Our selection of bear viewing excursions depart from several locations throughout Alaska such as Anchorage, Juneau and Wrangell offering you great opportunities to include a bear viewing experience as part of your Alaska vacation. |  | | |  | |
 | Fly from Anchorage to the world's most famous bear viewing site! Depart
Anchorage early in the morning aboard a wheeled plane flight to King Salmon or
Kulik (approx. duration 1.5 hrs). On arrival in King Salmon or Kulik, a local
representative will transfer you directly to a seaplane for a 20 minute flight
to Brooks Camp. After a short safety briefing about bears by a park ranger, you
are free to explore the nature preserve and enjoy unguided bear viewing for
about 6 hours. Viewing platforms are connected by walking trails, and are
strategically placed for commanding views of brown bear activity. Rangers are
based at platforms and on trails to provide information, safety, and to rotate
viewing groups during busy periods. Depart for Anchorage in the early evening.
Tour includes: Round trip flights between Anchorage and Brooks Lodge.
Not included: Meals and transfers in Anchorage. Bear viewing at Brooks River Falls is quite dependant on the annual salmon
runs, with the most reliable viewing from June 25 to July 25 and September 1 to
10. However, bears are in the area throughout the summer months. IMPORTANT: Flight schedule between Anchorage and King
Salmon/Kulik might change without notice. Especially during the month of July
flights are very limited. Depending on availability the flight from Anchorage
may depart as early as 6:30am and/or the return flight may be earlier. The time
at Brooks may be less than 6 hours due to flight schedule and weather.
Required at time of booking: Passenger weights, dates of
birth and full names as they appear on
identification.
Season: Daily departuresJune 15 - September 18, 2013
Departure Time: approx. 7:30am
(7:30H)
Duration: approx. 14 hours
Price: USD 727 per person
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This morning, transfer to the Lake Hood seaplane base for a scenic flight to
prime bear viewing habitat. The small planes allow for better sightseeing
opportunities along the way. Fly over glaciers, volcanoes and the vast coastal
region where the giant bears roam. With several hours of flight time allocated
to the safari, you will be inspired by Alaska's vast and rugged wilderness.
Flying over lower Cook Inlet, the tour route will take you along the shores of
Katmai National Park & Preserve to Brooks Falls. About 4-5 hours will be
spent exploring the park and watching bears (unguided). This bear watching
flight safari offers a great adventure for wildlife enthusiasts of all ages!
Tour includes: Transfers to and from most Anchorage
hotels, roundtrip flight from Anchorage, unguided bear viewing and sack
lunch. NOTE: While bear viewing is not guaranteed, July is typically the best time
for bear viewing in this area. Required at time of booking: Passenger weights and
hotel information if pick-up is required.
Season: Daily
departures July 01 - July 31, 2013
Departure Time: 8:00am
(8:00H)
Duration: 10 - 12 hours including
transfers
Price: USD 833 per person
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 | Depart Anchorage by seaplane for a one-hour flight following a scenic route
across Cook Inlet to the foothills of the Aleutian Range. Upon arrival at
Redoubt Bay Lodge, you will be met by your experienced nature guide who will
provide an orientation about the surrounding wilderness and then take you on a
guided bear viewing tour by boat. From the water you are able to safely get
close to view Alaska's magnificent bears in their natural habitat. Tour
includes: Transfers in Anchorage and lunch at the lodge.
NOTE:
While bear viewing is not guaranteed, your guide will insure that you receive
the best possible experience. The best bear viewing is typically from June
15 through August 15. Required at time of booking: Passenger weights and
hotel information in Anchorage Season: Daily departures June 15 - August 15,
2013
Departure Time: 8:00am (8:00H) and 12:30pm
(12:30H)
Duration: 6 hours including 2 hours total flying
time
Price: USD 624 per person
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 | Depart Anchorage by seaplane for a one-hour flight following a scenic route
across Cook Inlet to the foothills of the Aleutian Range. Upon arrival at
Redoubt Bay Lodge, you will be met by your experienced nature guide who will
provide an orientation about the surrounding wilderness and then take you on a
guided bear viewing tour by boat. From the water you are able to safely get
close to view Alaska's magnificent bears in their natural habitat.
Tour includes: Transfers to and from most Anchorage hotels,
roundtrip flight from anchorage, approx. 6-7 hour boat trip (covered pontoon
boat), and lunch at the lodge. Guided kayaking or fishing can also be arranged
with advanced notice. NOTE: While bear viewing is not guaranteed, your guide will ensure that you
receive the best possible experience. The best bear viewing is typically
from June 15 through August 15. A 2-person minimum is required for this tour to
operate. Required at time of booking: Passenger weights and hotel
information.
