While exploring this magnificent North American nation, be sure to join one of Emerald Tours curated DiscoverMORE programs. These optional experiences, available at additional cost and complementing your included excursions.

Our special collection of DiscoverMORE tours highlight the gems of each destination and are designed to grant you rare insights and a wealth of immersive experiences that venture beyond the ordinary travel encounters. Helping you get the most out of your Canada adventure and to experience some of the incredible highlights and destinations that await, here are our top five, unmissable DiscoverMORE excursions.

Victoria is not only Canada’s whale-watching capital but ranks as one of the planet’s best whale watching areas. During this exciting three-hour excursion, set amid a backdrop of beautiful scenery off Vancouver Island, you’re likely to spot resident orcas or humpbacks in their natural habitat. You might also encounter other marine inhabitants such as sea lions and porpoises, as well as bald eagles, raptors and shore birds.

Naturalist experts will discuss with you the biology and habits of the North Pacific Coast’s marine wildlife and ecosystems throughout the excursion, while you’ll find photographic opportunities are phenomenal. For this top-rated activity, choose from two options: a 12-seater, high-speed zodiac for an exhilarating open-air ride, or an ocean cruiser (motor yacht) with capacity for a maximum of 84 passengers that offers multiple indoor-outdoor viewing options.

Within Canada's first National Park, Banff, (established 1885), experience a thrilling scenic rafting trip along the Bow River. Seasoned rowers will guide you gently downstream for approximately seven kilometres beneath the majestic Rockies, while authoritative river guides impart fascinating insight on Bow Valley's nature and local history. 

Along the way, you’ll encounter extraordinary views of some of the tallest mountain peaks in the Rockies Front Range and the famous Hoodoos, surreal geological formations of sandstone pillars with rock caps, as well as various wildlife sightings.

The rugged mountains surrounding Whistler, regarded as one of the world’s greatest ski resorts, are home to a significant population of black bears. From Whistler, you’ll head off in a small group into the wilds beyond in comfort and style with your expert local guide. Experience driving through Whistler’s spectacular scenic routes and hidden back-country gems, in search of bears in the wild searching for their next meal.

Whistler is also the gateway to Blackcomb Mountain and the astonishing Peak 2 Peak Gondola. At 436 metres (1,427feet) high above the valley floor, the world’s highest lift of its kind and a marvel of engineering features one, continuous lift system.

On this thrilling tour, you’ll be transported to an otherworldly destination, admiring the 360-degree views and ever-changing scenery – from blooming wildflowers to ancient glaciers – that are part of the stunning Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains.

Experience more of the spellbinding views that Canada can offer. Board the famous Banff Gondola, within the stunning Banff National Park, for a short ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain, soaking up the picture-postcard mountain scenery. At the summit, admire breathtaking, bird’s-eye views of Banff township, the surrounding peaks and valleys – including Bow Valley – and six mountain ranges, while you enjoy a sumptuous buffet breakfast specially prepared for you.

For those seeking even more exciting adventures, experience an exhilarating helicopter flight above a choice of two breathtaking and iconic Canadian landmarks. Soar high over the jaw-dropping Niagara Falls in the far southeast corner of the nation – serving as the international border between the USA and Canada - and take in the awesome sight of the beautiful American Falls and Canadian Horseshoe Falls.

Alternatively, over in Canada’s west, setting off from Banff, enjoy a sensational helicopter flight over the surreal Three Sisters Mountains, regarded as the most photogenic peaks nestled amid the Canadian Rockies.

These amazing DiscoverMORE excursions will surely whet your appetite, but there are so many more incredible adventures, unforgettable experiences and enthralling attractions that are waiting to be discovered in Canada – whatever destination you choose and time of year you plan to visit.