Knight Inlet Lodge Grizzly Bear & Wildlife Watching
Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
Western Canada- Great Bear Rainforest
Great Bear Rainforest
A sublime ecological wonder
Stretching for almost 16 million acres along British Columbia’ s central and northern coast from the northern tip of Vancouver Island to the Alaskan border, this magnificent rainforest is the largest intact coastal temperate rainforest on earth. It’ s a realm of dewy forest, old-growth trees, babbling rivers, snowcapped mountains, jagged rockfaces and deep valleys, which host a staggering variety of wildlife, including grizzly bears and the iconic Kermode or‘ Spirit’ Bear, a black bear with all-white fur. The annual salmon run is another of nature’ s spectacular migrations, drawing wildlife to the rivers to feed and playing a crucial role in the ecosystem’ s long-term survival. Bella Coola, on the central coast, is an adventure hub offering visitors numerous activities including hiking, fishing, rafting, flightseeing, heli-skiing and wildlife viewing. See also the ancient petroglyphs of the Nuxalk Nation or visit the vast Tweedsmuir Provincial Park.
Knight Inlet Lodge Grizzly Bear & Wildlife Watching
3nt independent tour
spot grizzly bears • Knight Inlet cruise • magnificent wilderness
DAY 1 Campbell River Make your way to your Campbell River hotel.
DAY 2 Campbell River / Knight Inlet
Morning transfer and floatplane flight to the delightfully rustic Knight Inlet Lodge. Once settled embark on a small boat excursion in the estuary. This afternoon, set off on a two hour bear viewing tour( by boat in spring and summer or on a viewing platform late August-October). This is followed by a two hour Knight Inlet sightseeing cruise. This evening, relax as a guide gives an interpretive presentation.
3nt independent tour from
£ 2789pp
DAY 3 Knight Inlet
Participate in extra bear viewing and wildlife watching excursions and enjoy an interpretive hike through the Kwalate River Valley.
DAY 4 Knight Inlet / Campbell River
Enjoy one final bear viewing trip before your return by floatplane to Campbell River where your tour concludes.
Getting there: Flights from Vancouver to Bella Coola take 1½ hours.
Best time to go: June to August brings warm weather and the animals are most active, although bear viewing season runs from June to October.
DAY 1 Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
Transfer from Bella Coola airport to Tweedsmuir Park Lodge( also possible to self-drive). Settle in and enjoy the scenery, keeping watch for wildlife such as river otters and black bears.
DAY 2 Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
There is no better way to observe the local wildlife than with a silent and scenic drift down the Atnarko River. In the afternoon, head out on a guided walk to learn about the Great Bear Rainforest’ s flora and fauna.
• Prince Rupert
Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
3nt small group tour
GREAT BEAR RAINFOREST
Port Hardy •
• Tweedsmuir Provincial Park
• Bella Coola
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Knight Inlet •
VANCOUVER ISLAND
3nt small group tour from
£ 3459pp
hike ancient rainforest trails • scale alpine ridges • scenic river drifts
DAY 3 Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
Join your naturalist guide for a nature walk in the old-growth forests of Tweedsmuir Park. Enjoy a packed lunch before continuing on to the Via Ferrata where experienced guides will help you up short rock faces, across thin ledges and along ridge lines.
DAY 4 Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
Depart the lodge by shuttle to Bella Coola Airport or by your own car.
© Bella Coola Heli Sports & Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
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What you need to know:
Daily departures May-Oct
3H Comfort Inn & Suites( 1nt) and 4H Knight Inlet Lodge( 2 nts).
Breakfast. Lunch and dinner( plus house wine with dinner) also included on days 2 & 3.
The price shown includes transfers to the floatplane base, return floatplane, accommodation & meals as outlined, guided sightseeing as highlighted, all park user fees, staff gratuities, environmental levy and conservation fee.
Note: Floatplane luggage limit is one14kg bag per person( excess luggage can be stored at the floatplane terminal). Minimum age 6 years except 31 Aug-13 Oct when it’ s 8 years. Longer 4-6 night packages available on request.
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Knight Inlet Lodge
4H
This rustic floating lodge is tucked deep in the sheltered waters of Knight Inlet at the mouth of the Glendale River. The lodge is an assortment of five modern floats containing 18 guest rooms, saunas, a cosy Indigenous‘ longhouse’ themed dining hall, guest lounge, interpretive centre and outdoor decks. Guest rooms feature heated floors, a rainfall shower and views of the inlet or shoreline behind the lodge. The rooms do not have a TV or telephone.
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What you need to know:
Daily departures early Julmid Aug
3HPlus Tweedsmuir Park Lodge in a private timberframe chalet or open concept suite.
Full board, starting with lunch on day 1 and ending with breakfast on day 4. A selection of top wines, local craft beer and award-winning spirits also included.
The price shown includes shuttle transfers, accommodation, daily guided excursions and use of adventure equipment.
Note: Extra nights available. Please ask for prices. Minimum age 12 years. Maximum 6 guests per group.
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Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
3HPLUS
Beneath the skyline of the Coast Mountains and at the edge of the Great Bear Rainforest this welcoming lodge has nothing but untamed nature for miles. Facilities here include a restaurant, lounge and bar, gym, yoga studio, wildlife viewing platform, hot tub, cedar sauna and games room. Your chalet features panoramic mountain views, a private deck, mini fridge, gas fireplace, coffee maker and free WiFi( there is no TV in the cabin).
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