Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

What you will visit:

Great Bear Rainforest Exploration by Rail & Road
All aboard VIA Rail for an extraordinary half-day expedition from Prince Rupert to Terrace, British Columbia, through the Great Bear Rainforest, rich in biodiversity and home to black and grizzly bears and coastal wolves. Experience the comfort of the train and delight in the panoramic windows as you traverse the picturesque landscapes. Upon arrival in Terrace, transition seamlessly to a motorcoach for the return journey to Prince Rupert. Enjoy the glorious scenery along one of British Columbia's top five scenic drives, making a stop at Exchamsiks River Provincial Park.

Exchamsiks River Provincial Park Nature Walk
Discover the serene beauty of Exchamsiks River Provincial Park, a hidden gem nestled along the northern shores of the Skeena River in British Columbia, Canada. Enveloped by the stunning coastal Sitka spruce rainforest, this park is a tranquil oasis where the Exchamsiks and Skeena Rivers converge. Embark on a leisurely nature walk and lose yourself in the untouched wilderness that surrounds you. At Exchamsiks River Provincial Park, conservation is paramount, as it safeguards one of the few remaining, pristine, old-growth, coastal, Sitka spruce-salmonberry ecosystems.

What you will see along the way:
On this extraordinary round-trip expedition from Prince Rupert to Terrace, British Columbia, aboard VIA Rail and motorcoach, you'll be treated to a mesmerizing showcase of nature's grandeur. Admire the powerful beauty of the Skeena River as it flows gracefully amidst majestic mountains and ancient forests and keep your eyes peeled for the region's diverse flora and fauna, from towering cedar trees to elusive bears, wolves, goats and eagles. Journey through Kleanza Creek Provincial Park for cascading waterfalls and lush greenery and view ancient First Nations settlements and pioneer landmarks. The scenic drive back to Prince Rupert, celebrated as one of the top five scenic drives in British Columbia, includes a stop at Exchamsiks River Provincial Park.

Photo opportunity:
Keep your cameras at the ready for potential wildlife sightings along the route. Bald eagles soar overhead, and black and grizzly bears can be seen foraging in the forest. Wolves call the area home as do the elusive mountain goats that scale the rocky cliffs. Wildlife sittings are not guaranteed.

Meal:
Refresh during your day with a picnic-style boxed lunch accompanied by bottled water, tea or coffee.