Monday, April 22, 2013

The Wide Range Of Queens Charlotte Islands Accommodations

By Alyssa Riggs


There is no shortage of Queens Charlotte Islands accommodations. When you decide to explore the natural beauty offered by these isles, please check online information readily available about accommodation. Most places to stay are located along Highway 16, or in communities. Highway 16 is the main route running north south along Graham and Moresby.

The renamed Haida Gwaii have a triangular shape and are 300 km long, 100 km wide and tapers at the tip at Cape St. James. They are located below the Alaska panhandle about 75 km away from the American border. They lie about 120 km distance from the outer islands of the northern end of the BC coastline.

There are numerous isles, about 150, in this area. The main ones are Graham to the north and Moresby to the south. About 5,000 people reside on mostly either Moresby Island or Graham Island. A short ferry ride connects the two isles and their distinctive communities. Each community is distinctive in its own right. Collectively, the group presents island life in this special region.

On the southern part of Moresby Island lies the Heritage Site and the National Park Reserve. It is exceptional for the native culture, scenic beauty and special ecology. Haida have lived here since ancient times. A archaeological survey has found over 500 ancient sites. The SGang Gwaay village is known to have the most exceptional display of their mortuary shafts. Since 1981, UNESCO has made Nan Sdins Illnagaay, one of its World Heritage sites. For anyone wishing to travel independently, please be aware you need to make reservations and have an orientation.

Daily ferry service from Prince Rupert to Moresby Island is provided by BC Ferries. The six hour thirty minute long journey is a scenic way to travel to your destination. A quicker traveling mode is by air between Vancouver and Sandspit. You can also fly to QC City, Sandspit and Masset from Prince Rupert. Air Canada Jazz flies regular daily flights from Vancouver International Airport to Sandspit. North Pacific Seaplanes offers service between Prince Rupert and Masset and a three times a week service between Prince Rupert, Sandspit and QC City. Pacific Coastal Airlines flies daily from Vancouver to Masset in the summer. It also provides service three times a week during the other seasons. If you plan to travel with your own sailing vessel, harbor facilities are available at Sandspit, Masset and QC . There are also rail and bus links to this area.

An extensive range of facilities for lodging is available to accommodate the different tastes of travelers. The diversity of the housing options extends from a hostel, to lodges and motels, bed and breakfasts, medium priced or luxury guest houses and cottages, rustic cabins and beach huts. The summer season extends from May to September and is the busiest period for guests. Advancing booking will ward off any frustrations in this regard.

Some rentals are closed in the winter. Please be advised that some areas have a bigger range of choices. These include the town of Masset, and the Tow Hill community, located about 20 minutes east of Masset, and the village of QC.

On the more remote island masses there are about 17 luxury fishing lodges. Guests usually fly to the lodges they reserve. Each community has campsites. The amenities maybe free or be available for a fee. The amenities cover basic needs such as firepits, outhouses, picnic tables or benches. Most campgrounds are accessible to RVs. The Queens Charlotte Islands accommodations offer services to meet the diverse tastes of their visitors.




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