Wildlife of the West Kootenays

Day tours from Grand Forks
Available year round
To book or discuss customizing any of our safari packages,
e-mail us at info@canadaphotosafaris.com
or call our direct line 1-250-442-2819 or Toll Free 1-866-835-2435 US/CAN.

A land of beauty and diversity

The Boundary and West Kootenays are situated on the border between two distinct biogeoclimatic zones - the open Okanagan dry belt and the heavily forested Kootenay regions. This creates the perfect “edge” effect that results in a remarkable landscape and wide range of animal and bird species. Biodiversity is the key to this region's rich ecology and abundant wildlife. We know all the best locations and times to see these incredibly diverse wildlife populations.

The variety of wildlife and scenic photo opportunities in our region is truly enviable.

Depending on the season and the weather you can expect to encounter black and grizzly bears, elk, moose, mule and white-tailed deer, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, badgers, marmots, skunks, raccoons, a variety of eagles, hawks, falcons, vultures and owls, a range of rare and endangered reptiles and amphibians, and the list goes on…

Falconry demonstrations with a variety of trained and free flying hawks, falcons and eagles may also be available at certain times of the year.

A wildlife safari that everyone can enjoy

• Day tours begin at 6:00am and 4:00pm. Wildlife activity is at it's highest at these times and we take full advantage of the sweet, low light for best quality photographs. 
• Tours last from 4 to 5 hours.
• Itineraries vary daily depending on the season, weather and the wildlife activity at the time.
• This tour is considered a "soft adventure" experience and we cater to all physical abilities.
• No specialized equiment required.
• Snacks and drinks provided.
• Wildlife viewing is generally conducted from the safety and comfort of our 4x4 safari vehicles. In some cases you may be asked to take a short walk over easy terrain and/or wait in a viewing-blind.    
• We also provide binoculars, spotting scopes and our high quality digital cameras (complete with high power telephoto lenses) to ensure you the full opportunity to take your own wildlife photographs that are just as good as the professional's.
• At the end of your trip you will recieve, and get to keep, a cd containing all your new pictures to take home and share with your friends.
• Available year round.

• Day tours $75.00 per person for a minimum of 4 hours.
• Group and family rates available (above prices apply to first 2 adults-$50 for each additional adult).
• Youths 12 to 16 $50 each.
• Children 12 and under are free. (You must provide your own car safety seat for children requiring one).
• Camera rentals $50.00.

For more information contact us at info@canadaphotosafaris.com

Or call us directly:

Toll Free 1-866-835-2435 (US/CAN)

Local 250-442-2819.

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