Introduction
The rustic yet luxurious Knight Inlet Lodge, set in the natural habitat of the grizzly bear, has been voted ‘the most exotic destination in the world’. This floating lodge is in sheltered Glendale Cove, a pristine wilderness accessible only by floatplane. 24-26 guests are housed in cedar panelled rooms and most guest buildings have lounges with wood burning stoves for evening relaxation.
Glendale Cove is home to one of the largest concentrations of Grizzly bears, sometimes 50 bears within 10km during peak season. In spring the bears come to feed on grasses and barnacles; in summer to harvest berries; and the highest numbers in autumn to fish for migrating salmon.
The standard Adventure Tour includes one night in Campbell River and one at the Lodge, with an afternoon of grizzly viewing. If you opt for a longer stay, you can choose from the following: Full day marine wildlife and whale watching in Johnstone Strait; Bald eagle and bird watching; scenic viewing or cruise of the Inlet; bear or wildlife viewing at Thompson Sound and Bond Sound; jetboat tours of Klinaklini River (water level dependent); tracking to make casts of animal prints; hiking or kayaking.
Itinerary
Day 1 Campbell River
Arrive at Bachmair Inn.
Day 2 Knight Inlet Lodge
Early floatplane to Knight Inlet Lodge. On arrival attend a welcome orientation to wildlife viewing, followed by
a scenic boat ride of Glendale Cove and lunch. Then board a boat for your close encounter with the grizzlies. Grizzly viewing takes place from a secure platform accessed by boat (autumn) or from the boat (spring & summer). Return to the lodge in early evening for dinner, a presentation, and time to relax in the lounge, sauna or hot tub.
Day 3 / Departure DAY Knight Inlet Lodge to campbell River
After breakfast various early morning activities are available, followed by your floatplane to Campbell River.
Optional extra days at Knight Inlet Lodge
If you opt for a longer stay, on extra days you can choose from the following activities: Full day marine wildlife and whale watching in Johnstone Strait; Bald eagle and bird watching; scenic viewing or cruise of the Inlet; bear or wildlife viewing at Thompson Sound and Bond Sound; jetboat tours of Klinaklini River (water level dependent); tracking to make casts of animal prints; hiking Kwalate Valley; kayak tours; and of course additional Grizzly viewing. Each evening you will return to the lodge for dinner, and a presentation.
