Great Bears of Bute: Grizzly Bear Viewing & Indigenous Cultural Tour
Overview
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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).
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests must be able to climb stairs
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Restroom on board
Tailored to dietary requirements
Coffee and/or Tea
What To Expect
Salish Sea
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.
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.
Options
Great Bears of Bute C
Lunch
Great Bears of Bute B
Lunch
Great Bears of Bute A
Lunch
Great Bears of Bute D
Lunch
Reviews
283 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Loved it!!
Gloria G,
Apr 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00The best experience ever! I would do this 100 times again. We saw grizzlies, salmons and we loved the nature!
what a joy
gloriabren,
Oct 12, 2024
- Viator
5.00what a fabulous day. The boat rode over was great as we stopped to see whales & seals with captain John. Deborah our guide was very knowledgeable about whales & bears & Tony our guide on the island was great. we had 10 sightings of 6 different bears including a mumma & cub. we're still bursting with joy❤️ thank you homalco
Perfekt day
Jrgen W,
Sep 5, 2024
- Viator
5.00Best Wildlife Tour we Made. Perfekt Mix between Nature , Kulture and real Wildlife. Excelent Organized . We Loved it. Thanks for the perfekt day in the wild.
Wonderful experience with knowledgeable guides
Denise F,
Oct 5, 2023
- Viator
5.00Seeing grizzlies was the highlight but so were the knowledgeable guides on the ground and on the boat. The captain was also wonderful with her knowledge of marine life. To hear more about the First Nations culture was a privilege. We loved it all.
Great experience!
Kelly R,
Oct 26, 2022
- Viator
5.00Our guides were so nice and the weather was perfect. I highly recommend this tour and look forward to coming back!
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