Grizzly Bears of Knight Inlet Lodge
Located 80 km north of Campbell River, Knight Inlet is a wild and remote area of the Great Bear Rainforest.
As the longest fjord on the BC coast, Indigenous-owned Knight Inlet Lodge offers visitors spectacular scenery set against a backdrop of dramatic mountain peaks plunging into the Pacific Ocean. This 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.
This pristine wilderness is home to grizzly bears, black bears, mountain goats, seals, otters and bald eagles, all thriving in one of Canada's most spectacular natural environments. Wildlife viewing takes place by boat or from purpose-built viewing platforms, depending on the season, offering remarkable opportunities to observe these animals in their natural habitat.
Back at the lodge, comfortable guest rooms, warm hospitality and fresh local cuisine provide a welcoming retreat after a day of exploration. Whether watching a bear forage along the shoreline or simply taking in the stillness of the fjord from the deck, every moment here feels deeply connected to the wilderness that surrounds you.
Itinerary
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Fly from Vancouver to Campbell River, where you'll be met on arrival and transferred to your accommodation. The remainder of the day is yours to relax and enjoy the gateway to British Columbia's stunning wilderness.
Overnight Campbell River
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This morning, board a scenic floatplane flight to Knight Inlet Lodge, nestled in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest. Following a welcome orientation, set out on your first grizzly bear viewing excursion. Home to one of the highest concentrations of grizzly bears in British Columbia, the area offers exceptional opportunities to observe these magnificent animals in their natural habitat.
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight Knight Inlet Lodge
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Spend a full day immersed in the wilderness of Knight Inlet. Enjoy guided grizzly bear viewing excursions and the opportunity to observe other native wildlife, including eagles, seals, otters, and mountain goats. Depending on the season, additional lodge activities may include rainforest walks, wildlife tracking excursions, scenic lookouts, cultural and ecological interpretation, or sea kayaking through sheltered coastal waters.
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight Knight Inlet Lodge
Optional Activities
Walking Tours Explore ancient old-growth rainforest, towering moss-covered trees, waterfalls, and the beautiful Kwalate Valley
Interpretive Tracking Tours Learn about grizzly bear behaviour and conservation while searching for tracks, trails, rub trees, and other signs of wildlife
Walk Above the Clouds Follow a raised boardwalk to a scenic lookout with spectacular panoramic views over Knight Inlet
Big Cedar Hike Walk through diverse forest landscapes and discover ancient Western Red Cedars, culturally modified trees, and local birdlife
Sea Kayaking Paddle through calm coastal waters and enjoy the chance to spot wildlife, including grizzly bears foraging along the shoreline
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Enjoy a final early morning wildlife viewing excursion before returning to Campbell River by floatplane. Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Vancouver, bringing your unforgettable Great Bear Rainforest adventure to an end.
Meals Breakfast
Note Bear viewing is mainly by boat except in autumn when it’s on platforms. Knight Inlet Lodge welcomes guests aged 6 years (boat season) 8 years (platform season) and older. No internet or mobile phone service is available at Great Bear Nature Lodge. Some tours may not be available occasionally due to weather or time constraints.
Inclusions
1 nights’ accommodation in Campbell River
2 nights’ accommodation at Knight Inlet Lodge
All meals during your stay at Knight Inlet Lodge
House wine with dinner at Knight Inlet Lodge
Economy class & shared seaplane flights
Shared bear viewing and other activities at Knight Inlet Lodge
Rain gear (if required) at Knight Inlet Lodge
Gratuities (2026 only) and environmental research fee
BC backcountry permit fee and First Nations user fee
Excludes Alcoholic beverages not listed as included at Knight Inlet Lodge, all beverages and meals in Campbell River, & Gratuities (2027 only)
Daily, May to October
01 Jul–30 Aug from $7,370 per person
21 May-30 Jun & 31 Aug-12 Oct 2027 from $7,930 per person
Note Pricing per person share twin. Single supplement applies. Pricing varies due to fluctuations in exchange rates; please contact your Travel Expert for current pricing or other changes. Please enquire about pricing for children (6 to 16 years), triple share, and quad share. Please also enquire about pricing for 4, 5, 6, and 7-night programmes. The price of the included economy class flights are subject to change. Please also enquire about alternate British Columbia bear viewing programmes at: Klahoose Wilderness Lodge, Spirit Bear Lodge, & Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
Terms & Conditions Pricing is provided as a guide only and is subject to availability at the time of booking. This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you. A luggage restriction of 14 kg of soft-sided luggage (checked and carry-on) applies. Quotations are subject to change until confirmed and paid in full due to factors such as currency fluctuations, supplier charges and availability. Accommodation, transport, itineraries and inclusions may be amended where necessary by the operator. Valid passports, visas (where required) and comprehensive travel insurance are the responsibility of the traveller. International and domestic airfares, personal expenses and items not specifically listed as included may incur additional costs. Travel agent service fees and credit card fees may apply. For full terms & conditions, please contact your Wanderlust Travel Experts for details.
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