Trip summary

We're pretty much alone in Lake Superior's north shore wilderness and Nootka Island's rugged west coast.

  • Solitude and magnificent scenery
  • Hiking and canoeing
  • Outstanding wildlife viewing and photo opportunities
  • Learn to feel at home in nature

Day 1 Toronto & Thunder Bay Day 2-9 Lake Superior and the Slate Islands
Day 10-11 Vancouver & Vancouver Island
Day 12-18 Nootka Island
Day 19-20 Vancouver and departure

Departure: May 2012
Duration: 21 days
Start: Thunder Bay, ON
End: Vancouver, BC
Price: around $Can 4,000, from Thunder Bay
Group size: 6-8

Unforgettable journey led by a man who lives life to the fullest - good teamwork, stellar interpretation and excellent risk management. We'll meet again!'
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  • Salmon roast - Nature Trek Canada expedition
    A feast for all senses along the Nootka coastline.
    Photographer Martin Roosenboom
  • Slate Islands, Ontario - Nature Trek Canada expedition
    The boreal forest of the Slate Islands in Ontario
    Photographer John Hermsen
  • Dinner al fresco - Nature Trek Canada trip
    No shortage of fire wood along the coast!
    Photographer Lo Camps
  • At home with caribou - Nature Trek Canada expedition
    Caribou seem to like a pot of freshly made coffee...
    Photographer Jan Idsenga
  • Slate Islands, Ontario - Nature Trek Canada expedition
    Nature rules and we will adjust to that.
    Photographer Martijn Haans
  • Nootka coast, BC - Nature Trek Canada expeditions
    Not so hard to adjust to some beaches though...
    Photographer Lo Camps
  • Nootka trail, BC coast - Nature Trek Canada expedition
    Varied landscapes and rugged coastlines.
    Photographer Herald Helsen
  • Back to the Basics - Nature Trek Canada expeditions
    Home made spoons: the real thing!
    Photographer Herald Helsen
  • Sea Otter - Nature Trek Canada expeditions
    Great wildlife watching opportunities if you give yourself time.
    Photographer Martijn Raijmakers
  • In hot water - Nature Trek Canada expeditions
    Lake Superior waters need a little helping hand
    Photographer Lo Camps

Back to the Basics expedition

We lead increasingly urbanized lives and may gradually lose a comfortable connection with our wild surroundings. We at NTC feel that is not a good thing, as wilderness is for us a great source of inspiration and discovery. This journey lets you explore true wilderness by spending time in two completely different locations. Once there we blend a sense of adventure, an introduction to wildlife and environment with ways to familiarize yourself with your newsurroundings.

Our twin destinations are the boreal wilderness of northern Ontario and the rainforest at the edge of Vancouver Island. We'll spend 8 days in each location, far from civilization. This expedition will introduce you to the principles of wilderness of each region. This is not a survival course but a great trip filled with discovery, wildlife observations and a gentle introduction to essential wilderness techniques.

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