Grizzly Lake

A 4 day package from Williams Lake, B.C.

September 8 through to October 15

 

E-mail us at info@canadaphotsafaris.com or call our direct line 1-250-442-2819 or Toll Free 1-866-835-2435 US/CAN to arrange your Grizzly Bear adventure.

Canada Photo Safari's premier grizzly viewing & photography adventure

We have chosen the largest, natural, high elevation freshwater lake in North America as our location for Canada Photo Safari's premier wilderness grizzly photography experience. Combining stunning mountain scenery, the classic Canadian atmoshere of our wilderness lodge, hearty and delicous home-cooked style meals, and of course, lots of bears, and you have the ultimate wilderness vacation package.

Our number one grizzly location

With its distinctive blue, glacial waters, Chilko lake lies in the spectacular snow-capped Coastal Mountains , bound by the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Chilcotin Range to the east. In our opinion Chilco Lake , and its out-flowing river, represents the very best in grizzly photograhy opportunities and a true wilderness experience.

Grizzlies converge from hundreds of miles around

We have chosen this area as our number one grizzly location for September and October when millions of sockeye salmon return to their birthplace to spawn and subsequently die along the lake shore. Chilko lake supports the most consistent run in British Columbia and represents an incredible 25% of the entire Fraser river basin sockeye salmon return. Grizzlies from hundreds of miles around the lake converge each fall to feed on this bonanza and fatten up for their long winter sleep.

A true wilderness experience

Chilko lake lies in the heart of Tsilos provincial park which protects over 233,000 hectares (900 square miles) of spectacular and pristine wilderness. It is managed as a true wilderness park and has very limited access and minimal facilities. Tsilos park was established to protect the areas diverse ecology and the lifestyle of the Nemiah people, the Xenigwetin (pronounced honey-gwe-teen) who live here and have used it's resources for centuries. This land is rough and wild, beautiful and inspiring.

Comfort and luxury

Bear viewing is conducted from boats equipped with outboard motors that can run the shallow river and lake. While gently cruising the lakeshore we can spot bears at great distances as they feed along the beautiful gravel beaches. A slow, quite approach will allow us to slip into close camera range while your guide carefully monitors the bears behavior. These bears are familiar with carefully approaching vessels and are not disturbed by their presence as long as appropriate protocols are maintained. We strive to minimize any pressure or stress for the bears so that you can watch them feed, play and demonstrate a variety of behaviors in a relaxed, undisturbed manner.

While visiting the bears of the beautiful Chilcotin country, you will be staying in classic Canadian style and atmosphere at Chilko River Lodge. World class fly fishing is also available at the lodge.

This 4 day package includes 2 full days & 2 half days of bear viewing and photography, 3 nights stay at our wilderness lodge, meals, guides, permits, and transportation from Williams Lake airport or hotel.

$3,000.00 CDN per person, based on double occupancy.

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Contact us now by e-mail at info@canadaphotosafaris.com

or call our Director of Expeditions on his direct line at 1-250-442-2819 or
Toll Free 1-866-835-2435 US/CAN

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