Activities in British Columbia, Canada

To view details of British Columbia,  activities click the links below.
To view British Columbia activity business listings click the BC Regional links on the right.

British Columbia Summer Activities British Columbia Winter Activities

Canada Parks
Canada parks

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Backpacking

Fishing Guides & Charters

Fishing

Dog Sled Tours

Dog sled tours

Canada Ice Fishing
Ice fishing

Kayak Tours
Kayak tours

flightseeing
Flightseeing

Golf Courses

Golf courses

Downhill Skiing
Downhill skiing

Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing

Heritage sites - museums
Heritage - museums

Whale Watching
Whale tours

Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife - tours

Snowboarding
Snowboarding

Snowmobile tours, rentals
Snowmobiling

Horseback Riding Tours, Guides
Equestrian

hiking
Hiking

Canoeing
Canoeing

Spa Vacations
Spas

Cross Country Skiing
Xc skiing

Houseboat Rentals
Houseboats

Rafting Tours
Rafting

Mountain Biking
Mountain bike

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Heli skiing

Vineyards and Wineries
Vineyards

Storm Watching
Storm watching

Bird Watching
Birdwatching

Off Road
Off road

Cycling
Cycling

Rock Climbing
Rock climbing 

Scuba Diving
Scuba diving

Surfing, surf shops, lessons
Surfing

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Beaches

Boating & Marine
Boating

Wind Sports
Wind sports

British Columbia Summer Tourism

BC is a top destination in Canada during the late spring, summer and early fall seasons. The moderate climate, fantastic wilderness scenery, friendly people and the high number of activities and adventures attract many to our province every year from around the world.

The summer weather conditions in BC is unpredictable at times. Historically it is mostly sunny, with some periods of rain and cloud mixed in. Temperatures often reach into the low 30+ degrees Celsius range ( 86 Fahrenheit).

For the sightseeing traveler seeking a relaxing time in BC there are plenty of attractions to enjoy like wilderness reserves, wetlands, museums, art galleries, heritage sites, wildlife sanctuaries, points of interest landmarks, parks, hot springs, wildlife tours, spas, wineries, orchards, flower gardens, theatres and more.

For the active traveler there is a ton to do in the summer months. BC is ideal for activities like fishing, off roading, mountain biking, cycling, houseboating, boating, sailing, kayaking, surfing, canoeing, swimming, water skiing, parasailing, windsurfing, kite surfing, golfing, scuba diving, horseback riding, hiking, caving, backpacking, camping and so much more.

All visitors planning on visiting British Columbia, Canada from May long weekend to the first week in September should book their accommodations and tours well in advance... using this website of course.

BC Winter Tourism

British Columbia, Canada is a winter wonderland attracting visitors to the province from all over the world. Because BC in the west is under sunny skies most of time well the rest of Canada is under snow. Hence why in BC, Canada a golf game at the lower elevations and skiing at the alpine elevations in the same day is possible and common.

Most arrive to explore the snow covered higher elevations in the alpine peaks. In BC  there are ski resorts attracting people to the province to snow ski, snowboard, cross country ski, snowmobile, snowshoe, storm watch or attend a BC spa.

During the winter months in BC, Canada ski hills buzz with activity, as outdoor snow enthusiasts gather to experience some of the best ski and snowboard runs and trails available in Canada

A big misnomer, globally, is that all of Canada is snow country every day and throughout most of the year. Hellooo ... no igloos here. Canada's weather is very diverse in each region.

The Rocky Mountains, the winds blowing off the Pacific Ocean affords BC, Canada a whole different weather system then what most of Canada is receiving. BC is the year round playground of the northwest, per say.

In the winter and spring seasons come and enjoy some of the cultural arts and theatre available in BC like any of the art festivals, gallery exhibits, museums and "world class" theatres.

In the peak of the winter season it is relatively busy for British Columbia travel winter tourism businesses.


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