Arrive by water taxi to your remote lodge surrounded by 50 acres of beautifully forested land. Relax in the wide-open space on Berry Island located between Vancouver Island and the mainland of British Columbia with the Queen Charlotte Strait to the west and Knight Inlet to the east. With only 12 units of accommodation in total, this secluded escape is truly away from the crowds and a place to “disconnect from the virtual world and reconnect with the natural world”. Each accommodation unit is a private oceanside or waterfront view guest room with an ensuite bathroom, a cozy stove and two extra-long double beds. Adventures include wildlife excursions for bears and marine life, coastal safari tours, sea kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, rainforest walks and forest bathing.
Today you'll take a water taxi from Alder Bay for a scenic 30 minute service to Farewell Harbour where you'll be greeted by Farewell Harbour Lodge staff at the dock. You'll have a welcome orientation and lunch then time to settle into your accommodations. Your first tour heads out this afternoon in search of marine wildlife in the waters of Johnstone Strait and Blackfish Sound. This evening you'll enjoy dinner and a briefing on the next day's activities and a presentation on the subject of coastal ecology.
Enjoy an early breakfast before departing for a full day bear viewing adventure to one of the main grizzly viewing estuaries. Depending where you adventure to today and the tide you will be viewing from zodiac or on foot. You'll return to the lodge in time for dinner and an evening presentation on the Great Bear Rainforest, bears, whales or First Nations Culture in the area.
Another early breakfast this morning to maximize the best time in the day for wildlife viewings. You'll be on the water by 8am for either a second bear viewing safari or a more extensive exploration of Johnstone Strait and Blackfish Sound. Orcas typically return to these water mid-July and Humpbacks and other marine life remain throughout the season. You'll return in time for dinner and another evening program.
Before you depart back to Vancouver Island you'll have chance to select another short experience. You can choose a morning kayak excursion in the protected crystalline waters near Farewell Harbour Lodge, a marine mammal excursion, a rainforest walk or forest bathing walk. Take a late morning water taxi back to Alder Bay.
The tour officially starts and ends in Port Hardy, British Columbia. Travelers begin with a water taxi service from Alder Bay and return back to Port Hardy at the conclusion of the trip.
This is a 4-day wildlife and wilderness experience package. The itinerary begins upon your arrival at Farewell Harbour Lodge on Day 1 and concludes after a morning excursion and return water taxi on Day 4.
Key highlights include a remote wilderness lodge stay on Berry Island, a full-day grizzly bear viewing adventure in coastal estuaries, and marine wildlife excursions in Johnstone Strait and Blackfish Sound. Additional experiences feature evening ecological presentations, sea kayaking, rainforest walks, and forest bathing options.
The package includes 3 nights of accommodation at a remote wilderness lodge in a private room with an ensuite bathroom. It also covers round-trip water taxis between Alder Bay and Farewell Harbour Lodge, complimentary ground shuttles from Port Hardy, all meals and snacks, wildlife excursion transportation, and evening guide presentations.
Exclusions from the package include applicable local taxes, staff gratuities (recommended at $40 per day per guest), and alcoholic beverages (except wine provided with dinner).
While the tours are suitable for all age demographics, the average age of travelers is typically 45 and older. This ensures a comfortable, tranquil, and well-organized group environment for nature enthusiasts.
Solo travelers can choose options to join most tours by paying a single supplement to secure their own private room throughout the trip. Please inquire directly with booking agents before finalizing your reservation for specific single occupancy details.
This tour features a low level of physical demand, as wildlife viewing is primarily conducted from zodiacs, boats, or during easy, short walks. However, you should inquire about any specific mobility restrictions before completing your booking to ensure the activities suit your needs.
Each passenger is allowed to bring one large suitcase and one carry-on bag, with a weight limit of 32 kilograms (60 pounds) for the main suitcase. Because the journey involves a water taxi transfer to a remote island lodge, compact and manageable packing is strongly advised.
Yes, the lodge kitchen can accommodate reasonable dietary restrictions such as food allergies, vegan, and vegetarian requirements. Guests are requested to inform staff of any specific dietary needs at the time of booking so appropriate meal alternatives can be prepared.
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