Thursday, December 12, 2013

A Variety Of Haida Gwaii Lodge Accommodations Are Available

By Jeannie Chapman


There is a plentiful supply of haida gwaii lodge accommodations. Both expensive and budget friendly selections are available. No matter what you choose, you will have a memorable trip and come back for more.

The busiest period starts in May and ends in September. Guests need to make their reservations early. Guided tours need to be booked ahead of time as well. This is a renowned location for sport fishing enthusiasts and rooms get booked early. A majority of the lodges are located in the populated communities or between them on the major route running linking the key islands.

On remote islands there are 17 upscale fishing lodges. Guests normally fly into the local airport before they fly on to the lodges. The main activities visitors come to enjoy are fishing, surfing, kayaking, wild life and bird watching, hiking, beach combing and camping in the protected nature reserves and parks. Floatplane tours are offered by South Moresby Air.

This 150 island archipelago was previously named Queen Charlotte Islands. It is 300 km in length and 100 km in breadth. This distant region lies to the west of the northern portion of BC about 120 km to the west. It is 75 km away from Alaska and lies beneath it. Surfers come here to the only place for surfing in the northern part of the province.

Its two main islands offer plenty of options for activity. Graham lies in the north and Moresby Island in the south, where a National Park Reserve and a Heritage Site are situated. Naikoon Provincial Park offers terrific hiking and beachcombing opportunities on the northeast corner of Graham Island. Rose Spit, tidal island on its northeast tip is a habitat for many local and migratory bird species. North Beach is good for crabbing and clam digging. The Delkatla Wildlife Sanctuary, near Masset on Graham, offers spectacular bird-watching, especially during the Spring and Fall. Ferry service and 130 kilometer long Highway 16 connects the main islands.

This is the indigenous habitat for the Haida people. Most of the tribe resides on Graham Island. It has kept up one of the oldest indigenous cultures. The native stewards have responsibly welcomed tourism to their region. Their lifestyle is presented to the public in area museums and galleries. Visitors can also visit ancient village venues that reveal their ancient roots and see how artists are keeping up with their culture.

To get here travelers must choose whether they prefer air or ferry service. BC Ferries provides ferry service from Prince Rupert to Moresby Island. The six and half hour journey is a practical and scenic option for visitors who want to explore the area. Car owners, can bring their car along, otherwise, they will need to as rent a car. There is no bus service. Taxis operate only within the major populated localities.

Every day, in the summer, there are flights to Sandspit and Masset from Vancouver. In other seasons, flights function 3 times per week. Seaplane operators offer service from Prince Rupert to Sandspit, Masset and QC City. These localities also provide harbor service for boaters. From Jasper, there are bus and rail links to Prince Rupert. To avoid regrets, vacationers are advised to make their haida gwaii lodge reservations in advance.




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