The Kayak is the King of the White Water

September 10, 2008

With the inclusion of the white water slalom in the Olympics, there has been a spike of interest in White Water Kayaking. This sport combines the adrenaline pumping intensity of rafting with the freedom to maneuver and take rapids the way you want. This freedom has taken the sport in many different directions, from almost gymnastic rafting in one location, to... Read more »

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Amazing Rock Climbing

August 18, 2008

Squamish BC claims to be the “Outdoor Recreation Capital of the world”, while that may be a hard claim to defend, they do offer some of the most spectacular rock climbing opportunities. Squamish Rock Guides offer some Amazing Tours that take climbers of all skill levels up with a guide. Each trip is customized to fit the ability and comfort level... Read more »

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Caving - a Journey to the Centre of the Earth

July 3, 2008

This Amazing Tour is not for those with nyctophobia or even claustrophobia, but if you can get over your phobias, you are in for a treat!! The Horne Lake Provincial park on vancouver Island offers some unique cave tours that range from family fun to EXTREME!!! With my focus on the most amazing, I will highlight the most extreme tour there, the 5 hour ‘Extreme... Read more »

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An Amazing Marsh Maze

July 2, 2008

This is an Amazing Tour I found in Ottawa, Canada that had such a great idea, I had to share it with everyone. This tour combines eco tourism with a classical hedge maze and then throws in a little investigation to boot! The Eco-Odyssée water labyrinth puts you and a friend in a paddle boat adventure that you are sure to enjoy. You must navigate the marsh maze... Read more »

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The Great River Journey

June 24, 2008

This Amazing Tour will unfold one of Canada’s greatest rivers before your eyes. This 8 day journey will take a small group (no more then 10) down the Yukon River bringing the rich history and culture of the native people with you. This 600km (373 mile) eco-trek starts out in Whitehorse and takes you through a variety of fascinating stops down the river,... Read more »

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Amazing Waterway Secrets

April 15, 2008

Ruby Range Advenures offers this Amazing 15 day Tour leaving from White Horse. This eco adventure will throw you smack in the middle of mother nature and give you a revitilizing commune with mother nature that you won’t forget. Imagine exploring lakes and rivers, viewing moose, beavers, wolves, eagles, swans and otters as you glide past in your canoe. This... Read more »

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Get High Over Wine

April 3, 2008

This amazing tour by Blue Sky Aviation takes you over the revered west coast wineries around the Templeton Gap. This half an hour tour covers some great terrain and offers amazing views. Here is what they have to say about it: The Templeton Gap tour departs southbound along the flowing waters of the Salinas River to the edge of the city and into the foothills... Read more »

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Silver Bike Tours - Where Serenity Abounds

March 19, 2008

Silver Bike Tours offers some amazing tours through the North Western States. These accessible tours take you through winding valleys, over trestle bridges, and through some of the historic rail tunnels. Their premier self guided your is called the “Tri-State Spectacular” and, as you may have guessed, it takes you through Montana, Idaho and Washington. Here... Read more »

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Amazing Northwest Passage Cruise

February 18, 2008

When you picture a cruise, do you imagine a massive vessel that is impersonal and crowded? Well here is an opportunity to change your perspective. Northwest Navigation offers an Amazing Tour off of the coast of British Columbia that is as personal as it is intimate. They take groups of no more then 6 passengers on the fully restored 1929 Motor Vessel ‘David... Read more »

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The Mountain Gourmet - Heli Skiing in Heaven

January 10, 2008

Have you ever wanted to fly free away from the crowds, with no line-ups in beautiful nature? Canadian Mountain Holidays offers amazing tours of some of the world’s most exclusive and spectacular wilderness skiing opportunities. They have assembled an international team of experts and guides that will ensure you get the most out of your heli-ski vacation... Read more »

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