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4 DAY THE BEAR WHISPERER - GRIZZLIES & SALMON - THE CYCLE OF LIFE
BEAR VIEWING IN BRITISH COLUMBIA
"The Bear Whisperer" is a Signature Canadian Experience. Enjoy exceptional grizzly bear watching on wilderness salmon spawning rivers deep in the wilderness of British Columbia. Popular wildlife in the area includes bears, eagles and waterfowl in their natural environment with the snowcapped Cariboo Mountains as a backdrop.
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Start Location: Williams Lake
End Location: Williams Lake
TOP HIGHLIGHTS
- Eagle and wildlife viewings on wilderness rivers
- Spring bear and wildlife viewing at lower elevations and slides
- Summer viewing in boreal forest, alpine, mountain berry patches, ancient forest and rivers
- Fall viewing on salmon spawning rivers
- Amazing alpine hiking in every season
SAMPLE ITINERARY (CUSTOMIZABLE)
Day 1: Arrive at Pyna-tee-ah Lodge
The lodge overlooks a beautiful stretch of rolling river that has some of the best trout and salmon pools on the Quesnel River. This small lodge hosts up to just 6 rooms at a time for a truly intimate experience. Relax infront of the stone fire place in the great room, stroll the beautiful riverfront grounds and enjoy the authentic Canadian hospitality. You are truly in the heart of nature, surrounded by rivers, lakes, wildlife, history, alpine, wetlands and world-class adventure. Later today you'll join an orientation and Q&A session and then dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2-3: Bear and nature viewing activities
Your daily program will begin with an early breakfast in the lodge. In the fall the grizzly bear watching is said to be the most active due to being the salmon spawning time of year. The arrival of salmon in the rivers draws the attention of the grizzlies for their annual feast as they prepare for hibernation. Travel by Jet Boat to the bear viewing rivers and in addition the tours may venture out to other locations with 4 x 4's and short hikes depending on bear activity. Enjoy a packed lunch during your daily excursions. You'll return to the lodge late afternoon with an early evening dinner. The evening yours to enjoy as you like - walk along the river, relax at the lodge, chat about your daily adventures with other guests or explore the Gold Rush village of Likely.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Depart the lodge
You'll enjoy one last breakfast at the lodge before departing home or your next destination with a bank of memories to share.
DATES & PRICES
Availability:
Aug
Sep
Oct
ACCOMMODATION
START PLACE
END PLACE
PRICE FROM
All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.
This package is available with additional nights. Please contact us for a quote for 4 nights, 5 nights or 6 nights. The additional days at the lodge will mirror itinerary days 2-3 of the 3 night package.
This package is available with additional nights. Please contact us for a quote for 4 nights, 5 nights or 6 nights. The additional days at the lodge will mirror itinerary days 2-3 of the 3 night package.
Applicable taxes vary depending on travel destination and are not included. Please ask your sales agent what extra taxes will be payable for your tour.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 3 nights of accommodations
- All meals during the tour (wine or beer included with dinner)
- Local and knowledgeable wildlife guides
- All necessary equipment for yours
- All tour transportation once at the lodge
- Orientation and interpretive information
EXCLUSIONS
- Airfares unless otherwise indicated in the itinerary
- Staff gratuities (recommended 10% of package cost)
- Liquor (wine and beer only is included with dinner)
- Ground transport from/to Williams lake airport is available at an additional cost
- Wilderness Stewardship fund
- Applicable taxes
- Please note - Pyna-Tee-Ah Lodge is considered remote accommodation: While there is Satellite WiFi available at the lodge there is no cell phone coverage given the remote nature of this lodge. There are no room keys at the lodge, it is considered a safe environment but valuables may be kept in your vehicle or safekeeping with the hosts if you wish.
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Booking & Flight Questions
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking airport transfers for you! Some tours have airport transfers included already. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking additional nights of accommodation for you before and/or after your fully escorted tour! Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Can you assist with booking flights?
Yes! We can certainly assist with booking your flights for you! We do not recommend you book any flights until you receive your booking confirmation directly from Anderson Vacations Tours, as some tours are not pre-guaranteed. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Is it possible to book a triple share accommodation?
Yes, it is possible to book triple share accommodations on select trips. Please inquire about this option, as pricing may also vary and it will be subject to availability.
Can we book this tour with our exclusive group?
Anderson Vacations Tours can work with private groups to customize a tour to your needs. Please inquire for further information and pricing.
Tour Questions
What is the average age of passengers for this tour?
Our tours are suitable for all age demographics. The average age of travelers is typically 45+
I am a solo traveler. Is there a single surcharge?
There are options for single travelers to join most tours. Solo Travelers can choose to pay the single supplement and have their own room throughout the tour. For those willing to share, we also have a Twin Share option that is offered for the majority of our tours. This means you will be sharing the hotel rooms with another single, same gender traveller who also books the Twin Share option. If this is the case, there will be no single supplement charged to either of you. If we are unable to match you with another Twin Share traveler, there may be a single surcharge applied to cover the full cost of the rooms on some of our longer tours. Please enquire before finalizing your booking for full details.
