstration on Grouse Mountain

Leave no trace while visiting

Expert guides and lodges show you how to appreciate animals in the wild responsibily with minimal impact. The passion of these guides is inspiring and you’ll carry this with you in future travels.

Stay camera ready from coast to coast

From the bald eagles in Vancouver’s Stanley Park, to the wild foxes of Newfoundland, Canada’s wildlife is abundant and will provide suprising moments to reconnect to nature.

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By this stage, you're already having dreams about mountains, moose and maple trees. We combine your personal preferences with our insider knowledge to save you hours of pointless internet trawling.

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You’ll receive the inside scoop before you even leave home. And you can relax during your vacation because we’re only a phone call away if you have any questions while you’re in Canada.

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Canada's Big 5 Safari

Everyone knows about Africa’s Big 5 animals: lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and Cape buffalo. But few know that Canada has its own collection of large mammals that are every bit as awe-inspiring as their African counterparts.

In fact, it’s arguably a whole lot harder to see a polar bear, grizzly bear, moose, wolf and plains buffalo in the wild, which makes checking them off your bucket list that much more satisfying. Here’s a primer on Canada’s Big 5 and where to find them.

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