Search for the mythical Spirit Bear

Spirit Bear Lodge is an Indigenous-owned lodge, offering exclusive access to wildlife viewing areas and cultural sites within the Kitasoo Xai’xais Traditional Territory. Here you have the chance to see the mythical Spirit Bear in their natural habitat. A sub-species of the Black Bear, their striking white fur is due to a recessive mutant gene, making the Spirit Bear one of the rarest animals in the world. The current population estimates are from 50 to 150 individuals. Seeing one of these mythical animals up close will be an experience you will never forget.

Spirit Bear Lodge is located in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest, a vast area of pristine wilderness, encompassing a quarter of the world’s coastal temperate rainforest. Along with the Spirit Bear, you will go in search of other iconic wildlife including Black Bears, Grizzly Bears, Humpback Whales, Orcas and Sea Otters. In the evening, the lodge becomes your place to relax as you enjoy delicious west coast cuisine with a glass of wine or beer in the Great Room or outside on the ocean view deck. 

Inclusions

  • Flights between Vancouver South Terminal and Bella Bella; meet and greet with van transfer between Bella Bella airport and town dock; water taxi between Bella Bella and Spirit Bear Lodge
  • Accommodation in a private ensuite room with an ocean view
  • Welcome briefing and orientation to the tours, viewing opportunities and facilities
  • Full day excursions to main Grizzly, Black and Spirit Bear viewing areas
  • Whale watching
  • Evening Big House tour
  • Full board including snacks, starting with lunch on day 1 and ending with breakfast on the day of departure
  • Table wine and beer
  • Rain gear (jacket and rain pants and rubber boots in regular sizes)

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