If you paddle the Powell Forest Canoe Route, you will cover 57 kilometres, via eight lakes and five portages over the course of between four to six days. We did it in five days but could have knocked it off in four as the wind was calm on our second to last day. It’s not a full-on wilderness adventure, though make no mistake – there are plenty of sections that feel wild and far from humanity. The reality is that there is a network of logging roads, some that even cross the portages, so you might hear the odd logging truck. And on both Lois Lake and Powell Lake, you will pass numerous floating cottages. That might give some people comfort, but others who are looking for extreme solitude won’t find it here. I personally liked the mix. 

The Powell Forest Canoe Route is celebrating its fortieth anniversary this year. Back in the day, the Powell River Tourist Bureau and Chamber of Commerce were approached by the government to find some work for a lot of unemployed loggers and others in the area. Grant money became available and with the help of lifelong canoeist Gerhardt Tollas, a route was proved out that took advantage of old logging and recreational roads for some of the portages. The rest one might say is history. 

In chatting with Randy Mitchell, the original owner of Mitchell’s Canoe & Kayak Sales & Rentals, I heard his concerns about the future of the route. He’d like it to retain its wilder qualities, while protecting riparian areas so the birds and critters living there can continue to do so. That probably requires a bigger buffer when it comes to logging, so there will likely be some politics involved so all parties stay happy. A quote he mentioned, taken from an elderly woman on the Walter Kronkite news hours years ago is likely truer now than ever – “Protect your wild places. You need them to stay sane.” His advice to me, acting as he is now as the spokesperson for the Friends of the Powell Forest Canoe Route, is that everyone needs nature therapy. He says people need to get around in a non-motorized fashion, using their muscles, away from devices. He says magic happens when that happens and you’re sitting around a campfire sharing experiences, staring into the fire. I couldn’t agree more and hope that people follow his sage advice.

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Day one on the Powell Forest Canoe Route

Start: Lois Lake via a shuttle with Sasquatch Trails

Paddle: 8.5 kilometres (plus more for us as we got sidetracked)

Portage: Lois Lake – Horseshoe Lake Portage – 1502 metres one way (we did it three times, two with loads so 4,506 metres total)

Camp: South end of Horseshoe Lake

Experience: Chad Mitchell from Sasquatch Trails picked us up in Lund and dropped us off at the launch site at Lois Lake in the rain. Getting wet right off the bat isn’t my favourite thing to do, but we figured, it would be calm – and it was, and by paddling we would stay warm – and we did until we stopped for lunch. By then we were quite wet even with all our rain gear on, so we pulled on wool hats and down jackets which made all the difference. (Be sure to pack warm clothes for hypothermia-like conditions.)

Lois Lake is dammed – something we didn’t appreciate until we started paddling. The first few kilometres took us past a few floating homes (also an unexpected sight for me) and hundreds of tree stumps. You must pay attention when you’re paddling near the stumps as some stumps are very close to surface. The paddling was easy right off the bat- no big winds or waves to contend with. However, we did get off track – because we didn’t realize you should follow the red markers to the portage. We were doing that – and heading in the right direction but then saw a bridge over a river in the distance and wondered if that might be the way to go. 

The bottom line is that we took a circuitous route to get to the portage – but in fairness to our navigation skills, the river we went to explore was not marked on the map. The first portage is in unbelievably good shape though it is a long one. We did every portage three times; once with the food barrel, paddles, and a small bag or two for John and some of the bigger gear for me. Then we’d walk back, and John would carry the canoe and I’d take the rest of the load. Roughly every 100 to 150 metres there were canoe racks so you could rest. We would usually do around a 500-metre carry and then go back to get the rest of our gear – and continue leapfrogging like that until the end of the portage.

On arrival at Horseshoe Lake, we were pleased to see that there was no one else so we ended up with a prime campsite overlooking the lake. It was lovely, especially as the rain had stopped and we had completely dried out. Setting up camp chairs and enjoying a glass of wine was an awesome way to finish the day.

