Bear Watching
Grizzly bear crossing a stream (Canadian Tourism Commission photo)
The Village of Klemtu looks out over a protected bay deep in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest.
Take a guided tour with Spirit Bear Adventures in search of the elusive Kermode (Spirit) bear, and keep an eye out for a large resident population of black and grizzly bears.
The best-known residents of the Great Bear Rainforest are Kermode bears, who live here in larger numbers than anywhere else on the planet. In spring, Kermode bears have stark white coats, which change to a butter yellow in fall. They also have black eyes and noses, differentiating them from albino bears. Kermode bears are especially visible along the water’s edge during salmon spawning season, so plan to visit in September or October for the best chance of a sighting.
BC’s central coast is also home to a large number of black and grizzly bears, which are commonly spotted from mid-June through to mid-October.
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Bear Watching Tours
Spirit Bear Adventures, operating out of an office at the public dock, offers eco-cultural/wildlife viewing tours, which explore the traditional territory of the Kitasoo/Xai'xais people. Tour guides work with local “watchmen” to maximize the likelihood of a bear sighting, and along the way they highlight ancient cultural sites that signify the connection between local First Nations and the natural environment.
Experienced kayakers can also take self-guided tours. Kayakers heading out on self-guided tours are encouraged to stop in at the Tourism Office on the public dock to review the code of ethics for travelling in the Kitasoo/Xai'xais traditional territory. Staff can also provide information regarding camping spots, which are difficult to find in this area, and the best viewing locales.
Other wildlife in the Great Bear Rainforest includes Sitka black-tailed deer, bald eagles, hawks and coastal wolves. Whales, dolphins, porpoises and sea lions live in the nutrient-rich waters.
Practical Points
- Only those with extensive outdoor experience should venture out on self-guided wildlife viewing tours.
- Keep a respectful distance from wildlife.
- Carry bear spray at all times.
- Respect sites of cultural significance: archaeological artifacts and petroglyphs are fragile and should not be disturbed.
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Box 401
Klemtu, British Columbia
V0T 1L0
Websitehttp://www.spiritbear.com
Toll-free
Phone250-339-5644
Spirit Bear Lodge is located in the Kitasoo First Nation village of Klemtu, BC. With the lodge as our base, we travel in small groups by boat, exploring the temperate rainforest and ecological wonders of Princess Royal Island, home to the world's only Kitasoo Spirit Bear Conservancy. See the rare Spirit bear and majestic Grizzly bear, who inhabit the traditional territory of the Kitasoo/Xai'xais First Nation. Fabulous opportunities exist to watch and photograph these amazing creatures in their natural habitat.
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Websitehttp://www.bluewateradventures.ca
Toll-free888-877-1770
Phone604-980-3800
We offer multi-day cruises through Haida Gwaii's (Queen Charlotte Islands') Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, Northern Vancouver Island, the Great Bear Rainforest, North Coast/ Khutzeymateen and Southeast Alaska. Our 68' vessels provide the perfect base from which to tour remote coastlines. On these world-class learning journeys we expect to see whales, bears, rich intertidal zones, and a great number of birds. With our First Nations guides we visit ancient villages, see totem poles and hope to catch a glimpse of the Kermode. Our experienced Crew and on-board naturalist will take you places that few have visited on our award-winning expeditions.
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Websitehttp://www.MapleLeafAdventures.com
Toll-free888-599-5323
Phone250-386-7245
Rated "Trip of a Lifetime" by Frommer's (2000-2012) & a "Best Adventure Travel Company on Earth" by National Geographic Adventure (2009). Take a multi-day adventure cruise on the 28 m (92 ft) schooner Maple Leaf to really experience BC's wildlife, landscape & culture. Cruise islands & fjords, explore ancient rainforests. A-list naturalists & guides lead you to intimate bear, whale & seabird viewing & First Nations sites. Frequent shore trips, gourmet cuisine, friendly crew & accommodations. Queen Charlotte Islands, Great Bear Rainforest, Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands. By a leader in sustainable tourism, these trips are for people who enjoy the path less travelled. Visit us for information.
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Websitehttp://www.outershores.ca
Toll-free855-714-7233
Phone250-244-1218
OuterShores offers multi-day wildlife & cultural expeditions along the BC coast. Explore, experience & learn about stunning wildlife & ancient cultures while living & travelling in comfort aboard our classic 70' schooner Passing Cloud. Coastal cruising, sailing, sea kayaking, & frequent shore excursions provide amazing opportunities to encounter whales, wolves, grizzly bears, Spirit bears, sea otters, seabirds & First Nations cultural heritage sites. Expedition destinations include Haida Gwaii, the Great Bear Rainforest, Johnstone Strait, West Coast Vancouver Island, & the Southern Gulf Islands Archipelago. Join our crew of expert mariners & naturalists on an adventure of a lifetime!
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