| Every year, thousands of us load up our backpacks | | | | well as internet access. Coupled with a friendly |
| and set off on our own little adventures across vast | | | | environment in which to meet others and share your |
| landscapes and bustling city environments. | | | | backpacking experiences - one such establishment is |
| When we think of backpacking, the first countries | | | | the Beaver Lounge at their Vancouver hostel. |
| that usually spring to mind are Australia and New | | | | With a lot of open wilderness north of the main |
| Zealand. Indeed, many do choose to head to the | | | | cities, Canada is a fantastic destination if you're |
| Southern Hemisphere - mostly because of the | | | | looking to hike, bike or just generally experience |
| climate, and in some cases the surf. | | | | nature. |
| However, have you ever thought about backpacking | | | | Many hotels and hostels will be close to such trails - |
| through destinations in the northern hemisphere? If | | | | with some offering excursions for a small fee. So |
| you're looking to get away and explore vast | | | | you're more than likely going to find some kind of |
| wildernesses dotted with hostels and lively cities | | | | trail or track - surrounded by beautiful scenery - |
| along the way, then Canada should be somewhere | | | | that's just begging to be explored, either on foot or |
| you consider. | | | | by bike. |
| Many who backpack around North America normally | | | | It's advisable to bear climate in mind when planning |
| try to include a trip north of the border as part of | | | | trips to Canada, for whilst summers can be warm |
| their backpacking experience. With a style of life | | | | and sunny, winters can be harsh - with some areas |
| similar to the USA and a mix of British and French | | | | becoming completely cut off in heavy snow. But |
| cultural traditions there's something for everyone. | | | | don't let that thought put you off, as many of the |
| Whether you're looking to visit vibrant cities which | | | | hostels have facilities available should the weather |
| have bustling nightlife or to experience the beauty of | | | | turn a little unpredictable. |
| the scenery - including the world famous Niagara Falls | | | | There are a number of ski resorts dotted around the |
| - then it's worth considering a stopover in Canada as | | | | Rocky Mountain region, which attracts thousands of |
| part of your trip. | | | | winter sports enthusiasts every year. For those |
| There are a wide variety of cheap hotels in Canada | | | | looking for an adrenaline rush during their backpacking |
| to choose from, and a number of companies around | | | | excursions, there are a wide range of activities |
| the country that can help you find cheap and | | | | available all over the country - from sled dog runs to |
| cheerful hostel accommodation during your journey. | | | | white water rafting. |
| SameSun are an example of such a group, with a | | | | So if you're stuck for a location for your next |
| range of hostels available across Canada - from | | | | backpacking excursion, consider heading north for a |
| Vancouver to Banff National Park - which offer a | | | | change. |
| warm place to stay, great food, laundry facilities as | | | | |