Day two on the Powell Forest Canoe Route

Start: South end of Horseshoe Lake

Paddle: 4.0 kilometres on the Horseshoe Lake – Nanton Lake combination plus about one kilometre on Ireland Lake and one kilometre on Dodd Lake for a total of 6 kilometres

Portage: North end of Nanton Lake to Ireland Lake – 2310 metres one way plus Ireland Lake to Dodd Lake – 985 metres. Total one way: 3295 metres but we did it three times again, two with loads for a grand total of 9885 metres.

Camp: Chipmunk Peninsula campsite on Dodd Lake

Experience: I always feel like it takes a while to get into the rhythm of the outdoors, and this trip was no exception. We hit our stride on the second day, paddling and portaging from Horseshoe Lake to Dodd Lake. Just getting out of the campsite was interesting. I kneeled in the front of the canoe and pushed logs around creating a path to log-free water. I understand that log jams on Horseshoe Lake are a normal sight.

It was easy paddling up the length of Horseshoe Lake and into Nanton Lake. We both enjoyed the bird life and the peacefulness. Once we reached the portage on Nanton Lake, we had completed all but a couple of kilometres of paddling for the day. Most of our 7-hour day involved two portages.

The first portage to Ireland Lake was relatively easy but it wasn’t in the same sort of shape as the portage to Horseshoe Lake. The second portage from Ireland Lake to Dodd Lake was a treat. Large stumps and some grand looking trees made it an interesting one. By the time we arrived at Dodd Lake, it had started to shower again, and the skies didn’t look like they would clear up anytime soon.

There is a campsite at the end of the portage with lovely views up Dodd Lake. But you can drive to the campsite – and on a trip like this, I much prefer the wilderness experience. We loaded everything back into the canoe and paddled about a kilometre to the Chipmunk Peninsula. There’s a big site here – in the trees so it’s on the dark side, but it’s also way more protected. It turned out to be a great choice as it rained hard all night.  

There is another route that gets you to the Chipmunk Peninsula that involves less portaging. It takes you from the northeast end of Horseshoe Lake up a hill to Little Horseshoe Lake. Another portage puts you on Beaver Lake and then there is a final short portage to Dodd Lake. We had been told that the portage hadn’t been brushed out and that it required more effort than the one we did. But the Mitchell family describe it as being the wildest part of the canoe route and one of their favourite parts of the trip. So, if you like a real wilderness experience go right (east), not left (west) at the end of Horseshoe Lake.

Day three on the Powell Forest Canoe Route

Start: Chipmunk Lake campsite on Dodd Lake 

Paddle: 7.0 kilometres on Dodd Lake – Nanton Lake combination plus 2.2 kilometres on Windsor Lake for a total of 9.2 kilometres 

Portage: Dodd Lake to Windsor Lake – 717 metres one way plus Windsor Lake to Goat Lake – 2379 metres one way. Total one way: 3096 metres but we did it three times again, two with loads, for a grand total of 9288 metres.

Camp: At the end of the portage on Goat Lake

Experience: Today could have been an easy day but we chose to make it the hardest day out of the five with two portages, including the one to Goat Lake via Cardiac Hill.

The day started wet and uninspiring. But in no time the showers stopped, but the mist hung around, creating a moodiness to Dodd Lake. It was a fantastic paddling experience – with quiet water and crystal-clear reflections. In short order we were at the north end of Dodd Lake, doing an easy portage past more massive trees to Windsor Lake. Another quick and beautiful paddle up Windsor Lake put as at the Windsor Lake campsite and the start of the portage to Goat Lake.

After a night of rain, all the Windsor Lake campsites were filled with water. Hopefully money can be found for wood so some tent platforms can be built, as this is not where you want to be staying on a rainy night. After eating lunch in a small shelter with the showers beginning again, we looked at each other and said Let’s get out of here. We decided that we’d rather do the hardest portage of the trip while it was raining because sitting in a tent didn’t have any appeal.

