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North America / Introduction
Highlights
May
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The peak time to see Grey Whales off Vancouver Islands west coast as they head north to their summer feeding grounds. Brown Bears congregate north of Vancouver for the first time in the year to feed on succulents or fish for salmon. Bears in the mountain areas come out of hibernation and can be found foraging throughout the summer months. The early summer is the best time to spot them lower down as they move higher up the slopes as the season progresses. The salmon return from the ocean to spawn in the freshwater creeks of Alaska, where ravenous Black, and Brown Bears wait to feed on them. The islet-dotted waters of Canadas west coast is perhaps the best place in the world to see Orca Whales. Although some pods remain year round, the visiting migrants will remain here until early September. Brown Bears congregate for the second time in the year, north of Vancouver, to fish for salmon. Eastern Canadas Bay of Fundy is home to Northern Right, Minke, Humpback, and Fin Whales between now and the end of September. From August to September the Gulf of St Lawrence is home to a high concentration of Blue Whales and trips with research vessels run at this time. Polar Bears gather in Churchill on the west coast of Hudson Bay. They pass though the area until November.
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June
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July
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Brown Bears
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orth America still contains some of the worlds greatest untamed
be found. We offer self-drive options or small group trips led by experienced naturalist guides depending on your preference. Alternatively, sit back and enjoy the spectacular ride aboard the worldfamous Rocky Mountaineer train. Churchill in Canada is the one place you are guaranteed to see the magnificent Polar Bears, the largest land carnivore, as they make their annual migration north during the months of October and November. Places aboard the special tundrabuggy viewing vehicles are strictly limited so advance booking is highly recommended if you are not to be disappointed!
August
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lands from the vast expanse of northern tundra known as the Canadian Shield to the soaring peaks of the Rocky Mountains, and the great Alaskan wilderness in the west. The annual salmon runs of the west coast continue to draw huge gatherings of bears for this seasonal fiesta and as a result it is the best place in the world to view these magnificent creatures. Off the coast, the rich waters draw many whales, dolphins and other sea creatures; and the shores around Vancouver Island are one of the top Orca-watching destinations in the world. In the mountains and valleys Moose, Wolves, Caribou, Bald Eagles, Elk, Bighorn Sheep and Beaver can
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October
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Climate
Long, very cold winters characterise Alaska, the Rocky Mountains, Eastern and Central Canada. The short spring, summer and autumn season brings fabulous wildlife-viewing as birds and mammals concern themselves with eating, breeding and preparing for the next harsh winter. Whilst warm in the day, temperatures often plummet at night even in high summer, and snow can fall year round. The coast of Vancouver and British Columbia is by contrast moderate year round with plenty of rainfall and warm summers.
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