Located on picturesque Kaien Island at the mouth of the Skeena River on British Columbia’s north coast, is the port city of Prince Rupert. First Nations culture, the north coast fishing history, and the spectacular coastal environment with its proximity to Southern Alaska offer visitors a unique holiday experience, whether coming by road or by water. Prince Rupert is fast becoming a major Cruise Ship port of call and is a stop on the Alaska Marine Highway.

Situated 920km (550 miles) north of Vancouver and 65km (40 miles) south of southeast Alaska in British Columbia (Canada’s western most province), the area is one of the oldest continuously occupied regions of the world.

The city has a number of superb museums and attractions that provide visitors an look into life on the north coast. A thriving arts community exists in this region and has produced many internationally acclaimed artists. The Performing Arts Centre has been voted one of the top three performance venues in Canada.

You will find some of the most breath-taking scenery anywhere, as water, rainforest, mountains and fresh air meet. The 140km (90 mile) drive between Prince Rupert and Terrace has been given a five star rating by the Michelin Green Guide.

On the water you will find the north coast at its most impressive. The coastline is alive with wildlife, waterfalls, sandy white beaches, hot springs and the haunting remains of many a ghost town. The north coast is so vast it is home to Canada’s only Grizzly Bear Sanctuary – the Khutzeymateen. The area is also privileged to some of the highest concentrations of Humpback Whales in North America and is one of the main gateways to Princess Royal Island – the best place in the world to view the rare white Kermode (Spirit) Bear. Long a sport fishing destination, wildlife viewing, kayaking and cruising the coastline are growing in popularity as people begin to discover the magical qualities of this region.