Things to do

Natural and supernatural in equal turns, Gwaii Haanas is a uniquely untouched ecological paradise off Canada’s West Coast with an aboriginal history stretching back 12 millennia. Kayak along shorelines teeming with sea stars, walk amid towering, century-old totem poles and soak up the moss-shrouded magic of 1,884 islands and islets you’ll have nearly to yourself. Activities range from one-day guided boat trips to extended boating or kayaking adventures.

Featured

  • Camping

    There is nothing like arriving at a place with the feeling that you are the first person to ever visit. That’s what camping in Gwaii Haanas is like.

  • Haida Gwaii Watchmen

    Explore historic Haida village sites with century-old carved poles and longhouse remains. The Haida Gwaii Watchmen welcome visitors and act as guardians.

  • Marine mammal watching

    Twenty species of whales and dolphins have been recorded in Gwaii Haanas.

  • The Gwaii Haanas Legacy Pole

    Stop at Windy Bay to see the 42-foot monumental cedar Legacy Pole carved by Jaalen Edenshaw. The figures in his design illustrate the connections between land, sea, and people.

All activities

Beaches Beach
Camping Camping
Hot springs Hot springs
Lookout Haida cultural sites
Photo Opportunity Photography
Stargazing
Sea birds Bird watching
Fishing Fishing
Notice board Interpretive trail
Boat tie-up Mooring buoys
Sailboating Sailboating
Interpretation Tours and programs
Boat tour Boat tour
Hiking Hiking
Kayaking Kayaking
Motorboating Motorboating
Base diving Scuba diving
Marine mammals Marine mammal watching