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Canada is a land of awe-inspiring natural beauty, rich history, and diverse cultures. For those seeking unique and meaningful travel experiences, Canada’s newest tourism offerings for 2023 are not to be missed. From Indigenous-owned wilderness resorts to cultural interpretive destinations, there are endless opportunities to explore the natural and cultural wonders of this magnificent country. Let’s take a closer look at eight of the newest and most exciting adventures that can only be experienced in Canada.

Klahoose Wilderness Resort, British Columbia Nestled in the heart of Desolation Sound, Klahoose Wilderness Resort is the newest Indigenous-owned and operated resort in British Columbia. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, this resort offers an immersive exploration of the pristine region rich in diverse wilderness and cultural significance. From Toba Inlet wildlife tours, including spring bear viewing and late summer/autumn grizzly bear salmon run tours led by Indigenous guides, to exploring the natural and supernatural spirits of the land and its people, Klahoose Wilderness Resort promises an unforgettable adventure. It is open seasonally from May 11 to October 20, 2023.

Klahoose Wilderness Resort, British Columbia

Métis Crossing, Alberta Métis Crossing in Smokey Lake, Alberta, is the province’s first major Métis cultural interpretive destination. Guests can embark on guided cultural interpretive experiences, sharing the distinct Indigenous story of the Métis people in an interactive way, with signature experiences that change with the seasons. Explore the wildlife with Visions, Hopes and Dreams for an up-close encounter with white bison, wood bison, plains bison, elk, and Percheron horses.

Lazy Bear Expeditions Matonabee, Churchill, Manitoba Lazy Bear Expeditions is renowned for its subarctic adventures in Canada’s remote Churchill. In August 2023, it will launch the Matonabee, a 23-metre catamaran, and the only cruise ship able to take tourists along the western coast of Hudson Bay. The Matonabee has the unique ability to deploy rigid inflatable boats (zodiacs) for deep exploration of remote areas of Hudson Bay, providing unforgettable beluga whale, polar bear, and bearded seal viewing opportunities during the Canadian summer months.

Tutchone Tours, Yukon Territory 2023 marks the 125th anniversary of the legendary Klondike Gold Rush, making it the perfect time for history buffs to discover the Yukon’s gold rush and First Nation history. Embark on a full-day riverboat tour from Minto Landing to Fort Selkirk with Tutchone Tours, including a guided tour of the township, wildlife encounters, and an Indigenous beading class. Listen to the stories of the Northern Tutchone people and visit an Indigenous-owned fish camp.

The Leaf – Canada’s Diversity Gardens, Winnipeg, Manitoba The Leaf – Canada’s Diversity Gardens opened in late 2022 in Winnipeg, the capital city of Manitoba, and is touted to be the most significant horticultural development undertaken in Canada in the past 25 years. Visitors to the ever-changing gardens will explore themes of sustainability and conservation, beauty and expression, spirituality and consciousness, and experience innovative horticulture, mosaics of colour and fragrance, exotic plants, and balmy environments. Featuring stunning architecture and state-of-the-art design, The Leaf invites visitors to explore four unique indoor plant biomes.

Indigenous Niagara Living Museum Tours, Niagara Falls, Ontario Experience the mighty Falls from the Indigenous point of view with Indigenous Niagara Living Museum Tours. The Niagara region’s first guided Indigenous tours feature animated encounters and engagements with Indigenous peoples, cultural interpreters, historians, food specialists, and artisans.