Discover Ontario - Ontario Tourism

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In Ontario you’re never far from amazing scenery, from the emerald
and amber rolling hills and dense boreal forests, to the 250,000 lakes
and endless rivers, paths and hiking trails. Getting active outdoors
couldn't be easier. And with so many ways to tap into your inner
explorer, Ontario has adventures to suit everyone
MANITOULIN ISLAND
Located on the Northern Ontario
side of Georgian Bay, a ferry
ride from Tobermory on the Bruce
Peninsula, Manitoulin is Northern
Ontario’s best-kept secret. The
world’s largest freshwater island,
it is the gateway not only to the
north, but also to Canada’s First
Nations heritage. Here you can follow
the Great Spirit Circle Trail, which
encompasses eight First Nations
communities. Browse Aboriginal
galleries and stores, sample authentic
cuisine and attempt traditions such
as beading or spirit rock painting.
Year-round opportunities for outdoor
adventure abound here too, with the
island a beacon for for cyclists and
hikers, drawn to enjoy the scenic
winding roads and magnificent trails.
In the winter it's a favourite spot
for cross country skiing, ice fishing,
snowmobiling, skating and curling.
(www.manitoulin-island.com)
CHAPLEAU
Chapleau is situated within
the boreal forest and Arctic
watershed region of Northern
Ontario, and is home to the
world’s largest Crown Game
Preserve. Established in 1925, it
covers 700,000 hectares, and is
an exciting destination for nature
and wildlife travellers.
Every indigenous creature
known to Ontario is found here,
including 2,000 black bears,
and the region is a mecca for
wildlife photographers who can
take trips with rangers and stay
in a typical wilderness lodge.
Chapleau also offers beautiful
scenery, best explored by 4x4,
canoe, kayak, mountain-bike
and on foot. Other activities
include bird watching and fishing.
THE 1,000
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NORTHERN
ONTARIO
If you want to get right into
the middle of nowhere, board
the Polar Bear Express from
Cochrane to Moosonee and
Moose Factory, a rail excursion
through some of Ontario’s
most spectacular wilderness.
Moosonee is just 19km south of
James Bay, Canada’s gateway to
the Arctic. Oddly, though it’ll feel
like you are way up north, it’s on
the same latitude as London! The
train ride is a six-hour trip and as
you pass mile upon mile of dense
forest, it will feel as if you've
reached the heart of nature.
MUSKOKA
Fondly referred to as ‘cottage
country’, Muskoka is just two
hours north of Toronto – yet offers
an unplugged pace that’s a world
away from Canada’s largest city,
making it perfect for visitors who
wish to combine urban and outdoor
experiences into one fantastic holiday.
Muskoka has many things to do and
see year-round. Enjoy a steamship
cruise; ride a trail on a horse, sled,
snowmobile or mountain bike;
perfect your golf swing; tube, board
or ski down a hill of fresh powdered
snow; zip-line through majestic pines;
get a closer look at wildlife; fish for
that big one; savour local beer and
wine; swim in crystal-clear lakes.
The 2,500 square-mile natural
playground includes 8,699 miles of
shoreline, 17 charming small towns
and villages, more than 2,000 lakes
and countless waterfalls and rivers.
And with more than 80 resorts to
choose from – including five-star
hotels, family-run lodges, quaint
inns, historic Bed and Breakfasts and
rustic cottage resorts – Muskoka has
accommodation to suit all tastes and
pockets. (www.discovermuskoka.ca)
he 1,000 Islands is a sightseer’s
Tparadise. It's actually an
archipelago of 1,864 islands that
straddles the Canada-US border in the
St Lawrence River as it emerges from
the northeast corner of Lake Ontario.
This UNESCO World Biosphere
Reserve is a region of endless
shorelines, rich history and unique
culture. First-time visitors should take
a 1,000 Islands Boat Tour – the easiest
and fastest way to learn some of the
amazing history of the islands. But the
most refreshing and rewarding way to
explore the islands is by kayak:
the region offers world-class sea
kayaking for all levels of paddlers.
(www.visit1000islands.com)
Northern Ontario
Wilderness
Adventure
Cost: From £2,132pp
Duration: 12 nights
Operator: Discover the World
This unique holiday offers an
introduction to the spectacular
wilderness of northern Ontario.
Search for wildlife in the world’s
largest game reserve, experience
a personal encounter with First
Nations culture and explore
lakes, mountains and forests by
road, rail, boat and bushplane.
For more information, go to
ontariotravel.net/ukadventure
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