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Great Bear Rainforest

The Great Bear Rainforest is a land of fjords, islands and great river estuaries. It's world's largest intact temperate rainforest. Bears and wolf packs thrive as they have for millennia. Explore the wildlife, the waterfall-filled wonder, and the human history of one of the planet's most spectacular coastlines - often called "the last stand of the great North American rainforest”.

Explore the Great Bear Rainforest

• View grizzly bears, spirit bears, and black bears with some of BC’s most experienced guides.
• Sail the fjords, where 4,000-foot cliffs rise above you.
• Walk in rainforest and wildflower meadows with naturalist.
• Visit local villages and, welcomed by residents, learn about coastal culture, from First Nations’ earliest culture to the present.
• Explore the region’s other wildlife, including whales, wolves, bald eagles, and other marine mammals and birds.
• Beach-comb and land on remote islands.
• Experience the entirety of this special region, by taking the time to get to know its rhythms and intricacies, through cruising by yacht and anchoring in special places each night.

• Moderate walking
• Bear viewing (from shore boats, on land, and in some cases at a bear viewing stand)
• Small boat rides
• Marine mammal viewing (whales, sea lions) and bird viewing
• Natural history through hands on experience and talks with your naturalist and any scientists encountered on your trip
• Village visit, cultural history and experience
• Sailing (on sailing ship)
• Village visits
• Hot-springs
• Exploring beaches
• Kayaking and fishing (optional)

Nature and Landscape

The Great Bear Rainforest is a land of fjords, rainforests, islands and great river estuaries. There are no roads. Instead, everyone travels by water.

The many protected, unlogged and ancient rainforests, and the quiet, nutrient-rich ocean, support wildlife and ecosystems as they would have been thousands of years ago across the continent – where grizzly bears and wolf packs roam free and live from what they naturally have always lived from, including abundant salmon runs.

Wildlife Highlights

• Grizzly bear
• Spirit bear (rare) and black furred black bear
• Baleen whales (humpback, fin)
• Killer whale / orca
• Dall’s porpoise
• Grey wolf (rare)
• Pacific salmon (in autumn)

Cultural History

Explore the worlds of several northwest First Nations: the Heiltsuk, Kitasoo Xai’xais, Haisla, Gitga’at and Henaaksiala. Everywhere is evidence of their civilization. 

Fish traps, bark-stripped trees and longhouse remains give testimony to a way of life tuned to the rhythm of nature. 

You’ll visit modern villages, talk with local residents, and see the ancient art traditions still in place today. 

Comfortable Ship, Expert Guides

Get ready for days of adventure and wildlife, supported by a very comfortable expedition ship, a gourmet chef and welcoming guides. Maple Leaf Adventures is a pioneer of tourism in the Great Bear Rainforest, having designed tours here starting in 1991 and advocated for its protection.

3 Seasons in the Great Bear Rainforest

Three Seasons in the Great Bear Rainforest

Our experienced crew and naturalist will take you to areas where you’ll be able to witness peak wildlife events:

• Spring highlights  bird migrations, newly awakened grizzly and black bears grazing on green sedges, pink salmonberry blossoms, spectacular snowcapped mountains and deep fjords where mountain goats come down almost to sea level in spring, hot springs, calmer weather. (May 1-July 10)
• Summer highlights  Humpback whales, fin whales, killer whales, porpoises, other marine mammals, seabirds, mountain goats, porpoises, dense intertidal life. West coast, sandy beaches beckon, some of them home to elusive wolves. (July 10-Aug 15)
• Autumn highlights witness the return of the salmon to spawn, which draws grizzly, spirit and black bears to the estuaries again, along with whales, sea lions, seals, eagles and elusive wolves. Read about the autumn season (Aug 15-Oct 31).

See each trip’s sample itineraries for specific wildlife that it is customary to see in each season. Not all species are visible in all seasons. Also wildlife have their own agendas and while we plan our trips in the peak season and areas for wildlife viewing, with very experienced guides, we do not guarantee sightings.

What Makes It Unique?

• A vast area of rainforest and islands that has not submitted to industrial human culture.
• Healthy populations of bears, including the rare, white spirit bear.
• Our links with groundbreaking science & conservation initiatives in the area.
• Human cultures that have evolved in this landscape for millennia.

Trip Itineraries

From mid Vancouver Island venture into the Discovery Islands and north into the Broughton Archipelago. Watch for whales and explore island beaches. Sail through Queen Charlotte Sound and into the Great Bear Rainforest. Take shore trips into estuaries....

Bright green fjords, estuaries filled with wildflowers, where grizzly bears forage in spring. Travel with humpbacks through channels and island groups, watching for black bears along shorelines. Migrating birds, local villages, and much more....

