Join this small group tour along British Columbia’s remote Taku River to photograph grizzlies up close - a thrilling and unforgettable experience.
From late July through to mid-August, large numbers of grizzly bears congregate in this area to take advantage of the plentiful pink and Chinook salmon that run up the Taku River to spawn. For over 20 years these bears have been treated with total respect by the small controlled number of human visitors and consequently they are totally relaxed around people.
This, in turn, offers perhaps the most spectacular and intimate photography opportunities imaginable – the bears come so close that you will find yourself taking pictures with a wide angle lens! On a daily basis there will be numerous close encounters with the bears, and you'll get the most out of these photographic opportunities over your stay.
In addition to these magnificent grizzlies, the spawning salmon also attract other predators like bald eagles and, occasionally, even grey wolves.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1:
Fly to Vancouver
Depart the UK on a flight to Vancouver. Arrive in Vancouver later the same day and transfer downtown.
Accommodation: Vancouver hotel, 1-night
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Day 2:
Fly to Whitehorse
Late morning we transfer to Vancouver airport for the flight to Whitehorse, Yukon Territories.
Accommodation: Whitehorse hotel, 1-night
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Day 3:
Helicopter to Grizzly Camp on Taku River
In the early morning, we board our shuttle bus transfer from Whitehorse to the Atlin town helipad (2 hours). We enjoy a scenic helicopter flight (30 minutes) over the Nakina – Inklin Rivers Conservancy to the Grizzly Camp. Upon arrival and after checking in, we enjoy a relaxing lunch and briefing on bear viewing in the vicinity.
In the afternoon we head on our first bear watching and photography along the Taku River and tributaries.
Accommodation: Grizzly Camp, 6-nights
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Days 4-8
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Wildlife excursions & bear photography on Taku River
During our time at Grizzly Camp, we have a completely flexible itinerary revolving around morning and afternoon bear watching and photography. During periods of reduced bear activity there will be time to relax in camp and review images.
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Day 9:
Bear watching and helicopter to Atlin, onward flight to Whitehorse
Today we enjoy one last bear watching in the morning before to board our helicopter and fly back to Atlin, followed by a bus ride to Whitehorse.
Accommodation: Whitehorse hotel, 1-night
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Day 10:
Fly to Vancouver
After a leisurely morning we transfer to the airport for our flight to Vancouver and transfer to our hotel downtown. We enjoy our last evening meal in the hub of the city, reflecting on the trip and incredible encounters.
Accommodation: Vancouver hotel, 1-night
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Day 11:
Depart Vancouver
Today we have some free time to explore the vibrant city of Vancouver before heading to the airport for our overnight flight back to the UK.
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Day 12:
Arrive UK
Please note: There are also longer departures spending 8 nights at the Grizzly Camp are also available. Please enquire for more details.
