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Saskatchewan, The Land of Living Skies
- by Canada As You Like It
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- 16 Aug, 2023
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Saskatchewan, the land of living skies. The place where wilderness and adventure come together as a finely tuned experience. From independent to group holidays alike, there is something to make every holiday special.
Hiking
Lace up your boots and hit the back country. With trails at your doorstep for exploring, hiking is the best way of seeing the province on a fly drive holiday. There are areas suitable for all levels of hiking, from the congenial leisure walk to the avid hiker. Head to Saskatoon at the Meewasin Valley, this area offers over 105 km of trails across 67 square km of land. It provides year-round adventure and sightseeing opportunities in the heart of beautiful Saskatoon. Benefit from the well-maintained, multi-use pathways to cycle, jog or walk the scenic riverbank trails. Sections of the Meewasin Trail are also part of the Trans Canada Trail which extends almost 24,000 km across Canada from coast to coast. Keen for a challenge? Look at some of the best back country hiking at places like Prince Albert National Park, Lac La Ronge, Meadow Lake- and Narrow Hills Provincial Park in the north or Grasslands National Park and Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park in the south.
Water Activities
Saskatchewan is full of adventure - and has more than 100,000 lakes and rivers! Great opportunities await when you kayak, canoe or even standup-paddle board down the pristine water through conservation and wild back country. You can view some magnificent wildlife from black bears and wolves to antelopes and coyotes. There are gentle rivers leading up to fast paced challenges for the experienced paddlers. See Saskatoon, Lake Diefenbaker, Prince Albert National Park or one of the many great Provincial Parks in the north for inspiration and to plan your visit. Check out our canoeing trips on the Churchill River for an adrenaline rush or test your aquatic skills in the province’s calmer waters. Paddling the beautiful waters of Saskatchewan is a great bonding experience for the whole family, a great adventure with friends and also a must-do on individual trips.
Road Trips
Road trips, the ultimate freedom to see the outermost reaches of Saskatchewan. From boreal forests and lakes in the north to grasslands in the south - see the best the wilderness has to offer. With road trips ranging from summer adventures See here, to life on the prairies, see here you can easily take a short trip to a fourteen-day break that will suit a variety of requirements to make the best possible trip for you. With unique views and hundreds of options for activities and routes to see the amazing landscape this province provides, explore charming Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan’s capital Regina and discover Tyrannosaurus Rex in Eastend. Looking for a national park? Grasslands National Park has you covered! With many hiking trails for all abilities and fantastic panoramic views, this is a perfect stop on your next road trip.
Wildlife viewing
The wildlife in Saskatchewan is synonymous with notable examples of wildlife that Canada boasts. Last Mountain Lake National Wildlife Area is home to the oldest bird sanctuary in North America, featuring great birding in mid-May and autumn during September and October. Over 280 bird species migrate through the area, and many other species nest and rear their young here. Beaver Creek Conservation Area, located near Saskatoon, is operated by Meewasin Valley Authority and is an accredited wildlife viewing area. Discover this semi-wilderness area by hiking through the accessible four natural areas, alternatively see the Saskatchewan Burrowing Owl Interpretive Centre in Moose Jaw and observe the burrowing owl in captivity or up close! Have a wander into Grassland National Park, connect with Canada’s national treasures. See some of the rarest wildlife in Canada exploring the West Block's Frenchman River Valley. Catch a glimpse of a short-horned lizard, stunning bison or investigate the comical black-tailed prairie dogs. Hike the spectacular badlands of the East Block. Go back to the Jurassic era and discover the astonishing dinosaur bones exposed in the worn away layers of earth.
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In the northwest of Canada where eighty percent of the area
is wilderness, lies the Yukon. With friendly locals, wildlife to observe,
activities to immerse yourself in and fascinating history to explore, this destination makes
for the perfect fly-drive holiday.
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Bear viewing
Reconnect with nature in BC and experience spectacular wildlife viewing in stunning landscapes.
Search for grizzly bears, black bears and the rare spirit bear in pristine river valleys in the Great Bear Rainforest. Spot whales, porpoise, sea lions and much more while exploring the Great Bear Sea.
Cubs emerge from their dens in early spring and by August they will be sniffing the beginnings of the great salmon run. Autumn is a feeding frenzy for wildlife. Eagles, seals, sea lions, wolves, whales and bears fill up on salmon for the long winter ahead.
Situated 70 kilometres north of Campbell River, and accessible by floatplane, Glendale Cove is home to one of the largest concentrations of grizzly (brown) bears in BC. In the peak autumn season when the salmon are returning to the river, it’s not uncommon for guests to see up to 40 bears from the viewing platforms. In spring and summer bear viewing is done from the water for a good view of the bears feeding and this is often the best time to see small cubs.