It is a 2,379-metre portage from Windsor Lake to Goat Lake – and after humming and hawing we didn’t get started till about 2 PM. As this was June, we had loads of daylight, so we weren’t worried about portaging in the dark. The portage started off easily enough. There was some climbing, and I was thinking to myself that there seemed to be a lot of undue fuss about Cardiac Hill. In fact, the portage to the top was fast and beautiful through stands of well spaced trees and a forest carpeted with greenery. It was however the wettest section of any portage we’d done.

At the top we had a water break and then started down. Hmmm. Now I get it. The portage down to Goat Lake is very steep in places, especially with a canoe over your head. Throw in slimy logs, leaning, slippery boardwalks and some big steps – and now its not so hard to understand how it got the name Cardiac Hill. It is  much easier on the ticker going in a counter clockwise direction than it would be coming up from Goat Lake. 

We broke the carries up and over Cardiac Hill into five, so we were able to roll into camp within roughly three hours. We were both feeling pleased with ourselves – as the portage was over, the campsite was lovely and once again we had it all to ourselves. In no time, we had our tent up, we were cleaned up and the wine was poured. Life was sweet here on Goat Lake.

Day four on the Powell Forest Canoe Route

Start: Goat Lake campsite 

Paddle: Approximately 22.0 kilometres from Goat Lake to the campsite at the start of the trail to Inland Lake

Portage: None

Camp: Campsite overlooking Powell Lake at the start of the trail to Inland Lake

Experience: After enjoying a leisurely breakfast, John and I hopped into the canoe and started paddling across Goat Lake to an inlet that ultimately took us to Powell Lake. The wind blew up in this section, so it had me wondering what was in store for us on the biggest lake of the paddle. Ultimately nothing is the bottom line. We completely lucked out with what turned out to be a calm, sunny, warm day of paddling. Often that isn’t the case on Powell Lake, and you have to work hard in the face of the wind. In hindsight, we could have paddled all the way to Mowat Bay, but we broke it up and paddled to a campsite at the start of the trail to Inland Lake.

I quite enjoyed canoeing past all the floating cottages on the water – though over the course of the day we saw only a handful of people in them. My understanding is that no more floating cottages can be built but again I was shocked at the sheer number of them. Some were lovingly maintained, while many had seen better days. 

When you get to the hexagonal wood cottage, slow down and pull in behind the log boom. You’ll see the Fiddlehead Landing hut here, used by hikers on the Sunshine Coast Trail. We decided to stop here for lunch and have a look around. While the huts on the Sunshine Coast Trail are simple and free, it would be nice to see people practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out what they pack in. I did notice that there were bear boxes for food provided by the Sunshine Coast Shuttle. It would also be wonderful to see bear boxes along the Powell Forest Canoe Route.

We continued to the next campsite shown on the map which is perhaps 10 – 15 minutes from Fiddlehead Landing, I found it too dark – and it was also early enough and calm that we decided to keep going. Ultimately, we paddled for a few more hours and ended up at a campsite you need to look hard to find that is at the start of a route to Inland Lake – though I don’t think the trail is in very good condition.

There are a steep set of stairs up to a flat camping area with several sites, some of which are in the trees should it be stormy. The views are quite nice though the bugs on arrival were ferocious. They practiced kamikaze like attacks at our face and feet until I pulled out the bug spray. Don’t forget it.

Day five on the Powell Forest Canoe Route

Start: Powell Lake at the start of the Inland Lake trail

Paddle: Approximately 8.0 kilometres to Mowat Bay in Powell River 

Portage: None

Experience: Our last day was a sunny but windy one. It gave us a taste of what might have been for the other 22 kilometres! In just 90 minutes we were at Mowat Bay unloading and calling Chad for a pickup. The paddling was pretty along the shore of the lake, past beautiful trees, and lots of rock outcrop. We ducked in to check out Haywire Bay Regional Park – where you can also camp and paddled past the Outdoor Learning Centre. 

