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Grizzly Bear Expedition

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Depart from our Campbell River Marine Adventure Centre aboard our comfortable, heated, covered vessels for a scenic 2 hour boat trip into Bute Inlet. Your arrival at the dock in Orford Bay begins a 3 hour land-based experience led by members of the Homalco First Nations. Local Indigenous guides will transport you by bus to a variety of raised wildlife viewing platforms and prime ground viewing locations to look for the magnificent grizzly bear, elk, bald eagles, and more. The grizzly bears converge on the Orford River valley between August and October every year to feast on the spawning salmon in preparation for the long winter hibernation. During our trip to and from Bute Inlet you may also see killer whales, humpback whales, dolphins, porpoises, black bears, seals and sea lions, and a variety of colourful sea birds – all in an unspoiled natural environment. Lunch is served in Orford Bay with an unobstructed view of the estuary and its spectacular mainland mountain surroundings.
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  • Conservation Fees
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Gratuities
Departure Point

1340 Island Hwy #129, Campbell River, BC V9W 8C9, Canada Guests must check in with our Marine Centre 24 hours prior to scheduled tour for confirmation.

Return Details

1340 Island Hwy #129, Campbell River, BC V9W 8C9, Canada Guests must check in with our Marine Centre 24 hours prior to scheduled tour for confirmation.

  • Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park, Canada
    keeping our eyes open for whales and other marine mammals in the area
  • Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park, Canada
    After a scenic boat ride we'll arrive at the Orford River in Bute Inlet where you will be met by members of the Homalco First Nations. You will have an opportunity to view Grizzly Bears as they descend on the river to feast on salmon.
    180 minutes
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
redble
11 Oct 2022
My husband and 2 adult children booked the Grizzly bear expedition when we were all together for thanksgiving weekend. Our Big Animal Encounters' guide Jason was excellent at spotting Humpback whales and other wildlife on the boat trip to and from Orford bay, and the Homalco First Nations guide and driver in Orford bay were also excellent. It was an honour to see the grizzlies in nature and watch them fishing and interacting, and we appreciate the skill, experience, and calm manner of our guides. Highly recommend this tour!
John_M
29 Sep 2022
Jason was a great skipper and tour guide on the boat always looking for whales. He was also a good bear guide. Stewart and Tony know their bears. I think Stewart even speaks bear. Learned some First People's history and bear behaviors. Felt safe at all times. Tony and Stewart had good jokes. A great day!
Navigate253381
28 Sep 2022
Great. company, knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and all round wonderful. The best experience my husband and I could have had. Captain John and Holly are amazing. Just so sad when the trip ended. Could not recommend this company more. Will be sharing the experience with family and friends for a long time. We will return.
This tour in British Columbia is organized by Big Animal Encounters

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