British Columbia Wilderness Family Adventure

Welcome to Vancouver, Canada's most eclectic city. Meet you’re A&K representative at the airport and transfer to the Fairmont Waterfront, located just a short walk to trendy Gastown. Depending on your arrival time, stretch your legs at the waterfront, or take a dip in the heated pool as you soak up breathtaking views of the North Shore Mountains.

Fairmont Waterfront Vancouver

Uncover the secrets of Vancouver via short walks and scenic drives with your expert local guide. Admire expansive views where the city meets the sea, and peel back the storied history of Yaletown and False Creek, cultural Chinatown, and historic Gastown — full of cobblestoned streets, art galleries and dramatic ocean views. Discover the beaches, trails and ever-blooming gardens of Stanley Park, and lose yourself in the cloud-piercing trees of the Capilano Canyon. Experience thrills on the 50-metre-high Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge, with interactive activities along the way, before pausing for a gourmet picnic lunch.

Depending on your month of travel, learn about sustainability and conservation as you observe the salmon run — a mass mating event where salmon migrate from the ocean to the rivers.

Fairmont Waterfront Vancouver | Meals: BL

A bicycle tour is the perfect way to explore sprawling Stanley Park — a magnificent oasis amid the urban landscape. Weave along endless forest trails on your bike and soak up sweeping ocean views as you learn about totem poles, hidden treasure, biodiversity and more. The park offers a wide range of unforgettable experiences for all ages, including Canada’s largest aquarium, a water park and beaches for sunbathing, swimming and picnics.

This afternoon is yours to do as you wish. Perhaps head to the terrace to check out the beehives, watch as cruise ships come into port, or ascend The Vancouver Lookout to watch the sunset. Kids will receive their own compasses and clues, from which to explore the 360-degree views from the tower.

Fairmont Waterfront Vancouver | Meals: B

Enjoy a leisurely morning to relax or explore independently. This afternoon board a shared seaplane for your scenic flight to Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge in Clayoquot Sound on Vancouver Island. Upon arrival at the Sound, step off the dock and take a horse-drawn wagon to your luxurious lodge, where you’ll settle into your expansive glamping tent. Sip on a glass of champagne on arrival, tour the luxury facilities and let the rugged west coast inspire the days ahead.

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | Meals: BLD

Spend two and a half days enjoying direct access to Clayoquot Sound, a mosaic of emerald valleys, clustered islands, deep canyons, glacial rivers and ancient forest.

Spend your days trekking and horse-riding through the forest, deep-sea fishing, canoeing on the sound, mountain-biking, kayaking, surfing on the coast, swimming in glacial rivers and more. Watch abundant wildlife from the decking of your tent or head out in search of humpback whale, orca, sea lion, bald eagle and sea otter on a guided water safari. At night, relax in the cedar hot tub and sauna, indulge in tasty food, or simply pull up a chair and watch the landscape shift with the light. The clear night skies are perfect for ghost stories, and if luck is on your side, you might even see the Aurora Borealis lighting up the inky-black sky. While sightings are never guaranteed, with the right conditions this is a great location to witness them.

Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge | Meals: BLD

Enjoy your final morning relaxing with the facilities or being active outdoors. After a farewell lunch, the horse-drawn wagon will take you to the dock for your shared seaplane back to Vancouver. Enjoy private transfer to your hotel, a soundproofed haven where you can view planes taking off against a panoramic backdrop of towering mountains. Your evening is at leisure.

Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel | Meals: BL

With the convenience of an airport hotel, it’s an easy walk to check into the Vancouver airport for your onward flight.

Meals: B