How physically demanding is this tour? Are you able to accommodate people with mobility restrictions/limitations?
This tour has a low level of physical demand, although there may be some activities or sightseeing tours that require walking short distances. Please inquire if you have any mobility restrictions before completing your booking to ensure this tour is right for you.
How much luggage should I bring?
Each passenger may bring one large suitcase and one carry-on bag. The weight limit for this suitcase is 32 kilograms/60 pounds. Baggage handling is provided at the hotels in our tour packages. Please advise our reservations staff if you will be bringing additional items such as a cane, walker or wheelchair. You may also bring one small soft-sided carry-on bag, which should easily fit into the overhead shelf of the coach. Each person is responsible for his/her own carryon luggage. Remember to check your airline baggage restrictions if you are flying, as they may differ from Anderson Vacations Tours guidelines.
What is your recommended spending amount for non-included meals?
The suggested allowance for non-included meals is $40.00 — $60.00 CAD per day (includes tipping).
Can you accommodate passengers with dietary restrictions (food allergies, vegan, vegetarian etc.)?
Yes! There are many meals included on our fully escorted tours. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can ensure there are alternative meal choices and arrangements made for you.
Are gratuities included in the tour cost?
For your convenience, gratuities for local guides and meals stated on the itinerary are included in the price of the tour. For meals not included in your tour package please remember that it is customary to tip your server 15-20% in North America. Gratuities for your Motorcoach Driver and Tour Director are left to your discretion. We recommend $4.00 - $5.00 CAD per person, per day for your Motorcoach Driver and $6.00 - $7.00 CAD per person, per day for your Tour Director. if you can't find your
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4DBW
4 Day The Bear Whisperer - Grizzlies & Salmon - The Cycle of Life
4 days
Created On: 21 Nov 2024
Highlights
- Eagle and wildlife viewings on wilderness rivers
- Spring bear and wildlife viewing at lower elevations and slides
- Summer viewing in boreal forest, alpine, mountain berry patches, ancient forest and rivers
- Fall viewing on salmon spawning rivers
- Amazing alpine hiking in every season
Inclusions
- 3 nights of accommodations
- All meals during the tour (wine or beer included with dinner)
- Local and knowledgeable wildlife guides
- All necessary equipment for yours
- All tour transportation once at the lodge
- Orientation and interpretive information
Exclusions
- Airfares unless otherwise indicated in the itinerary
- Staff gratuities (recommended 10% of package cost)
- Liquor (wine and beer only is included with dinner)
- Ground transport from/to Williams lake airport is available at an additional cost
- Wilderness Stewardship fund
- Applicable taxes
- Please note - Pyna-Tee-Ah Lodge is considered remote accommodation: While there is Satellite WiFi available at the lodge there is no cell phone coverage given the remote nature of this lodge. There are no room keys at the lodge, it is considered a safe environment but valuables may be kept in your vehicle or safekeeping with the hosts if you wish.
Dates & Prices
ACCOMODATION
START PLACE
END PLACE
PRICE FROM
Departures through to Sept 14
Williams Lake
Williams Lake
$1,840 USD
Departures Sept 15 through Oct 12
Williams Lake
Williams Lake
$2,170 USD
All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.
* This package is available with additional nights. Please contact us for a quote for 4 nights, 5 nights or 6 nights. The additional days at the lodge will mirror itinerary days 2-3 of the 3 night package.
* This package is available with additional nights. Please contact us for a quote for 4 nights, 5 nights or 6 nights. The additional days at the lodge will mirror itinerary days 2-3 of the 3 night package.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive at Pyna-tee-ah Lodge
The lodge overlooks a beautiful stretch of rolling river that has some of the best trout and salmon pools on the Quesnel River. This small lodge hosts up to just 6 rooms at a time for a truly intimate experience. Relax infront of the stone fire place in the great room, stroll the beautiful riverfront grounds and enjoy the authentic Canadian hospitality. You are truly in the heart of nature, surrounded by rivers, lakes, wildlife, history, alpine, wetlands and world-class adventure. Later today you'll join an orientation and Q&A session and then dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2-3: Bear and nature viewing activities
Your daily program will begin with an early breakfast in the lodge. In the fall the grizzly bear watching is said to be the most active due to being the salmon spawning time of year. The arrival of salmon in the rivers draws the attention of the grizzlies for their annual feast as they prepare for hibernation. Travel by Jet Boat to the bear viewing rivers and in addition the tours may venture out to other locations with 4 x 4's and short hikes depending on bear activity. Enjoy a packed lunch during your daily excursions. You'll return to the lodge late afternoon with an early evening dinner. The evening yours to enjoy as you like - walk along the river, relax at the lodge, chat about your daily adventures with other guests or explore the Gold Rush village of Likely.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Depart the lodge
You'll enjoy one last breakfast at the lodge before departing home or your next destination with a bank of memories to share.
