Haida Gwaii

Where rainforest meets ocean

Haida Gwaii lies at the outer edge of Canada’s northwest coast, where old-growth forest meets the open Pacific and the tide leaves its mark on every shore. Across this archipelago, land, sea, and culture are closely entwined, shaping a journey defined by scale, quiet, and connection.

Haida village sites and cultural landscapes

Travel into Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and Haida Heritage Site, where village sites, old-growth forest, and remote waterways reveal the depth of this remarkable archipelago. 

At sites such as T’aanuu, K’uuna, and SGang Gwaay, house remains and memorial poles speak to enduring Haida history. At SGang Gwaay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Haida Guardian Watchmen share stories, knowledge, and protocol that deepen your understanding of this extraordinary place.

Wildlife of shore, forest, and sea

Wildlife is abundant here across shore, forest, and sea. Whales travel the surrounding channels, black bears forage along the tideline, and seabirds fill the air above rocky islets and offshore waters. With patience and close attention, each landing and passage offers new ways to witness the richness of an ecosystem shaped by both island and ocean.

Haida voices throughout the journey

This journey is enriched by Haida voices and perspectives. Through interpretation, storytelling, and shared knowledge, Haida hosts and cultural leaders offer insight into an archipelago shaped by long relationship, responsibility, and care. Their presence helps guide the experience on the water and ashore.

Exploration by ship, shore, and small craft

Travelling by expedition ship allows you to experience Haida Gwaii with flexibility and depth. Shore landings, Zodiac excursions, and opportunities for kayaking bring you into closer contact with remote beaches, sheltered inlets, intertidal life, and forested coastlines. Each day brings a different way of experiencing the archipelago.

A journey shaped by conditions

In Haida Gwaii, tides, weather, wildlife, and local guidance all help shape the day. This flexibility is part of the experience, allowing the expedition to respond thoughtfully to changing conditions and to travel with care in a place where attentiveness matters.