British Columbia
Ocean Wilderness Resort, Eagle Nook, Port Alberni: three new all-inclusive adventure packages including water-based activities, fishing, accommodation, all meals and resort facilities. Four and five-day land-only deals from around £650. Tel: 001 250 723 1000.
Eagle Wing Whaling Fleet, Victoria: 10hr scenic west coast wildlife sailing tour among some of 400 local islands on board a 35ft Scarab Adventure Craft. Rates from around £95 single. Tel: 001 250 391 9337.
Soul Mates Walking Tours: week-long walking tours for over-50s of four to eight miles a day in Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, including meals and accommodation. From £734 per person. Tel: 001 250 653 9860.
Best Western Pacific Inn Resort, White Rock: full-day guided Northwest Rainforest Tour with experienced nature interpreter, priced at about £90. Also whale-watching tours from about £78 and golfing packages from about £50. Tel: 001 604 535 1432.
LHI Trout Fishing, Vancouver: new adventure fishing packages in glacier lakes, including 4×4 transport or floatplane and overnight camping. Rates from about £395 for the floatplane trip. Tel: 001 604 838 5873.
Scoop Lake Outfitters: backcountry lodge located between the Cassir Mountains and the Rockies, about 90 miles south of the Yukon border. Includes main lodge, 10 sleeping cabins and various camps. Activities include trail riding, mountain biking, wildlife photo safaris, fishing, river rafting and canoeing. All-inclusive packages from £374 for two-day adventures. Tel: 001 250 491 1885.
Black Creek Ranch, Horsefly River Valley: day-on-the-ranch activities package including trail ride, fly fishing, cross-country skiing, kayaking, gold panning. From about £45 with one night’s accommodation. Tel: 001 250 392 8678.