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Even though the lodge at Haida Gwaii Safaris is quiet for the winter, the flavors you love do not have to be.Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down, cook something special, and remember those evenings in the dining room after a full day on the water, with great company, tired arms, and a…
Celebrate the Holidays with Fresh-Caught Salmon & Halibut from Haida Gwaii Safaris The holidays are a time for family, friends, and, of course, delicious meals. There’s nothing quite like sharing a meal made from the fresh salmon and halibut caught during your Haida Gwaii Safaris adventure. Here are some festive recipes to make your catches…
Meet April Dutheil and learn about her passion for promoting local artists and her early years at Haida Gwaii Safaris. My name is April Dutheil and I’m the owner and operator of Crystal Cabin Gallery, an art and jewelry gallery on Haida Gwaii. Founded in 1984 by my parents, Dutes and Laura, I took over…
Morning — Arrival & Lodge Welcome Your day begins the moment you step off the plane in Sandspit. Our beautiful, rustic lodge overlooks the gorgeous Shingle Bay in Sandspit. Once you have landed in Sandspit, we will pick you up in our exclusive shuttle and whisk you to the lodge. You will enjoy the wonderful…
Looking for the ultimate Pacific halibut fishing experience? Haida Gwaii Safaris offers world-class opportunities to catch one of the most coveted fish in the Pacific Ocean: the Pacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis). Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, fishing for halibut in the pristine waters of Haida Gwaii is an adventure you won’t forget….
In the heart of the Northern British Columbia Coast, a profound journey of reclamation and cultural revival has been unfolding. The Haida Nation, with its rich heritage and deep connection to the land and sea, has been at the forefront of this transformation. This story begins in 1787, when Captain George Dixon surveyed the islands….
“The service at the lodge and the hands-on friendliness of owner Valerie Hoperich. Valerie has been doing this for years and she brings a welcoming touch to the lodge that was not lost on many of the guests there. Little things like a warm bowl of homemade soup waiting for you when you came in…
We’d like to believe the salmon think about us as much as we think about them, but for the salmon- it’s all about the herring! The herring are critical to the Haida Gwaii ecosystem, keeping it all in balance. The First Nations of Haida Gwaii refer to them as an “indicator species” and “cultural keystone…
Haida Gwaii Safaris is located in Haida Gwaii in the little town of Sandspit. Sandspit is on the east coast of Moresby Island. And if you didn’t know, we do all of our fishing off the west coast of the islands in Cartwright Sound. So how do we get there? Well, we definitely don’t go…
Haida Gwaii Black Bears Meet the Haida Gwaii black bear. These bears are endemic to Haida Gwaii. Meaning that they are not found anywhere else in the world! The Haida Gwaii black bear is a subspecies of the American black bear. They are considered the largest of the subspecies. Over time they have evolved to…
