Great Bears of Bute: Grizzly Bear Viewing & Indigenous Cultural Tour

Name: Great Bears of Bute: Grizzly Bear Viewing & Indigenous Cultural Tour
Brand: Viator
Price: 474.91 USD
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4.9(337)8 hours - 9 hoursEnglishBook 1 day aheadVancouver Island, Canada

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Witness grizzly bears in their natural habitat on this breathtaking wildlife, cultural and marine tour. Join an Indigenous guide and visit the traditional territory of the Homalco First Nations in Bute Inlet. Bear viewing, whale watching and cultural exploration make for a one-of-a-kind adventure.

This is the only bear tour from Campbell River that is 100% indigenous owned and provides you with an immersive indigenous experience from start to finish. By choosing Homalco Tours you help contribute to the cultural and economic recovery of the Homalco First Nation people and youth. Thank you for choosing us and in the language of our people "ʔiymot" (it is good).

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Restroom on board
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What you'll do

Journey in comfort on-board a covered, heated boat through the Salish Sea to Orford Bay
Along the way your skipper and First Nation guide will share their knowledge of the human history and legends of this spectacular area while on the lookout for humpback whales, orcas, dolpins, sea lions, bald eagles and more.
2 hours
You are now in grizzly bear country on the traditional territory of the Homalco First Nation
Trained bear guides transport you by mini-bus to where the bears gather for safe viewing of these magnificent creatures at various sites and wildlife viewing towers along the Orford and Algard Rivers. Uncover the history and legends of the Homalco people and their relationship to the land while learning about bear behaviour and habitat.
3 hours
Campbell River
Campbell River, Canada
Return to Campell River from Orford Bay. Keep an eye open for any marine wildlife that may be near!
2 hours

Meeting and pickup

1 location

Pickup details

Homalco Tours is located at the Coast Marina, 1003B Island Hwy, Campbell River, BC V9W 2C4. The office is located next to the BC Ferries Terminal. All-day parking is available at the Tyee Plaza Shopping Centre across the street.