Dramatic landscape surrounds as you cruise deep into the coastal mountain range. From the Kitlope witness steep snow capped peaks, grizzly bears relaxing among tall green sedges, and colourful wildflowers in shades of purple and blue....

Wild west coast beaches with white sand and plenty to explore. Spend days travelling among humpback whales and marine birds. Watch for fin whales, orca, or possibly even a sea otter. Enjoy adventurous shore trips with knowledge guides....

In summertime, explore the wilder parts of the Great Bear, and its amazing community of whales. Highlights: remote islands, white sand beaches, whale research station, humpback whales, orcas, seabirds and more....

Explore the fjords and islands during the summer. A wonderful time for coastal exploration, beaches, and exploring remote estuaries. Also a great time to spot whales and seabirds. This is our award-winning journey into the nature, wildlife and culture...

Explore the fjords and islands in peak season for bear viewing. This is our award-winning journey into the nature, wildlife and culture of the Great Bear Rainforest. We travel in the traditional territory of the Haisla, Henaaksiala, Gitga'at and sometimes...

Remote reaches of coastal fjords are full with salmon throughout the fall. Wildlife gather to feast on the fish allowing you to watch grizzly bears, bald eagles and black bears. On some occasions witness the rare sprit bear as it emerges from the forest....

Returning salmon have filled the estuaries and wildlife is everywhere! Sail into fjordand and witness the great feast as grizzly bears, black bears, bald eagles feed on the bounty of salmon. Possibly even see the rare and unique spirit bear....

Join Canadian Geographic expert photo instructor to learn new photography techniques. Explore fjords in search of bears. Take time in perfect light to capture the photos you want....

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Bella Coola grizzly Tours & Adventure Resort offers fully guided wildlife viewing tours to the east and west of Bella Coola. This area is commonly known as the Great Bear Rainforest. With over half a century of year round commercial operations on the central coast of British Columbia and a perfect land and sea safety record, the Ellis Family welcomes you aboard the 12 passenger Transport Canada approved M.V. Nekhani.

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Glacial Fjord & Hot Springs Tour

Covering 50 nautical miles of remote marine wilderness with many spectacular sights and

a soak in natural hot springs.

The Glacial

Grizzly tour.

Enjoy a nautical 3 Day

 2 Night journey into the Majestic Glacial Fjords of the Great Bear Rainforest.

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Great Bear Lodge & Nature Tours

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From early May through October, Great Bear Nature Tours offers grizzly bear viewing excursions from Port Hardy to a beautiful river valley on the central coast of British Columbia. Known as the Great Bear Rainforest, this area is one of the best places in the world to observe grizzly (brown) bears and many other forms of wildlife including black bears, wolves and bald eagles. We are privileged to operate on the traditional lands of the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nation.

Great Bear Nature Tours is rated by National Geographic Adventure as one of the Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth. Our ecotourism lodge is the ideal base for photography and wildlife viewing tours, nestled at the mouth of a pristine salmon river. Wilderness-gourmet meals await you upon your return from the two guided viewing sessions per day. With a maximum of sixteen guests, you are assured of a personalised wilderness adventure in this very special area.

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Great Bear Rainforest

An intimate and rare connection to one of the world’s most remote ecosystems.

Transform in the wild

The Great Bear Rainforest a magical destination of breathtaking beauty, powerful culture and wildlife unlike anything you have ever seen. Join us for a tour of this coastal, temperate rainforest on the Pacific coast of BC.

Visit the Great Bear Rainforest

• Journey to a land of grizzlies, coastal wolves, humpback whales, sea otters, bald eagles and Pacific Salmon – and the only corner of earth where you can spot the elusive Spirit Bear.
• Explore the spectacular rugged coastline, the quiet ocean and the protected old-growth forests that will inspire feelings of seclusion and connectedness.
• Enjoy activities such as standup paddleboarding, saltwater fishing, hiking and more.
• Stay with a local coastal First Nations family in the Gitga’at Territory and share their traditional foods, local knowledge, and deep and ancient connection with the land.

Our small group sizes give you greater access to your local guide for a more intimate, personalized experience. Each tour is bound to be a transformative journey of discovery, reflection and enlightenment.

Each tour is bound to be a transformative journey of discovery, reflection and enlightenment.

Great Bear Rainforest Tours

Great Bear Stand

A transformative standup paddleboard journey through the Great Bear Rainforest.

7 days, 6 nights

Now Booking

August 11-17th (sold out) , 21-27th (sold out), 2023

Great Bear Wild

An intimate wilderness, wildlife, and cultural experience in the Great Bear Rainforest.

