Travelling to Canada allows you to enjoy a country with unparalleled natural beauty and a wealth of national parks and wildlife reserves. Whether you are a reckless adventurer or a simple holidaymaker in search of the great outdoors, the vastness and wild beauty of nature are revealed through a multitude of activities within everyone's reach and more or less marked routes. Everything is perfectly organized, whether you want to go downhill or cross-country skiing, take a dog sledding expedition, climb glaciers, canoe-camping or cycle tourism, raft down rivers, fish for giant trout in the Far North or hunt grouse, go on a 4x4 raid, snowmobile rides, etc. Everything is possible and depends on the strings of your purse for your stay. However, these expeditions require good physical condition and specialized support. For example, Huwans Adventure Club is one of the tour operators that offer this type of adventure travel in Canada. So, let yourself go on a road trip and answer the call of the Great North!
In winter, think of yourself as a snowmobile driver...
Canada is one of the most popular vacation destinations for snowmobiling. Tens of thousands of tracks have been laid out with precise signage and different types of circuits. Among the most appreciated regions, Quebec is renowned for the diversity of its terrain (forests, frozen lakes, village crossings, etc.). For the more sporty, it is thus possible to carry out real raids of several days by snowmobile, wrapped up in a suit " grand froid " capable of resisting extreme temperatures, a full helmet " full face " screwed on the head and a hood slipped under the helmet to protect the face from the tingling of the cold. Trailed by a caterpillar, the snowmobile can launch itself like a rocket easily reaching 120 km/h ! The white landscape scrolls at full speed as the handlebars begin to shake. To stay on course, it is best to tighten your wrists tightly and give a clear push to the handlebars to steer this infernal machine. This is what combines thrills and the discovery of extraordinary landscapes
... or for a musher!
Canada is also an adventure playground and a real paradise for those who would like to try a ride with sled dogs. The vastness of the territory, the beauty of the landscape and the extent of the groomed trails make it possible to indulge in this popular winter activity. The country therefore offers a charming natural setting for budding mushers (carriage drivers). The frozen lakes, immense white stretches bounded by the edge of the forests, form an ideal sliding ground
In summer, activities on land...
Also in summer, the wide open spaces, countless lakes and rivers, parks and reserves are ideal for many outdoor activities. Of course, there are many hiking and trekking trails, but you can also discover the country on a bike. Despite the distances, more and more cyclists are crossing the roads. Sometimes, and not only in cities, a special lane is reserved for them. For example, the Route verte in Quebec offers more than 5,000 km of bike paths linking virtually all regions, while the Trans Canada Trail crosses the country from east to west, even north. The total 24,000 km route is expected to be completed by the end of 2017. More original, enthusiasts will find many equestrian centres across the country, especially in the Rockies and Prairies. This is enough to buy a unique "cowboy trip", before perhaps trying climbing or golf.
... like on the water!
Canoeing and kayaking can be practiced on lakes, rivers or the sea. River rafting and rafting are practiced in several provinces. Expeditions of several days are organized. Among the most coveted rivers in the country are the Fraser and Kicking Horse (British Columbia), Slave (Northwest Territories), Ottawa (Ontario/Québec), Kipawa and Rouge (Québec) and Shubenacadie (Nova Scotia)
But you can also windsurf (from mid-June to September, especially on the west coast, the Great Lakes and the east coast, especially in Nova Scotia), scuba diving (the east and west coasts, the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence estuary/gulf offer excellent spots) and sailing (especially on the lakes or, for the more experienced, at sea or on the St. Lawrence). For those who do not have a sea foot, you can simply board an inflatable boat, canoe or ferry to observe the whales. An unforgettable activity that is very popular with all visitors!
Hunting or fishing?
These activities can be carried out throughout the country. Outfitters operate a territory while offering their services. Thus they offer packages for fairly expensive expeditions that must be booked well in advance, but they take care of tout : transport, accommodation, equipment and accompaniment with qualified guides. The directory of outfitters can be obtained from newsstands. Hunting is prohibited in parks but permitted on reserves, provided you have a permit (except in some areas where hunting is reserved for the local population). Game must be registered and safety regulations must be respected. Fishing is permitted in many parks, provided you have a permit. They are available in sports shops or outfitters and their price varies according to the season, territory, type of game or fish. So, notice to amateurs!
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When? When? With both summer and winter activities, you can travel to Canada all year round to enjoy its incredible nature.
The recommended specialist. To organize his trip
HUWANS CLUB AVENTURE - More information on the website or blog.
