Located 50 air miles from Port Hardy, on the northern tip of Vancouver Island, this fully self-contained floating lodge is situated at the mouth of a major salmon river in the Great Bear Rainforest. Its location guarantees a true wilderness experience and exceptional wildlife viewing. An afternoon floatplane flight from Port Hardy takes you to the lodge for a three-night stay with your first bear viewing that same day. On your final day a late afternoon flight returns you to Port Hardy for an overnight stay. The lodge comprises of eight bedrooms each with its own bathroom and shower, dining room and natural history museum. Natural wood decks provide a perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine while taking in the beauty of the scenery.
Bear Viewing
Accompanied by an experienced wildlife biologist you will view bears as you float by boat or watch from specially designed optimal viewing areas during scheduled morning and afternoon sessions. Keep a watch for black bear, pine martens, mink, and bald eagles too. Guests arriving in autumn (fall) will also be able to witness migrating salmon from a series of enclosed blinds and open viewing platforms.
Deaprture dates
May to mid-October
Minimum age 15
Arrival Options
Flights between Vancouver and Port Hardy are available (extra charge applies) and Great Bear Lodge offers complimentary transfers from the airport to floatplane dock. Pre-tour accommodation may be required at Port Hardy to fit in with flight schedule.