5 days, 4 nights

Now booking

We know a SUP expedition is not the kind of decision you make everyday. Norm is here to help answer any questions you have.

No pitch, no pressure. We can help match you to a trip that fits, so you can soak it all in once you get here.

Meet Norm Hann

Norm Hann started working as an adventure guide in the Great Bear Rainforest over 20 years ago. His passion for the people and the place grew quickly since then. In 2006 he was given the ultimate coastal honour of being adopted into the Raven Clan, and named T’aam Laan meaning “Steersman of the Canoe.”

In 2010, Norm decided to paddle the proposed Enbridge tanker route on an expedition called Standup4Greatbear, to bring awareness to the threat of these tankers to the coastal First Nations and the pristine ecosystems of the Great Bear. This experience deepened Norm’s passion for promoting education and protection of the Great Bear Rainforest – and also caught the attention of acclaimed filmmaker Anthony Bonello. In 2013, the award-winning documentary film STAND  was released, through which Norm’s paddleboarding expedition along the BC coastline is highlighted.

“The Great Bear Rainforest is a spectacular and mesmerizing place. Sharing the beauty and secrets of the temperate rainforest with guests from around the world is an honor for me.”

You’re in good company

“You can read about this stuff, or you can go and do it.”

–Kathleen McCormick, 2019

“Guiding is top notch as Norm’s knowledge of the area and experience on the ocean is very evident.”

“Norm’s passion for the Great Bear Rainforest and his connection to the people of Hartley Bay are the foundation for an exceptional stand up paddleboard adventure.”

–Courtney Sinclar, 2018

Explore Belize’s spectacular blue waters and marine life by paddleboard

Canada & International

Paddle and surf along the wild, remote and stunningly beautiful coastlines.

Questions about experiences, SUP training, or gear?

Send me a message and I’ll help you find the right fit for your SUP skills and goals.

Gilakas’la gaxa’a kus laxan’s awi’nagwis

Our people, part of the Kwakwaka’wakw, have looked after this land for thousands of years. In turn, the land has looked after us. Sustainability has always been a way of life for us and conservation is at the heart of everything we do here at Sea Wolf Adventures, just as it has been at the heart of our people for millennia.

Trusted to share our traditions and territories with guests, we invite you to join us on a journey through (Musgamakw Dzawada’enuxw Territory), also known as the Broughton Archipelago and the Great Bear Rainforest in Northern Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Along the way you’ll meet the awe-inspiring animals and incredible Indigenous people who call this beautiful place home.

Enjoy the comfort of a luxury tour, guided by Indigenous experts who share the truth behind our travels through the islands. By training and employing our own people, we ensure that our guides understand the importance of responsibly visiting our land and respecting the wildlife that resides here.

Combining cultural experiences with grizzly bear and whale watching safaris, we welcome you to our home on a truly unique Indigenous-led adventure in Western Canada. We are proud of our roots and our commitment to give back to our communities by keeping our culture active through our Indigenous guides, who each play a role in keeping our traditions alive.

Hear the stories behind the scenery, support our local communities, and experience a sustainable approach to wildlife viewing that preserves our precious territory for generations to come.

Welcome to our home.

seawolfadventures

An all-in-one grizzly bear and wildlife experience in the Great Bear Rainforest. Come and witness the beauty of our territory!

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#Repost @ehattesaht_firstnation. We have exciting news!! Visit our page for the full update on kʷiisaḥiʔis 📰 #ehattesaht #whalerescue #orcas #t109A3A ...

Stellar sea lions are massive, with males significantly larger than females. They primarily feast on fish and squid and are known for their loud roars during breeding season on remote beaches. These sea lions inhabit the North Pacific and are known for long-distance migrations. Conservation efforts are crucial as the western population is endangered, mainly due to conflicts with fisheries. Researchers monitor them closely to help protect this vital marine species. #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #sealion #explorebc #explorecanada #wildlifeplanet #natgeo #natgeowildlifetourism #coastalrainforestsafaris #crs #safetrueeducational

Stellar sea lions are massive, with males significantly larger than females. They primarily feast on fish and squid and are known for their loud roars during breeding season on remote beaches. These sea lions inhabit the North Pacific and are known for long-distance migrations. Conservation efforts are crucial as the western population is endangered, mainly due to conflicts with fisheries. Researchers monitor them closely to help protect this vital marine species. #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #sealion #explorebc #explorecanada #wildlifeplanet #natgeo #natgeowildlifetourism #coastalrainforestsafaris #crs #safetrueeducational ...

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It’s getting near! ...