Getting to the start and finish of the canoe route

The best way to get to the start of the canoe route on Lois Lake is to book a shuttle ride with Chad Mitchell of Sasquatch Trails. He’s part of the Mitchell family – the people that rent canoes and gear – and have been for 30 plus years in Powell River so he knows the area and the logging roads like the back of his hand. He also has a radio which you need if you’re driving the logging roads.

If you’re flying into Powell River, he can pick up your canoes, your group and both drop you off and pick you up at the end of the route. However, if you are driving to Powell River, you can leave your car at Mowat Landing – and buy a parking pass. He’ll pick you up there and take you to the launch site on Lois Lake at an agreed upon time. Contact him for reservations and pricing.

What to take paddling

If you’re planning to paddle the full Powell Forest Canoe Route, you really need to go prepared. This is temperate rain forest so it can rain hard at certain times of the year. And it can be windy so know the signs of hypothermia. Carry enough extra food for a day should you get wind bound or have an accident. 

You can rent a canoe and all the gear from Mitchell’s Canoe & Kayak  Sales & Rentals. I highly recommend renting a canoe barrel with a packing harness as that will help to keep your food safe from bears and it makes portaging much easier. And the lighter the canoe you rent, the easier it will be to portage.

We carried all our gear in waterproof bags. The North Face duffels have served us well over the years as have the smaller yellow ones like this one for stuff you need during the day. I love the see through feature.

We took fire starter with us, but all the wood was so wet I don’t know if we would ever have got a fire going. Be sure to have matches and several lighters no matter what. I packed our perishable food in Hydro Flask Day Escape Soft Cooler and would swear by this now. It is fully waterproof, and it keeps food cold for a couple of days. It’s also got a few places where you can attach carabiners so its easy to hang.

On this trip take extra rope and a couple of carabiners. There are no bear lockers so you MUST hang extra food. Each campsite comes with a long rope but that’s it.

I always pack Gear Aid Tenacious Tape in case I rip something like a sleeping bag or tent.

I would suggest packing a tarp and enough rope to tie it properly. I find the grommets from the cheap Canadian Tire tarps pull out too easily though that’s what we used. 

I would also suggest a water filter, a can of bear spray (ask Chad from Sasquatch Trails before you buy one if he has any you can borrow!!) and the usual camping gear like a good tent and cooking gear. I have used our MSR stove for over a decade.

For comfort, pack a couple of camp chairs and a camp pillow for a better sleep.

A few things that might help

• Portages are well-marked so if you don’t see the signs below, you’re not on an official portage.
• When you’re canoeing to a portage look for red markers. They will lead you right to the pull out.
• All campsites came with picnic tables and fire pits. 
• There are outhouses at all campsites. 
• I like having water shoes with me. Be sure to keep one dry set of camp clothes in a separate bag.
• Take some warm clothes even in summer – extra socks, a toque, and a packable down jacket. 
• The bugs can be vicious so take the bug spray. They weren’t so bad in June that we needed bug nets.
• Bring good rain gear and include a ball cap to keep the rain off your face.

Can you kayak the Powell Forest Canoe Route?

There are sections of the Powell Forest Canoe Route that would work with a kayak, but I can’t imagine doing the whole thing because of the long and difficult portage between Windsor Lake and Goat Lake. That part of the trail is steep and narrow in places – and there is no room for a kayak cart. Even carrying a single kayak with two people would be tough going and it’s not recommended.

However, you could put in on Lois Lake and portage to Horseshoe Lake on a trail that is in pretty good shape – and it is wide too. Getting through the logs in a kayak at Horseshoe Lake could be problematic but doable so you could continue to Nanton Lake and camp there. The portage to Dodd Lake is not in nearly as good shape as the one out of Lois Lake so I wouldn’t recommend it unless two people were up for carrying single kayaks. I think it would be a tough experience too.

