Find Out More About Queens Charlotte Islands Accommodations

By Kenya Campos


If you are looking for a warm and friendly welcome when you visit Queen Charlotte Island you will not be disappointed. The natives are friendly and the region is said to be one of the most beautiful in the world. The islands are steeped in history and culture with many custom still evident in todays island lifestyle. Anyone who chooses to visit and takes advantage of Queens Charlotte Islands accommodations will find something that fits well within their budget.

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.

Visitors looking for somewhere to stay will find that the two islands of Graham and Moresby are the main accommodation venues. The ferry terminal based in the village of Skidegate connects the island with the mainland. The several villages on Graham are fairly close to each other making a trip around the island easy. Most visitors will find that bed and breakfast, a motel or a vacation rental are the accommodation options.

Masset Village is at the northern tip of Graham Island and is the commercial center for their fishing industry. Although there has been a significant decline in the commercial fishing industry, the area has seen a strong growth in recreational fishing and the associated tourist industry. The village also offers access to the Delkatla Wildlife Sanctuary and Naikon Provincial Park which are a must see for wildlife and bird watching enthusiasts.

Art lovers and historians will find a visit to the Old Masset Village a real treat. Visitors can observe the islanders at work in the front yard carving out the totem poles which tell the history of the islanders, their culture and their beliefs. The canoes that are used for fishing are also carved by hand. Many examples of the pieces produced by local people are available for viewing in the villages art gallery.

Graham Island has some of the best beaches for collecting seashells and driftwood or spending a relaxing few hours. The area around Tiell Village offers a camp ground for those who want to get closer to nature. The village which is not really a village with homes, offers a coffee shop and a general store which are at the heart of the community.

The smaller Moresby Island has its community centred around the village of Sandspit. Logging has historically been and still is the main industry on the island. Sandspit is home to the airport which connects the islands with the mainland. The accommodation types available in Sandspit include bed and breakfast, holiday home rentals and motel rooms.

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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