Roy our boy a few years ago. Looking forward to seeing him this year! #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #grizzly #gonorthisland #hellobc #wildlifeplanet

Roy our boy a few years ago. Looking forward to seeing him this year! #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #grizzly #gonorthisland #hellobc #wildlifeplanet ...

Orcas, also known as killer whales, are revered in the coastal rainforest of British Columbia, including around Vancouver Island, for their awe-inspiring presence and ecological significance. With their sleek black-and-white markings and powerful presence, orcas exude a mystical allure, captivating the imaginations of those who encounter them. These magnificent creatures play a crucial role in the marine ecosystem, serving as apex predators and helping maintain the balance of oceanic populations. Their diet primarily consists of fish, seals, and sea lions, making them essential for regulating the populations of these prey species. Beyond their ecological importance, orcas are also a symbol of wilderness and natural beauty in the region. Their graceful movements through the water and distinctive social structures fascinate observers and inspire a sense of wonder and respect for the natural world. However, orcas face various threats, including habitat degradation, pollution, and declining prey populations. Conservation efforts are crucial to ensuring the survival of these iconic marine mammals and preserving the delicate balance of the coastal rainforest ecosystem they call home. #orca #killerwhale #mystic #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #broughtonarchipelago #greatbearrainforest

Orcas, also known as killer whales, are revered in the coastal rainforest of British Columbia, including around Vancouver Island, for their awe-inspiring presence and ecological significance. With their sleek black-and-white markings and powerful presence, orcas exude a mystical allure, captivating the imaginations of those who encounter them. These magnificent creatures play a crucial role in the marine ecosystem, serving as apex predators and helping maintain the balance of oceanic populations. Their diet primarily consists of fish, seals, and sea lions, making them essential for regulating the populations of these prey species. Beyond their ecological importance, orcas are also a symbol of wilderness and natural beauty in the region. Their graceful movements through the water and distinctive social structures fascinate observers and inspire a sense of wonder and respect for the natural world. However, orcas face various threats, including habitat degradation, pollution, and declining prey populations. Conservation efforts are crucial to ensuring the survival of these iconic marine mammals and preserving the delicate balance of the coastal rainforest ecosystem they call home. #orca #killerwhale #mystic #seawolfadventures #swa #traveltruthbeauty #broughtonarchipelago #greatbearrainforest ...

Happy New Year! Sharing this beautiful post from one of our guests! #Repost @timswaagfotografie ・・・ It’s been a little quiet on my gram lately. And that is not due to the fact I have no content lying around… In june my partner and I found out we are expecting a little baby girl march next year. Such an exciting time 👨‍🍼👶🍼 With all the prep for that next phase of life, I haven’t gotten around to editing and posting much of my recent photos. However, the last months haven’t only been about baby stuff! We had an amazing journey to Canada where we went to spot bears fishing salmon. It delivered big time. My top nine therefore does not feature my most liked photos but a summary of still to be released photos of my holiday. I’ll be making time early next year to bring some more content. With the little one coming up it is more important than ever to show her the wonders and beauty of nature! #topnine #2023 #babyontheway #canada #canon #canonnederland #yourshotphotographer #photooftheday #zoomnl #natuurfotografie #naturephotography #wildlifephotography #ig_discover_holland #yourshotphotographer #staatsbosbeheer_featureme #meandmycanon #bbcearth #vroegevogels_bnnvara #featured_wildlife #earthpix #sigma #nfnl #dutch_shooters #lensbible #visualsofearth #discovery #animalplanet #earthcapture

Happy New Year! Sharing this beautiful post from one of our guests! #Repost @timswaagfotografie ・・・ It’s been a little quiet on my gram lately. And that is not due to the fact I have no content lying around… In june my partner and I found out we are expecting a little baby girl march next year. Such an exciting time 👨‍🍼👶🍼 With all the prep for that next phase of life, I haven’t gotten around to editing and posting much of my recent photos. However, the last months haven’t only been about baby stuff! We had an amazing journey to Canada where we went to spot bears fishing salmon. It delivered big time. My top nine therefore does not feature my most liked photos but a summary of still to be released photos of my holiday. I’ll be making time early next year to bring some more content. With the little one coming up it is more important than ever to show her the wonders and beauty of nature! #topnine #2023 #babyontheway #canada #canon #canonnederland #yourshotphotographer #photooftheday #zoomnl #natuurfotografie #naturephotography #wildlifephotography #ig_discover_holland #yourshotphotographer #staatsbosbeheer_featureme #meandmycanon #bbcearth #vroegevogels_bnnvara #featured_wildlife #earthpix #sigma #nfnl #dutch_shooters #lensbible #visualsofearth #discovery #animalplanet #earthcapture ...

Merry Xmas to everyone from our team! Looking forward to embracing 2024!

