A visit to Whistler, British Columbia is akin to being almost as near to the top of the world as one can get. Situated 125 kilometers north of Vancouver, Whistler attracts two million visitors per year for skiing in winter, and mountain biking in summer. Once you have arrived and secured accommodations, it is time to commence taking part in some of the fantastic summer activities, perhaps beginning with enjoying a barbecue feast at Roundtree Lodge at a picnic table on the deck or dining indoors at an elevation of1800 meters. Menu options include chicken, pork, corn on the cob and desserts. Arrive in style aboard the Peak2Peak Gondola.
For animal lovers, taking a bear tour is a must. High in the mountains, approximately 70 bears may be spotted as well as deer, grouse, marmots, owls and hawks. From a 4×4 vantage point, visitors who travel the ski access roadways through meadows and woodlands come away with a new appreciation for black bears and other fauna in their natural habitat. In summer, ski lifts provide transportation to walking trails known for their breathtaking vistas and wildflowers covering the slopes and the mountainside.
A popular family-oriented attraction is Adventure Zone. Activities in this special area include a mini-golf course destined to challenge players of all ages and skill levels. A specially designed Bungee Trampoline affords the opportunity to experience jumps, flips and athletic maneuvers 8 meters in the air. Following a guided horseback riding adventure, trying the NASA fashioned Gyroscope, or winding your way through a spider walk situated 8meters above the ground are all other must dos at Adventure Zone. For a very enjoyable, educational experience, be sure to visit the Squamish Lil’wat Culture Center. Here visitors will view exhibits of native art and artifacts honoring two native tribal nations.
Many zip line enthusiasts believe that wherever they have participated in this sport, their zip lining experience cannot be topped, until they take a ZiplineEcotour high above Fitzsimmons Creek. If a zip lining adventure is not enough, guided ATV treks take place on the trails between the Whistler mountain ranges. Many visitor reviews cite the Whistler Tree Trek adventure to rank among the experiences of a lifetime. Guided tours are conducted via a series of ramps and suspension bridges for a Canopy Walk through cedar, hemlock and fir trees. For the ultimate in the realm of sunset viewing, take a 4×4 jeep tour to enjoy the sunset from a remote cabin nestled in the side of Blackcomb Mountain. Be sure to visit Ridebooker transportation services online for information on the Whistler bus to Vancouver and comprehensive transportation solutions for your trip. Whatever the reason, there is always something to experience in summer at Whistler, B.C.
Author Bio:
Jack Benefold is a travel and tourism expert who writes about exciting travel destinations in Canada. Jack highly recommends visiting Whistler and suggests Ridebooker transportation services for their Whistler bus to Vancouver as well as comprehensive transportation solutions in and around Whistler.
