Bear Adventure in Spring

5.0(9)7 hFree cancellationBy Wild Waterways Adventures

Courting spring bears, foraging in the intertidal zone.

About this activity

What makes this tour unique it that there are no crowds and we are not in bear stands. Viewing is from the boat only. Most often we are the only boat out there. Additionally, we do not book more than 8 guests on this adventure to ensure unobstructed views and a quiet setting for bears.

Upon departure, we travel 2 hours north of Campbell River into the heart of bear country through vast fjords with whimsical waterfalls for you to enjoy while your guide keeps a keen eye out for intertidal Black bears! Shortly thereafter, we head to the estuaries in search of Grizzly bears.

This is a spring bear tour and only books May & June when bears are emerging from hibernation and their spring foraging habits are predictable. They are not feeding on salmon this time of year.

Note: Departure times vary due to tides. If your departure time changes we will contact you prior to the trip. Please check for our messages the day before, or contact us if you are going out of service.

What's included

✓Bottled water
✓Snacks
✓Lunch
✓Floater suits, goggles, gloves & beenies
✓Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

✕Parking fees at the marina $4

Meeting and pickup

Meet our vessel at Discovery Harbour Marina's the south ramp, F Dock, Slip F32. You will see a white picnic table with a red roof and fish cutting tables on the platform. Parking is free near the ferry, but you must pay closer to the ramp.
Meet our vessel at the loading dock at the Quathiaski Cove Ferry Terminal on Quadra Island at Coveside Fish and Chips at the marina. Marina parking is $4 for the day.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Traveller name, height & weights needed and for children name, age, height & weight
We have a minimum of 4 guests required to run a tour, if a tour does not reach our minimum we will contact the guests to rebook or refund.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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