Merry Xmas to everyone from our team! Looking forward to embracing 2024! ...

#Repost @kevinnram ・・・ We call him Baloo 🐻 It felt like a mystery. Travelling through a pink fog at dawn off the coast of northern Vancouver Island, darting through islands in the Broughton Archipelago. Our guides brought us deep into mainland BC, slowing approaching a dock, gently stepping onto land, taking a shallow breathe, all in total silence. We’re in grizzly territory and I’m engulfed with feelings of fear, excitement, and a whole lot of trust. 10/10 recommend @seawolfadventures for making this a story I’ll always want to share. #grizzly #bear #wildlifephotography #forest #temperaterainforest #britishcolumbia #bctourism #travelbc #exploretocreate #canada #seawolfadventures #ocean #travel #picoftheday #myfavouriteplace #comeexplore #ınstagood #lightroom #photoshop #goodvibesonly #goodvibes #wanderlust #happy #friday #newyear #intothewild #naturelover #naturephotography

#Repost @kevinnram ・・・ We call him Baloo 🐻 It felt like a mystery. Travelling through a pink fog at dawn off the coast of northern Vancouver Island, darting through islands in the Broughton Archipelago. Our guides brought us deep into mainland BC, slowing approaching a dock, gently stepping onto land, taking a shallow breathe, all in total silence. We’re in grizzly territory and I’m engulfed with feelings of fear, excitement, and a whole lot of trust. 10/10 recommend @seawolfadventures for making this a story I’ll always want to share. #grizzly #bear #wildlifephotography #forest #temperaterainforest #britishcolumbia #bctourism #travelbc #exploretocreate #canada #seawolfadventures #ocean #travel #picoftheday #myfavouriteplace #comeexplore #ınstagood #lightroom #photoshop #goodvibesonly #goodvibes #wanderlust #happy #friday #newyear #intothewild #naturelover #naturephotography ...

#Repost @vancouverislandnorth ・・・ Share the joy of North Island memories this festive season! 🎁 With options ranging from culture and wildlife to land and water adventures, there’s an experience for everyone. Dive into our gift guide through the link in our bio. 📸’s @jordyn.giesbrecht, @indigenoustourismbc, @seawolfadventures, and @coastalrainforestsafaris, @seaside_quatsino and @driftwoodsphotography 🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka’wakw people.⁠ .⁠ #GoNorthIsland #ForTheGoodOfOurWild #experiencevancouverisland #explorebc #travel #vanisland #leavenotrace #outdoors #holidayguide

#Repost @vancouverislandnorth ・・・ Share the joy of North Island memories this festive season! 🎁 With options ranging from culture and wildlife to land and water adventures, there’s an experience for everyone. Dive into our gift guide through the link in our bio. 📸’s @jordyn.giesbrecht, @indigenoustourismbc, @seawolfadventures, and @coastalrainforestsafaris, @seaside_quatsino and @driftwoodsphotography 🗺️ The Regional District of Mount Waddington is located on the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka’wakw people.⁠ .⁠ #GoNorthIsland #ForTheGoodOfOurWild #experiencevancouverisland #explorebc #travel #vanisland #leavenotrace #outdoors #holidayguide ...

Capturing Magical Moments! It was a phenomenal time with the brothers! @downtofilm @noahshumka @coastalrainforestsafaris

Capturing Magical Moments! It was a phenomenal time with the brothers! @downtofilm @noahshumka @coastalrainforestsafaris ...

#Repost @taylormichaelburk ・・・ After patiently waiting for several hours along a river bank we eventually saw a grizzly. It made its way down the river towards us as it was fishing for salmon. There’s always so much excitement that builds up when you first see a bear, the feeling never gets old. Shortly after another grizzly came around the bend in the opposite direction, with a young cub trotting behind her. There was a lot happening at once and you didn’t know which way to look! After gaining their trust by being still,silent and non threatening we were able to spend a prolonged period of time with them as they hunted. You’re never guaranteed sightings which makes these moments all the more special. The result of careful management of human behaviour has allowed for incredible opportunities to observe these bears behaving naturally in their own habitat. Being guided for these encounters is crucial in my opinion. @Seawolfadventures has spent many years out here building relationships and trust with these bears, most of them since they were cubs and beyond! It was reassuring to be around guides who understand and know how to read the bears behaviours, for everyone’s safety.

