Rainforests, they’re not just for tropical countries. There’s one in Canada too. Twenty-one million acres of it. There, you will find King Pacific, one of the new breeds of ‘eco-lodges’.
Developers worked closely with local First Nation tribes in order to support the local economy. As a result, you can visit their remote villages (inaccessible by road) to discover a unique culture and place of spiritual significance.
Much care has been taken to eliminate the carbon and eco-footprint of the hotel, so you can rest assured that it has a minimum impact on its environment.
The hotel is actually a vast floating barge towed 116 miles (187 km) from its winter home to its summer location deep inside the Great Bear Rainforest.
Wilderness hiking and kayaking are tempting options, as are the sea and freshwater fishing excursions. Thrillingly, you can spot rare wildlife, from humpback whales to White Bears.
In the evenings, you will have a rare opportunity for star-gazing, and the hotel will provide you with a powerful telescope to use out on the sun deck, which is also great for watching sunrises and sunsets.
Princess Royal Island, the home of King Pacific Lodge floating hotel.
To reach the remote location in the Great Bear Rainforest, you will have to catch a ride on a float plane that can land on water.
But the adventurous travel to this pristine part of the world will be worth all the hassle. Nature is bursting with colors, and the forests are untouched by human activities.
King Pacific's floating palace in British Columbia is as eco-friendly as possible. The building is towed away after the season, and they leave behind no trace.
The main building is the King Pacific fishing and adventure lodge, and there is an additional smaller house next to it called the Copper Lodge.
The traditional lodge-style lounge has comfy seating and a brick fireplace, making those heartwarming crackling sounds.
The King Pacific fishing lodge is proud to make some of the freshest salmon dishes you could ever get.
King Pacific can house up to 34 people, while the smaller adjacent Copper Lodge has room for another 10.
The Wilderness View Rooms have a magical rainforest panorama, while the Ocean View Rooms overlook the scenic Saint Johns Harbour.
The King Pacific's spa is equipped as if it was located in a city in a five-star hotel. There is a hot tub, a steam room, and a sauna. And if you need a refreshing massage, the therapy room overlooks the Canadian wilderness.
The lodge has a veranda around its building where you can sit peacefully and enjoy the spectacular natural views.
The lodge offers daily yoga classes if you like to start your day by exercising.
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