Summer Family Adventure Holidays to British Columbia

Visiting British Columbia in the summer is a fantastic idea, with its many protected national parks, ecological reserves, historic sites and marine parks. The region is rich with natural beauty and one of the best ways to take full advantage of it is to book one of the fantastic family adventure holidays. Even a short trip can be remarkably rewarding, if you know exactly where to go and what to do. For those who love the outdoors, the following sites and activities must not be missed on family adventure holidays.

River Rafting in Chilliwack

Although predominantly considered to be an agricultural community, there is no shortage of tourist attractions to see in Chilliwack. The city has a host of provincial and regional parks as well being home to the stunning and renowned Bridal Veil Falls. Surrounded by towering mountain peaks, the city's proximity to various natural attractions makes it an enticing destination for family adventure holidays. One of the most popular activities in Chilliwack for fun-loving, active families is river rafting. You'll have the choice of several rivers, including the Vedder River and the Fraser River, which offer exciting, picturesque routes and panoramic views of Chilliwack.

Kayaking and Hiking in Bowen Island

For the ultimate family adventure, holidays to Bowen Island are a popular choice - even just for day excursions. This island municipality attracts huge numbers of visitors, and popular outdoor activities include hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, and much more. Part of the charm of the island is that it is only a short 20-minute ferry ride from West Vancouver, but it feels thousands of miles away from any city. Even if you already have a set itinerary, spending a few hours on Bowen Island will be a worthwhile detour to experience a unique and beautiful destination.

Hiking and Horseback Riding in Golden Ears Provincial Park

Golden Ears Provincial Park is one of the largest reserves in British Columbia, which means that it also has the most diverse selection of water and land based activities, It would be remiss not to spend some time at Golden Ears if you're coming to the area on family adventure holidays, as it offers so many opportunities for active, outdoor pursuits. Two of the top ways to explore the region are by horseback riding or hiking the many trails that network the park. Alouette Lake, located at the very edge of the park, is an ideal location for water-skiing and windsurfing.

Richard Edwards is the Managing Director of Summit and Blue, a specialist adventure and activity holiday company offering independently crafted family adventure holidays to exciting destinations around the world, including France, Italy, Portugal, the USA and Canada. With unique itineraries and exciting activities like biking, hiking, white water rafting and canoeing, we create holidays for families looking for an experience a little more off the beaten track.

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