#Repost @taylormichaelburk ・・・ After patiently waiting for several hours along a river bank we eventually saw a grizzly. It made its way down the river towards us as it was fishing for salmon. There’s always so much excitement that builds up when you first see a bear, the feeling never gets old. Shortly after another grizzly came around the bend in the opposite direction, with a young cub trotting behind her. There was a lot happening at once and you didn’t know which way to look! After gaining their trust by being still,silent and non threatening we were able to spend a prolonged period of time with them as they hunted. You’re never guaranteed sightings which makes these moments all the more special. The result of careful management of human behaviour has allowed for incredible opportunities to observe these bears behaving naturally in their own habitat. Being guided for these encounters is crucial in my opinion. @Seawolfadventures has spent many years out here building relationships and trust with these bears, most of them since they were cubs and beyond! It was reassuring to be around guides who understand and know how to read the bears behaviours, for everyone’s safety. ...

#Repost @hidden.ny ・・・ “Finnish photographer Lassi Rautiainen (@lassi.rautiainen) documented the unusual friendship between a female grey wolf and a male brown bear, spotted every night for ten days straight, spending several hours together. they would even share food with each other.” ‘No one can know exactly why or how the young wolf and bear became friends, I think that perhaps they were both alone and they were young and a bit unsure of how to survive alone... (2023) @_likealeaf

#Repost @hidden.ny ・・・ “Finnish photographer Lassi Rautiainen (@lassi.rautiainen) documented the unusual friendship between a female grey wolf and a male brown bear, spotted every night for ten days straight, spending several hours together. they would even share food with each other.” ‘No one can know exactly why or how the young wolf and bear became friends, I think that perhaps they were both alone and they were young and a bit unsure of how to survive alone... (2023) @_likealeaf ...

Gilakas’la! Welcome to Knight Inlet Lodge, a unique floating resort in the Great Bear Rainforest.

Located in the great bear rainforest.

Knight Inlet Lodge, 240 kilometers (150 miles) northwest of Vancouver, lies in the southern reaches of one of the last intact temperate rainforests on earth, the Great Bear Rainforest – home to Indigenous peoples, ancient forests, and wild bears since time immemorial.

The Great Bear Rainforest is one of the largest remaining tracts of unspoiled temperate rainforest left in the world. The area is home not only to ancient, immense trees but to grizzly bears, whales, wild salmon, and a myriad of other wildlife. The 6.4 million hectare region features western red cedar, some as old as a thousand years, and gigantic Sitka spruce among others.

The longest fiord on British Columbia’s coast, Knight Inlet, in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest, offers spectacular scenery to its visitors, with steep mountains rising out of the ocean, thundering glacier-fed waterfalls, and towering rainforest, all home to the grizzly bears for which this region has become known as well as eagles, wolves, cougars and many other terrestrial species. The protected waters of Knight Inlet are home to whales, seabirds, seals, and an array of other marine life.

“ Absolutely brilliant…  Great staff, great guides, great food. What more can I say. The lodge is miles from anywhere and more or less cut off from the rest of the world. Just the lodge, the mountains and the wildlife”

Conservation

As an Indigenous-owned, fly-in wildlife viewing lodge, at Knight Inlet Lodge we take our corporate and environmental stewardship responsibilities seriously, doing everything we can to minimize our environmental footprint.

At ground level, we reduce, reuse and recycle as much as possible. We have a small hydro-electric infrastructure for off-season power supply, and we are planning to introduce a permanent solar power supply. We also actively engage in policy issues, advocating for sustainable fisheries and improved wildlife management policies, and support grizzly bear research initiatives.

Getting Here

All of our packages start in Campbell River, BC on Vancouver Island

From vancouver, bc.

Flying: There are multiple flights daily between Vancouver and Campbell River with both Pacific Coastal and Central Mountain Airlines. If you fly to Campbell River, please be sure to let us know your flight number and arrival time so that we can arrange our complimentary airport shuttle services to your hotel and to the floatplane terminal.

Driving: To reach Vancouver Island from the B.C. mainland, it is necessary to take BC Ferries (please note that total travel time including ferry crossing is approximately 5 hours, although during peak travel times, this can be longer. We recommend making a reservation on the ferry to minimize the risk of delays). There are 2 ferry options from Vancouver, Tsawwassen to Duke Point (Vancouver Island) and Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay (Vancouver Island), which is the more popular of the 2 routes.

Once on Vancouver Island, the driving time from Duke Point to Campbell River is about 2 hours, and from Departure Bay 1 ½ hours. There are 2 main highways to choose from. Highway 19 is a 4-lane freeway and the faster of the two. Highway 19A, the Oceanside Scenic Route, takes an extra hour but is worth it for the scenery (and great stops along the way) if you have the time.

From Victoria, BC

Flying: Currently there are no direct flights from Victoria to Campbell River. It is possible to fly from Victoria to Vancouver, and catch a connecting flight to Campbell River with Pacific Coastal Air.