There is also the option to put in at Mowat Bay in Powell River and kayak through to Goat Island as there are no portages. So in theory, you could do about three days of the route, but only the hardcore kayakers who are prepared to carry their kayaks should consider the whole thing. I personally wouldn’t want to do it. And as Randy Mitchell from Friends of the Powell River Forest Canoe Route says, “this trip is really geared to canoes – and kayak carts have a reputation for causing ruts.” Go do the Bowron Lakes Loop instead!

Before or after your canoe trip

We were driven to Lund from the Powell River Airport by Sunshine Coast Shuttle. They also shuttled us around Powell River so we could get gas for our stove, along with some groceries, wine, and beer before continuing on to Lund. I love this village as its easy to walk around, there are a couple of good restaurants and the cabins at SunLund RV Park are a lovely place to spend a night.

Consider a stay here before or after your trip. It’s the gateway to Desolation Sound so you could add on some days of kayaking. There is also a small ferry over to Savary Island which by all accounts is a lovely place to visit. And if you’re feeling very ambitious, you could get shuttled out to Sarah Point by Terracentric Coastal Adventures – and either camp right there or hike a small section of the Sunshine Coast Trail.

How to get to Powell River

There are numerous ways to get to Powell River and the start of the Powell Forest Canoe Route.

You can drive from Vancouver by taking two ferries – the Horseshoe Bay to Langdale ferry and then Earls Cove to Saltery Bay. Count on 4.5 hours if you have a reservation and don’t have to wait. Pay once at the first ferry, in either direction. Have a look at the ferry schedule to figure out the best connections.

If you’re coming from Vancouver Island you can take a 90-minute ferry ride from Comox to Powell River. 

Alternatively, you can fly. Pacific Coastal Airlines services Powell River. John and I flew in from the South Terminal in Vancouver. It took just 25 minutes – and it’s one heck of a scenic flight. 

As of March 2022, you can also fly from downtown Vancouver to Powell Lake on Harbour Air.

There are two bus lines that might also be of interest. The Island Link Bus services Vancouver Island and can get you to the Comox Ferry terminal. 

The Sunshine Coast Connector will get you to Powell River from Vancouver.

Further reading on things to do in the general area

A big thank you to Sunshine Coast Tourism for hosting me but all thoughts are mine alone.

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Whether you’ve been missing the thrill of traveling or are currently feeling inspired to pick the destination for your next adventure, travel shows can help. Netflix has no shortage of cool travel documentaries and shows, but we’ve decided to pick 20 of the best travel shows on Netflix.

If you’re traveling right now, or if some of these shows are not available in your country, use a VPN to access them without any restrictions. To play the shows, open up your VPN app and select a server located in a different state. If the show is available in your country, but you’re currently traveling internationally, choose the server of your home country to enjoy the show. 

Now let me tell you why these Netflix travel shows are worth watching and don’t blame me if you get hooked on some (or all) of them.

The best travel shows on Netflix in 2022

Before we start, let me tell you that this list is in no particular order. It’s up to you to choose the one you want to watch first, but we recommend watching them all. At home, traveling for a holiday, or at a new destination, these Netflix travel shows and documentaries will set you in the mood for discovering new places, tasting exotic food, maybe even cycling, driving, or just staying at home until you finish all the seasons. Lol 

The list is divided into travel shows or documentaries focused on nature, food, dark tourism, cycling and cars, photography, family travels, and specific destinations. Enjoy it!

The best travel and nature Netflix shows 

Our Planet

Arguably one of the most famous travel documentaries on Netflix, Our Planet takes you on a world tour of earth’s fascinating creatures. Narrated by Sir David Attenborough and filmed in Ultra High Definition, this show takes you to over 50 countries and perfectly captures the wonders of the earth. 

Our Planet is the perfect Netflix travel show to give you some new ideas for your bucket list. Trust us!

