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Campbell River: Bute Inlet Grizzly-Watching Tour & Boat Ride

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Vancouver Island, Canada

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Overview

Your expedition begins with boarding our comfortable covered vessel, complete with a heated cabin and onboard washroom.

The 2.5-hour journey to Bute Inlet is a marine wildlife experience in itself, as our expert naturalist guides provide commentary and we keep a lookout for whales, dolphins, and sea lions along the way.

Once we arrive at the bear viewing location in the Orford River Valley, you'll enjoy an included lunch on the dock before being greeted by your Indigenous guides from the Homalco First Nation. You'll then board a van to travel along the inlet's rivers, safely observing grizzly bears catching salmon during the annual run from various viewing towers.

After approximately 3 hours of bear viewing, you'll return to our boat for the journey home, with more time to spot whales and enjoy the coastal scenery.

This tour does include a number of stairs and walking. If you have any concerns about your mobility, please contact us.

We require a minimum age of 12 years old.

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  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Gratuities
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East Dock
Campbell River, BC, Canada

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Bute Inlet

We travel 2.5 hours by boat into Bute Inlet to get to the Orford River, which is where we view Grizzly Bears on land.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Q: Will I get seasick on Campbell River: Bute Inlet Grizzly-Watching Tour & Boat Ride?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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