Find Out More About Queens Charlotte Islands Accommodations

By Kenya Campos


British Columbia is where you will find the outstandingly beautiful Queen Charlotte Island. The islanders are friendly and provide a warm welcome for visitors to their area. The area has a rich and interesting history, with many of the ancient customs still evident in daily life in the villages. Visitors will find that Queens Charlotte Islands accommodations options are available to fit all budgets.

The archipelago is made up of over 1800 islands which gives visitors the opportunity to experience a varied range of activities and terrains. Many of the islands have snow-capped mountains and clean sandy beaches. Visitors have opportunities for exploring forests and getting up close to flora and fauna which is unlikely to be found anywhere else. The region has been officially renamed as Haida Gwaii and is reputed to the top earthquake area in the country. The area is also famous for mountain landslides.

Graham and Moresby Islands are the two main islands offering visitors accommodations. The main ferry terminal for the islands is based on Graham Island in the village of Skidegate. Graham Island is the largest and has several villages in close proximity to each other. Accommodation options include bed and breakfast, motels or holiday home rentals.

On Graham Island the village of Masset which sits at the north tip is a center for fishing. The commercial fishing industry has declined in recent years, but that has been offset by the rise in fishing activities related to tourism. Visitors interested in getting up close to the wildlife and bird watchers will find plenty to enthral them on a visit to the Delkatla Wildlife Sanctuary or the Naikon Provincial Park.

Anyone with an interest in art and the history and culture in the islands should visit Old Masset Village. The locals work in front of their houses, carving totem poles that reflect the story of their ancestors and history. Visitors can browse and watch these skilled workers carve out their totem poles and canoes for fishing. The art gallery is famous for its local pieces produced by local artists.

Tiell on Graham Island has the best beaches for collecting driftwood and seashells. Tiell is referred to as a village but has a coffee shop and a store and not much else. Tiell does offer a limited opportunity on a camp site for anyone wanting to set up a tent.

Moresby Island is smaller with most of the inhabitants living in and around the village of Sandspit. The main industry on Moresby is and always has been logging. The Moresby Island airport provides flights to and from the mainland in British Columbia and is situated in Sandspit. In addition to a motel, the village also offers vacation rental properties and bed and breakfast facilities.

Haida Gwaii offers visitors limited options for accommodation. There is no five star type facilities, but what is on offer is generally comfortable, clean and welcoming. The accommodation and facilities reflect the culture and lifestyle of the islands people. Service is friendly and visitors have a wide range of activities available to them and will leave the islands with some life-long memories.




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