Driving: The drive, departing from Victoria Inner Harbour, takes 3 hours on Highway 19. If you have the time, after reaching Nanaimo take Highway 19A, the Oceanside Scenic Route, which will add about 30 minutes to the drive but offers beautiful scenery along the way.

Bus: Island Link bus service has a daily bus service that departs from various locations in Victoria to Campbell River.

From Port Hardy, BC

Flying: Currently there are no direct flights from Port Hardy to Campbell River. It is possible to fly from Port Hardy to Vancouver and catch a connecting flight to Campbell River with Pacific Coastal Air , but service is limited.

Driving: The drive south on Highway 19 from Port Hardy to Campbell River takes approximately 2 ½ hours.

Bus: There is no bus service at this time.

From Tofino, BC

Flying: There are no direct flights between Tofino and Campbell River. It is possible to fly from Tofino to Vancouver and catch a connecting flight to Campbell River with Pacific Coastal Air , but service is limited.

Driving: The drive from Tofino to Campbell River takes approximately 3 ½ hours on Highway 4, Tofino to Parksville, then Parksville to Campbell River on Highway 19.

Bus: Vancouver Island Connector offers a bus service between the 2 communities, but please note it is not a direct service.

From Seattle, Washington, USA

Flying: There are no direct flights from Seattle to Campbell River so connecting through Vancouver is necessary. In 2023 air carriers like Delta, American, Air Canada, WestJet and Alaskan Air all had flights between the two cities. Once in Vancouver, both Pacific Coastal and Central Mountain Airlines have flights to Campbell River.

Driving: There are two options for driving between Seattle and Campbell River.

•  Take the I5 freeway from Seattle to Vancouver, B.C., then catch BC Ferries from Tsawwassen to Vancouver Island and drive to Campbell River. This will take approximately 6 ½ hours, although clearing customs at the border and ferry line-ups could add time to the journey. Ferry reservations are recommended, as is allowing plenty of time to reach the ferry terminal at least an hour ahead of boarding.
• Take the Coho Ferry from Port Angeles to Victoria on Vancouver island, clearing Canadian customs and border requirements in Victoria. Once on Vancouver Island, the drive to Campbell River will take about 3 hours via Highway 19.

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Grizzly Bear & Whale Watching

Knight Inlet Lodge offers unique spring-to-fall experiences of both grizzly bears and whales during your 4 to 6 night stay at our lodge. Choose from a range of options to see bears and marine wildlife in one of the most magnificent natural settings in the world, surrounded by ancient forests and snow-capped mountains.

Grizzly Bear Viewing

Knight Inlet Lodge offers unique spring-to-fall experiences of grizzly bears in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest. Take bear tours and other excursions during your 2 to 3 night stay at our lodge, located in a sheltered cove in one of the most magnificent natural settings in the world.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                             book here grizzly bear viewing,  wildlife rafting,  hiking,  photo safaris,  kayak rentals, salmon snorkelling, adventure running camps & more.

From rivers and inlets, to alpine lakes; the Great Bear Rain  Forest offers it all!

Hospitality and accommodations in bella coola valley.

Kynoch Adventures  supports accommodations throughout the valley, offering our tours to guests at all accommodations. Whether on a bear watching holiday, eco rafting adventure, hiking or on an adventure running camp in the alpine or on valley trails, accommodations are close at hand.

Tour Meeting Points (NEW)

Effective 2020, Guests will meet at the following locations to sign in for their tours. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Transportation to the meeting points is the responsibility of the guest. Your own car is recommended, or a rental car if required. Kynoch Adventures can no longer offer transportation to the designated meeting points. Shuttle Vans will be used only from the meeting point to the boat launches or trail heads as required on tours. Having your own vehicle is mandatory for Bear Tours. Wilderness Eco Rafting, June through August 14 - Meet at Kynoch Office, 1896 Hwy 20. Bear Viewing Tours, August 15 to October 15 - Meet at Fisheries Pool Campground, South Tweedsmuir Park. Hiking or Other Tours - Inquire.

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All guests will be required to sign a Waiver and Release of Liability prior to participating on any Tours or Activities provided by Kynoch Adventures. A copy of our Waiver is available for your review prior to arrival.  Waivers may be signed at the Kynoch Office on arrival, prior to tour departure. The link below will take you to our Waiver.

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Polar Bear Tours - Churchill, MB

Come join us for your ultimate polar bear viewing experience. Travel with our guides in the most luxurious custom built Polar Rovers, where you will see arctic wildlife including arctic fox, caribou, snowy owls and of course the magnificent polar bear...all in their natural environment. Stay at our custom built Tundra Lodge, sleeping with polar bears under the awe inspiring northern lights.

