Canada

Canada and Alaska are incredible natural paradises with glaciers, totem poles, endless forests and wildlife as diverse as it is unique. A trip to Canada leaves you with unforgettable memories. The country is the size of a continent and stretches from the Atlantic to the Pacific coast – across vast plains and the majestic Rocky Mountains. With its turquoise lakes, mountain ranges crowned by mighty glaciers and boundless prairies, Canada draws adventurers and nature lovers alike.

Pure nature in Western Canada

In British Columbia, the country’s westernmost province, rugged mountains and dense forests shape the landscape. If you are planning a self-drive tour of Canada, you should not miss these six national parks: Glacier National Park, Gwaii Haanas National Park, Kootenay National Park, Mount Revelstoke National Park, Pacific Rim National Park Reserve and Yoho National Park. Neighbouring Alberta, with its ranches and oil fields, is regarded as Canada’s ‘Wild West’. The Calgary Stampede, also known as the Calgary rodeo, attracts over 1.5 million visitors every year. Be sure to stop off in the Jasper and Banff national parks to explore their vast green landscapes – with a little luck, you may come across moose and elk along the way.

The Great Lakes of Eastern Canada

Niagara Falls is one of Ontario’s greatest natural wonders. Thanks to the Great Lakes, Georgian Bay and the Thousand Islands archipelago, water is everywhere in this province. The province of Quebec is known for its distinct seasons: cold, snowy winters contrast with warm summer months. In autumn, ash, oak and beech trees put on a magnificent display of colour – the Indian Summer. Far from the hustle and bustle of the cities, you will discover unspoilt landscapes of rare beauty in Nova Scotia, on Prince Edward Island, in New Brunswick or in Newfoundland and Labrador. Life in the Atlantic Provinces follows the rhythm of fishing, which makes them especially popular with seafood lovers.