Untamed Romania

While most seasoned travelers deeply appreciate Romania’s natural beauty, it is still overlooked in the mainstream media. Untamed Romania is a feature-length film celebrating the country’s immaculate wildlife.

Untamed Romania is one of the best Netflix travel documentaries for those who love nature and want to discover a new destination to travel to.

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The best travel and food Netflix shows 

Down to Earth

Down to Earth documentary follows Zac Efron, the actor, and wellness expert Darin Olien as they explore healthy and sustainable practices across different cultures. This documentary showcases the diversity and creativity seen across the globe to make the most of one’s resources.

It’s intriguing and can be inspiring, not only about travel but how we think of sustainability and health. 

Street Food Asia

Sometimes the most accessible way to connect to a different culture is food. Asian food holds a special place in the world regarding street food and is probably one of the most universally beloved cuisines today. Street Food Asia takes you on a food journey across Asia and Southeast Asia’s best food cities, including Bangkok, Delhi, Osaka, and Singapore.

Street Food Asia is one of our fave travel shows on Netflix. We love Asia and Asian delights you can only find from street vendors. If you have never visited this part of the world, watch this show, and it will open your mind to a new world of flavors, aromas, and ways of life. If you are craving an Asia trip, watch it and plan international travel soon. 

Also, read our guides and articles about Asian destinations as they have many travel and food recommendations. Read our guides about Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, The Philippines, China, Taiwan, India, and Cambodia.

Ugly Delicious

Ugly Delicious is another food travel show where a star chef David Chang is looking for the world’s most satisfying grub with his buddies. Despite being a professional chef, Chang isn’t pretentious with his picks and takes us on a cross-cultural food trip filled with laughter.

Another great travel and food show on Netflix about food culture.

Somebody Feed Phil

In this series, we follow the creator of Everybody Loves Raymond, Phil Rosenthal, as he explores world cuisines and meets the locals. Phil’s upbeat attitude is probably one of the best parts of the Somebody Feed Phil travel show together with a lot of food scenes that will help your plan your future trip to incredible destinations including Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

On the itinerary of this Netflix travel show, you will visit cities like Bangkok, Mexico City, Lisbon, and many more. Well-known travel destinations are pictured with flavors and a local touch.

High on The Hog: Culinary Journey From Africa to America

This show explores African American soul food and its long journey from Africa to North America. It has been dubbed the most engaging history of African American cuisine. It traces the process of cultivating, harvesting, cooking, and serving the food that enslaved Africans brought with them to the States.

This Netflix cultural travel and food show will take you on a true gastronomic journey. 

Restaurants on the Edge

As you might be able to guess from the name of the show, these hour-long episodes take us to restaurants that are located in some of the most stunning locations in the world but are struggling with their menus and dishes. They are located on the edge of the world but are also on the edge of closing down.

This travel show on Netflix pictures unique locations and a bit of drama, as you can expect. 

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Netflix shows about travel, cycling and cars

Biking Borders

This one is for lovers of slow traveling and less-known countries. Two friends go on a 15,000 km bicycle journey worldwide, including the Balkans, Central Asia, and other countries, to build a school in Guatemala.

Rob and I love cycling, so this Netflix travel documentary series is tremendously appealing to us. Biking Borders is also an excellent inspiration for those who dream of traveling by bike or going on a cycling holiday. And if this is you, read our article about cycling on Twain’s East Coast and cycling in Spain.

Pedal the World

This is another Netflix travel documentary that portrays a world tour on wheels, but this time our protagonist visits 22 countries during his year-long journey, searching for the meaning in life and discovering something new in each country.

Pedal the World is an inspiring and realistic epic road trip that might give you ideas of how you want to spend your life and what really matters. 

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Paul Hollywood’s Big Continental Road Trip

Paul Hollywood studies the ties between popular cars in Europe and their local culture and identity as an actor and a baker. In this short but educational Netflix documentary, Hollywood will visit France, Germany, and Italy.