Season: Daily departures June 15 - August
25, 2013
Departure Time: 8:00am
(8:00H)
Duration: 10 hours including 2 hours total flying
time
Price: USD 814 per person
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A Lake Clark National Park bear viewing tour provides an Alaska experience of
a lifetime. Depart from Lake Hood Sea Plane Harbor in Anchorage and fly
southwest over Cook Inlet toward the Chigmit Mountains. Enjoy spectacular views
of the Alaska and Aleutian Mountain Ranges and two active volcanoes - Mt.
Redoubt and Mt. Iliamna - before landing in Crescent Lake within Lake Clark
National Park and Preserve. You will disembark at Redoubt Mountain Lodge where
knowledgeable guides escort you by boat to lakeside areas to view bears feeding
on spawning Alaska salmon. About 6-7 hours will be spent of guided bear viewing.
This bear watching flight safari offers a great adventure for wildlife
enthusiasts of all ages! Tour includes: Transfers to and from
most Anchorage hotels, roundtrip floatplane flight from Anchorage,
guided bear viewing and lunch. NOTE: While bear viewing is not guaranteed, the most reliable bear
viewing for this area is within the operation dates listed for this
tour. Required at time of booking: Passenger weights and
hotel information if pick-up is required. Season: Daily departures August 1 - September 15,
2013
Departure Time: 8:00am
(8:00H)
Duration: 10 - 12 hours including
transfers
Price: USD 819 per person
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This is an exciting bear viewing tour for individuals with limited time
but who want to experience the awe and majesty of Admiralty Island, known as the
"Fortress of the Bears" by the Tlingit native people. Fly by float plane and be
led by your experienced pilot/guide to places within the Pack Creek Bear
Preserve including Windfall Harbor.
NOTE: Due to safety concerns,
participants must be able to get in and out of the floatplane unaided. Also,
participants must be fit enough to hike/walk a few miles in waders through
wilderness and dress appropriately for the weather.
SPECIAL
TERMS: Cancellation terms: if cancelled up to 61 days
prior: USD 50 per person fee applies; if cancelled 60 - 0 days prior the tour is
non-refundable. If the tour gets cancelled due to weather a $50 per person fee
will be charged, the rest is refundable. The $50 per person fee is the forest
service fee which is non-refundable!
Season: Departures
May 11 - September 15, 2013.
The tour is NOT possible on:
July 6, 9, 13,
14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 23, 24
August 7, 13, 14, 21, 24
Departure
Time: Various times depending on tides.
Duration: 6
hours (Allow additional 1 hour for transfers between downtown and the floatplane
base)
Price: USD 649 per person
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 | Depart Anchorage on a scenic 1.5 hour flight across Cook Inlet. Enjoy
spectacular views of the Alaska and Aleutian Mountain Ranges and two active
volcanoes - Mt. Redoubt and Mt. Iliamna before landing on a remote beach in
front of Alaska Homestead Lodge. You will have 3 to 4 hours of guided brown bear
viewing. Your experienced guide will drive you in a wagon pulled by an ATV to
the best viewing spots. You will be able to get out of the wagon to photograph
the bears by foot from safe areas. Tour includes: Lunch, guided bear viewing
and roundtrip flights from Anchorage. The most reliable times for bear viewing are mid-June to mid-September. IMPORTANT NOTE: All cancellations, including weather cancellations, are
subject to a 10% administrative fee. Required at the time of booking: Passenger
weights
Season: Daily departures June 1 - August 31,
2013
Departure Time: varies
Duration: 6
- 7 hours
Price: USD 1665 per person
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 | Enjoy a scenic 1 to 1 ¾ hours flight over active volcanoes and glaciers to
the east coast of Katmai National Park (this tour does NOT go to Brooks Falls).
This 5 hour trip begins with a morning departure (exact time dependant on tides
and weather) from Homer by small plane. After landing on the beach, you and your
guide will spend approximately 3 hours walking along the beaches and meadows to
view brown bears in their natural habitat. From a safe distance, you may observe
the bears fishing, digging for clams, grubbing for roots and grasses,
socializing and raising their young. It is also possible to see foxes, bald
eagles, and various sea life. Bears typically are seen on this tour!
Tour includes: roundtrip flight and guide. Not included: meals and
transfers to and from your hotel.
Required at time of
booking: Passenger weights. There is a 2 passenger minimum for
this tour to operate. Season: Daily departures May 25 - September 20,
2013
Departure Time: 7:00am - 9:00am (7:00H
- 9:00H) depending on tides & weather.
Duration: 6-8
hours
Price: USD 595 per person
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