BRITISH COLUMBIA & ALBERTA
British Columbia and Alberta offer travellers a remarkable mix of landscapes, cultures and year round experiences that make them two of Canada’s most versatile destinations.
In British Columbia, travellers can explore vibrant coastal cities, rainforest hiking trails, Indigenous cultures, world class skiing and alpine adventures, along with iconic wildlife viewing and outdoor experiences that shift beautifully with the seasons.
Alberta’s Rocky Mountains provide striking scenery at any time of year, from summer hiking among turquoise lakes to autumn larch forests, winter skiing in Banff and Jasper and spring wildlife encounters across the national parks.
Both provinces offer accessible adventure, dramatic road trip routes, rich cultural stories and a sense of space that resonates strongly with Australians who value nature, freedom and authentic connection.
Whether travellers want snow filled days, warm summer exploration or a quieter shoulder season escape, British Columbia and Alberta deliver the kind of outdoor focused and culturally rich journeys that Australians travel to Canada to find.
British Columbia
British Columbia is a global winter playground with 13 major ski resorts, making it ideal for active Outdoor Explorers.
Key Experiences:
British Columbia’s Kootenay Rockies is home to the POWDER HIGHWAY®, where deep snow, mountain towns and some of the most downhome, stash-laden, adventure-packed ski resorts in North America exist. This legendary place offers an abundance of deep Kootenay powder melded with authentic ski towns, full of vibrant locals.Throw in some of the world’s most renowned heli-skiing and cat-skiing operations, as well as highly-coveted backcountry lodges and this area of British Columbia stands out as one of the premier ski destinations.
Join Northern Rockies Adventures for an all-inclusive Northern Lights getaway. Board an exclusive private charter flight and set course for the North, stay in a remote Lodge and bespoke resort in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Catch the Northern Lights and experience unforgettable guided daytrips. Dine on culinary delicacies prepared by a talented team of chefs and enjoy the beauty of pristine Northern BC.
Alberta
Alberta’s rugged mountain environment delivers iconic Canadian winter experiences.
Key Experiences:
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Skate on Lake Louise, dog sled in Kananaskis or go on a guided snow-shoeing tour in Banff
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Escape into the mountains at Mount Engadine Lodge a secluded wilderness lodge & glamping resort nestled between the spectacular mountains of Kananaskis, ideal for unplugged nature immersion
Enjoy a northern lights experience in Alberta that combines clear winter skies, Métis culture, and modern comfort.
Alberta takes great pride in its wide-open spaces, and Métis Crossing is recognized for being located in one of these expansive areas. The Northern Lights are often spotted in these regions, and the dark, wide, and unpolluted night skies make your aurora borealis viewing experience most optimal.
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