The year 2018 marks our 30th anniversary

Since turning a love for the community and wildlife of Churchill, Manitoba, for photography, adventure, and the challenge of improving each new Polar Rover, into a thriving family-run business. We're excited to commemorate such an important year and share the journey we've taken since the days of 'Old Blue' (the first Polar Rover)!

When you ask the people who have been deeply connected to the growth of Great White Bear Tours over the past 30 years, you will hear many of the same words of endearment and strength about its owners Marilyn and Don Walkoski, and about the business. Yet, the same can be said about each and every individual who –throughout the years – have been there to support and guide the endeavours of Great White Bear Tours. It goes without saying that due to their dedication, Great White Bear Tours would not be where it is today.

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Learn more about our company, our Polar Rovers and Tundra Lodge, and meet the staff that will take you on your Great White Bear Tour!

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Take a look at some of the wildlife you may see during your Great White Bear Tours adventure: From polar bears to other wildlife. Also have a look at our Polar Rovers, as well as what Churchill has to offer.

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Ranked as the top polar bear tour in Churchill and well as one of the top "Things to Do" in Churchill. While visitors rate the tour as "Absolutely Amazing", we hope to give you the "Experience of a Lifetime". Click on the link below to see what others are saying about Great White Bear Tours.

Moscow Metro Tour

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Moscow metro private tours.

• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

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Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

+ for 3-hour tour

Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

Museum of Moscow Metro

• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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Starwatch: getting to know the Great Bear

Ursa Major covers a little more than 3% of the entire night sky, making it the third largest constellation by area

The seven brightest stars in Ursa Major, the Great Bear, form the shape known as the Plough, or the Big Dipper, or by a number of other names in different cultures.

The association with a bear dates to antiquity, when it was listed in Ptolemy’s original 48 constellations from the second century AD. Now incorporated into the International Astronomical Union’s list of 88 modern constellations, it covers a little more than 3% of the entire night sky, making it the third largest constellation by area.

The star Mizar, in the handle of the Plough, or the tail of the bear, is actually a double star and on still nights, from locations without light pollution, its fainter companion, called Alcor, is visible to the naked eye.

The constellation can also be used to pinpoint Polaris, the pole star. Starting at Merek and extending a line through Dubhe leads up to the pole star.

Because Ursa Major is so high in the northern sky it is difficult to see from much of the southern hemisphere. From Cape Town, South Africa, for example, only its legs are visible, sticking up from the northern horizon at this time of year.

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Will it be easy to find my way in the Moscow Metro? It is a question many visitors ask themselves before hitting the streets of the Russian capital. As metro is the main means of transport in Moscow – fast, reliable and safe – having some skills in using it will help make your visit more successful and smooth. On top of this, it is the most beautiful metro in the world !

. There are over 220 stations and 15 lines in the Moscow Metro. It is open from 6 am to 1 am. Trains come very frequently: during the rush hour you won't wait for more than 90 seconds! Distances between stations are quite long – 1,5 to 2 or even 3 kilometers. Metro runs inside the city borders only. To get to the airport you will need to take an onground train - Aeroexpress.

RATES AND TICKETS

Paper ticket A fee is fixed and does not depend on how far you go. There are tickets for a number of trips: 1, 2 or 60 trips; or for a number of days: 1, 3 days or a month. Your trips are recorded on a paper ticket. Ifyou buy a ticket for several trips you can share it with your traveling partner passing it from one to the other at the turnstile.

On every station there is cashier and machines (you can switch it to English). Cards and cash are accepted. 1 trip - 55 RUB 2 trips - 110 RUB

Tickets for 60 trips and day passes are available only at the cashier's.

60 rides - 1900 RUB

1 day - 230 RUB 3 days - 438 RUB 30 days - 2170 RUB.

The cheapest way to travel is buying Troyka card . It is a plastic card you can top up for any amount at the machine or at the ticket office. With it every trip costs 38 RUB in the metro and 21 RUB in a bus. You can get the card in any ticket office. Be prepared to leave a deposit of 50 RUB. You can get it back returning the card to the cashier.

SamsungPay, ApplePay and PayPass cards.

One turnstile at every station accept PayPass and payments with phones. It has a sticker with the logos and located next to the security's cabin.

GETTING ORIENTED

At the platfrom you will see one of these signs.

It indicates the line you are at now (line 6), shows the direction train run and the final stations. Numbers below there are of those lines you can change from this line.

In trains, stations are announced in Russian and English. In newer trains there are also visual indication of there you are on the line.

To change lines look for these signs. This one shows the way to line 2.

There are also signs on the platfrom. They will help you to havigate yourself. (To the lines 3 and 5 in this case). 

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