Grizzlies: From Kodiak to Katmai

• Get closer to giant Alaska grizzlies, in a wilder setting, than anywhere else on earth
• Coastal cruising on our small ship allows unparalleled access for bear watching
• Explore Kodiak Island’s prolific marine life by boat

In a flash of liquid silver, a salmon leaps from a foaming cascade. An Alaskan brown bear captures it in its jaws in mid-air. The water boils as several Alaska grizzlies, the largest grizzlies in the world, perch on its banks to gorge on the river’s bounty during this annual summer feast. And where the river tumbles into the sea, bears are here, too, foraging for clams and loping along the beach. Here in Katmai National Park in the heart of the Alaskan wilderness, our Alaskan grizzly bear tours offer a rare encounter with Ursus arctos in all its wild majesty.

Location of Adventure
Kodiak, Alaska

Group Size Limit: Approximately 6 Travelers
A very important feature of our Alaskan grizzly bear tours is the limited group size as nature expeditions are best experienced with smaller groups of travelers.

Included
Accommodations in Kodiak and aboard our boat, all meals from dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on the final day, R/T flights from Kodiak to Kukak Bay, services of NHA's professional Expedition Leader, all taxes, service charges and entrance fees.

Waders: We will provide waders for travelers to use for the shore excursions. If you have an odd foot size (very large or very small) please let us know prior to your trip.

Not Included
Travel to and from Kodiak, travel insurance, alcoholic beverages in Kodiak, gratuities, optional activities in Kodiak.

Physical Requirements
Easy to Moderate
Our Alaskan grizzly bear tours do not require a high degree of physical fitness. However, we do ask that travelers be of sound mental & physical health and maintain a positive attitude in a wild atmosphere. Activities include short hikes along tidal flats in waders, which can sometimes make walking a little more difficult.

Getting There & Getting Home
Arrive in Kodiak before by 7 pm on Day 1 (those who arrive before 1:30 pm will have the option of joining an NHA representative to explore Kodiak). We recommend arriving a day early. We are scheduled to arrive back in Kodiak in the evening of Day 6 (afternoon of Day 7 for Photo Tour). You are free to depart from Kodiak anytime on Day 7 (Day 8 for Photo Tour), but it is recommended not to depart too early on the final day in the unlikely event poor weather prevents us from returning to Kodiak by float plane as scheduled on the itinerary. Should travelers be required to remain in Kodiak longer than anticipated due to inclement weather, either after the trip or during the trip, they will be responsible for their own expenses.

Grizzlies & Wildlife of British Columbia

See the spectacular grizzlies and wildlife of coastal British Columbia! Stay at our classic luxury cabins amidst BC's most astonishing scenery.

Orcas & the Inside Passage
An exciting exploration of the wildlife and natural history of the magical and awe-inspiring Pacific Northwest! 

2009 Dates

Jun 30 - Jul 6

Jul 8 - 14
Jul 12 - 19**
Jul 21 - 27
Jul 29 - Aug 4
Aug 10 - 16
Aug 18 - 24
Aug 26 - Sep 1
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2010 Dates

Jun 30 - Jul 6

Jul 8 - 14
Jul 12 - 19**
Jul 21 - 27
Jul 29 - Aug 4
Aug 10 - 16
Aug 18 - 24
Aug 26 - Sep 1

** Special Photo Departures. These trips will have an extra day on the boat.
* 2010 dates are not confirmed and are subject to change.

2009 Fees
$6,595 ($6,995 for Photo Trip)
Single Supp.: $395 (Kodiak only- singles on the boat are not available due to space limitations)
Deposit: $500

Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in US Dollars. Fees may increase for 2010.