Canada | Tour Code: 11881
Discover one of the world’s best grizzly bear viewing experiences! Set in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest, this unique floating lodge offers thrilling wildlife encounters, Indigenous-owned hospitality, and the raw beauty of the Canadian wilderness — all in one unforgettable stay.
Overview
This wild and remote inlet is located 80km by air north of Campbell River, British Columbia. At 125km in length, this inlet is one of the largest on the BC coast and features towering snow-capped granite cliffs, waterfalls and glaciers. Knight Inlet, the traditional territory of the Da’ naxda’ xw Awaetlala First Nation, is home to an abundance of grizzly bears as well as killer whales, humpback whales, porpoises, dolphins, salmon, seals and sea lions.
Spring and summer grizzlies feed on the cove’s abundance of sedge grasses, berries and shellfish in the intertidal zone. During this time, the bears can be seen by boat on the banks of Glendale Cove. The returning salmon in the fall provide the high-fat, high-protein food source required for winter hibernation. In the fall, the bears can be seen in large numbers from the specially constructed viewing platform.
Situated 60kms from the mouth of the inlet is Knight Inlet Lodge. The floating lodge is tucked into Glendale Cove, which offers one of the few protected anchorages in the inlet, and it is here that you will begin each day’s adventure.
Each guest’s itinerary is designed to maximise their time in this remarkable setting. The first full day at the lodge is pre-planned, with excursions typically beginning immediately after your safety orientation. After this first day, you will meet with the lodge manager each evening before dinner at a designated desk in the dining hall to discuss and coordinate their next day’s adventures. The day is divided into four time blocks of approximately 2 to 2.5 hours each (except for departure morning, which is 1.5 hours). Depending on the adventures chosen, guests can participate in one to four excursions per day, with most opting for two to three activities. To ensure minimal impact on the wildlife and a more personal experience, excursions are limited to between six and twelve guests per group.
Additional Information
FROM price reflects the lowest available price within the advertised travel period (e.g. April to October). Pricing varies depending on travel dates, availability and demand, and may not be available on all departures. Higher pricing applies during peak and shoulder periods. Final pricing is confirmed at the time of enquiry or booking. Please refer to Pricing & Price Conditions for full details, including inclusions, exclusions and other conditions.
