Active Elements, Epic Scenery, Off the Beaten Path, Rural Charm In the heart of Canada's Great Bear Rainforest, nature's symphony unfolds. Glide softly along the Atnarko River, or track elusive grizzlies in enchanting old-growth woods.Trip Overview:In the heart of Canada's Great Bear Rainforest, nature's symphony unfolds. Glide softly along the Atnarko River, or track elusive grizzlies in enchanting old-growth woods.
Highlights:
- Drift silently down the Atnarko River, spotting wildlife in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest.
- Walk beneath towering cedars and hemlocks, uncovering the secrets of British Columbia’s old-growth forests.
- Learn to track grizzly bears with expert guides who share insights into their wild habitat.
- Explore historic frontier cabins that recall the region’s rugged trapping past.
- Unwind at Tweedsmuir Park Lodge, where adventure blends seamlessly with serenity.
Included Services:- Shuttle transfer between Bella Coola airport and Tweedsmuir Park Lodge (Passengers may also drive to the lodge)
- 3 nights accommodation at Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
- Daily guided excursions including Guided Hikes, Scenic River Drifts, Via Ferrata, Bella Coola Valley Tours, visits to First Nations petroglyph sites and totem pole locations (depending on duration – scenic river drift included for all)
- Private packages can include the following: Helicopter Adventures, Fjord and Hot Springs Tours, Aerial Tree Top Adventure, Low Ropes Course
- Use of adventure equipment: binoculars, radios, rain jackets and pants, umbrellas, climbing harnesses, mountain bikes, helmets, lifejackets
- Access to lodge amenities: private wildlife viewing platform, hot tub, cedar sauna, fitness centre, yoga studio, games room, dining room, lounge, outdoor patio, fire pit, lawn games, artist-in-residence program (Aug), retail shop, complimentary internet throughout the main lodge and guest chalets
- Private SUV during tours (shuttle may be used for airport transfers)
- Fishing is included in Private packages
- Meals: full board starting with lunch on day 1 and ending with breakfast (or packed lunch for afternoon departures) on the day of departure
- A selection of top wines predominately from British Columbia, craft beer from local breweries, and award-winning spirits
- Provincial Taxes and Federal GST
- Sustainability Surcharge
Excluded Services:- Travel insurance
- International, domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Passport & Visa fees, if applicable
Day 1: Arrive in Bella Coola, British ColumbiaWelcome to the Great Bear Rainforest! When you arrive at Bella Coola airport, Tweedsmuir Park Lodge staff are there to greet you and transfer you to Tweedsmuir Park Lodge (unless you arrive at the lodge by car). If you arrive before 12:00, you can enjoy lunch with your hosts. Begin your adventure with an orientation tour of the resort and mapping out what activities you are interested to pursue during your stay. Your private package is designed to be flexible, letting you decide what activities you do on what day. A general schedule is laid out for each day, but may be adjusted for weather, animal activity and other preferences.
Hotel: Tweedsmuir Park Lodge (3 Star Rating)
Tweedsmuir Park Lodge is situated at the junction of the Atnarko, Talchako, and Bella Coola Valleys. Looking southwest from the front patio, there is 600 metres of river frontage and stunning views of the aptly named Mt. Stupendous and Mt. Melikan. It's an exceptional location and has been a favourite place for local First Nations people to camp and fish for thousands of years. The lodge property is also known as Stuie, which means "nice place to rest" in the Nuxalk language.
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Meal(s): Dinner, Lunch
Day 2: Exploring Tweedsmuir ParkThere is no better way to observe the local wildlife than with a silent and scenic drift down the Atnarko River. In the afternoon you can head out on a guided walk to learn about the flora and fauna of the Great Bear Rainforest. Take a day to be introduced to the old growth forests of Tweedsmuir Park on an interpretive Nature Walk or visit the old homesteads and frontier trapper cabins of Tote Road.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 3: Exploring Tweedsmuir ParkAfter breakfast it’s time to head out with your naturalist guide for a Nature Walk in the old- growth forests of Tweedsmuir Park. Your guide will explain the ecology of the area and show you how to track grizzly bears. Enjoy a packed lunch in the field before continuing on to the Via Ferrata where experienced guides will help you up short rock faces, across thin ledges and along ridge lines, all at their pace, making sure they can make the most of the stunning natural landscape in a safe manner. There are two route options; a moderate vertical ladder route and a more advanced route that includes 2 aerial wire bridge sections with overhead support cables. Optional substitution for an additional Nature Walk or Scenic River Drift (space permitting).
Meal(s): Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Day 4: Depart from Bella Coola, British ColumbiaAfter breakfast, you either depart the lodge independently, or are assisted with your transfer to Bella Coola Airport.
Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch