Canada is a large, expansive country with a variety of natural wonders. The beauty of Canada is evident in its land and people, as well as a number of unique tourist attractions that draw travellers from around the world. If you're exploring Canada for the first time, don't miss the following exciting destinations.

The most beautiful travel destinations in Canada

Whistler

Whistler is a famous ski resort that co-hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics with Vancouver. But Whistler is breathtakingly beautiful and offers much more than just skiing. Some highlights of the region include ice sailing, ziplining through the trees, slides, the Coca-Cola Tube Park, glaciers that you can fly over by plane and the largest population of bald eagles in the world. The tourist information centre in Whistler has compiled a list of over 2000 activities in the region.

Drumheller

In Drumheller, Jurassic Park becomes reality. Drumheller in Alberta is the dinosaur capital of the world and features a 26 metre tall dinosaur with a viewing platform in its mouth. From there you can admire the beautiful landscape of the Drumheller Valley. There are dozens of natural and man-made attractions in the region. The Hoo-Doos are a 5-7 metre high rock formation that has formed over millions of years. The Royal Tyrell Museum has the largest palaeontological collection in the world. Finally, don't forget the Atlas Coal Mine, a coal mine where you can drive a real coal wagon.

White whales and bears

Churchill in Manitoba is a small town with just 1000 inhabitants. Despite this, the town is very popular with tourists, as you can see two fascinating animal species up close here. Every summer there are over 3000 beluga whales in the Churchill River. In October and November, you can go on excursions in special tundra wagons to see the polar bears.

Niagara Falls

One of the most famous wonders of the world is Niagara Falls in Ontario. The cascading masses of water can be viewed from viewing platforms on the side, from a boat, from a helicopter and from a tunnel behind the water. Around one million cubic metres of water fall over the crest every second. In addition to the waterfalls, there are many other attractions in the area for all ages. Some of these include a marine theme park, a casino and a 19th century fort.

Gaspé

In addition to the main tourist destinations in Quebec (Montreal and Quebec City), Gaspé is not to be missed. It was in Gaspé Bay that Jacques Cartier erected a cross in 1534, claiming Canada for the King of France. Almost 500 years later, the region is attracting more and more visitors to Percé Rock, Parc de la Gaspésie, Reford Garden and Miguasha, as well as a multitude of picturesque little villages.

Bay of Fundy

Twice a day, the Bay of Fundy sees the highest tides in the world, when the bay fills with 1000 billion tonnes of water. The area offers a rich ecosystem and stunning coastline. Those looking for a special thrill can ride the tidal surf waves.