This isn’t your Netflix show if you are looking for food and baking goods. But if you like cars, speed, a bit of history and traveling in Europe, you will enjoy the ride. 

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Netflix travel shows about a specif destination

Katla 

This travel series focuses on Iceland, specifically the volcano Katla, which began constantly erupting just recently. The show has eight episodes and does a wonderful job portraying Iceland’s breathtaking beauty. Katla serves as a great reminder of all that we still don’t know about the earth. 

This Netflix travel show is a powerful trigger for wanderlust, and it will make you want to book a trip to Iceland as soon as possible. 

Magic Andes

A documentary following five characters from the Andes, South America’s breathtaking mountains. It is a fascinating series that highlights real people living in communities located under the mountains and paints a nuanced picture of the region of Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.

After watching Magic Andes read our Peru travel guides, and for sure, you will want to visit South América. If you are worried about safety, then read our guide to the safest countries in South America, and you will be surprised. 

Guatemala: Heart of the Mayan World

This documentary focuses on Guatemala’s rich landscape and culture, the territory where 2000 years ago, the fascinating Mayan civilization collapsed. The Mayan influence is still all over Guatemala and Central America, and this documentary does an amazing job of connecting the dots between the past and the present.

Guatemala: Heart of the Mayan World is an inspiring Netflix travel documentary that will add interesting facts to your travel knowledge, and it might make you want to explore more of Latin America. 

Zulu Man in Japan

Starring South African rapper Nasty C, this Netflix travel documentary focuses on Japanese culture. The film takes place in Tokyo, where Nasty C explores the city’s go-to places, culture, sounds, and much more.

Zulu Man in Japan was released in 2019. It’s a 44-minute episode, perfect for those days that you want to have just a little dose of wanderlust knowing that you won’t be addicted to long travel series. 

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The best Netflix travel show for unusual tourists

Dark Tourist

Filmed by journalist David Farrier, the author of the 2016 hit documentary Tickled, Dark Tourist takes a different approach to tourism. Farrier travels to places associated with death or tragedies that have turned these destinations into tourist attractions. You can expect anything from haunted places, nuclear lakes, and unusual and weird destinations. Those spots might not be on your travel bucket list, but it is interesting to know that they exist so you can avoid them on your next holiday. 

It’s one of the most-watched travel shows on Netflix, so it’s worth trying.

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Netflix show for photography and travel lovers

Tales by Light

Created by Abraham Joffe, this show embraces the art of travel photography and film and the people behind them. This is an Australian documentary/reality travel series on Netflix that follows photographers around the globe as they chase that perfect shot.

This Netflix travel documentary is a good match for those who love photography and travel. It’s perfect for inspiring you to travel and photograph more. 

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The best Netflix show about traveling with family

Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father

A comedian Jack Whitehall and his uptight father, Michael Whitehall, travel across the world together. The show starts with Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia, with the second season focusing on Eastern Europe. The third season explores the American West, the fourth features Australia, and the fifth is all about the United Kingdom, their homeland. On this last season expect everything from dining with Gordon Ramsay to searching for the Loch Ness monster.

A great Netflix travel show for those thinking of traveling with family. It also sparkes a reflection of our relationships with parents and how travel can be a good way to get together or break apart.

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Netflix show that combines travel and design

Cabins in the Wild

This show takes place in Wales and follows engineer Dick Strawbridge and craftsman Will Hardie as they inspect eight unique cabins built for a pop-up hotel in Wales. Their final goal is to construct a cabin of their own.

If you like the British Tv series, chances are you will love Cabins in the Wild as well. If you like architecture and construction shows too. This type of Netflix show combines different elements, from traveling to design, making you want to have a cabin in the wild just for you. 

We end our list of the 20 best Netflix travel shows here. Drop us a comment if you have watched any of them or if you have any other good travel series to recommend. 

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