Know Before You Go
Whether you're preparing for your upcoming Alaska adventure, or you just want to learn more about the Last Frontier, we've got you covered. We've rounded up an array of useful resources, from wildlife guides and packing tips to nature quizzes and travel stories to inspire your wanderlust.
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FAQs | Grizzly Encounter Itinerary
FAQs | Grizzly Encounter Itinerary
Discover our most frequently asked questions about Katmai, Alaska's coastal grizzlies, lodges , transportation, weather and more.
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Wildlife Guide
Wildlife Guide
There is an astounding array of wildlife you can encounter on a trip to Alaska, including coastal brown bears, whales, eagles and so much more!
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Photography Tips
Photography Tips
Whether you're an experienced photographer or just getting started, you'll want to read these essential photo tips from our Natural Photographer blog before your Alaska grizzly adventure.
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When to Go—The Ebbs and Flows of Grizzly Bear Season
When to Go—The Ebbs and Flows of Grizzly Bear Season
Discover the "ebbs and flows" of grizzly bear migration patterns in Katmai National Park, gleaned from more than a decade of operating brown bear trips in Alaska.
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A Closer Look at the Natural
Habitat Ursus
Habitat Ursus
A Closer Look at the Natural
Habitat Ursus
Learn more about the M/V Natural Habitat Ursus—the ideal vessel for exploring the Katmai coast and viewing Alaska’s giant brown bears at exceptionally close range.
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Alaskan Wilderness Trivia
Alaskan Wilderness Trivia
Take our Alaska wilderness quiz to put your knowledge to the test, then share it with friends to see who knows the most about the Last Frontier!
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Alaska's Bears and Climate Change
Alaska's Bears and Climate Change
Changes in Alaska’s climate are affecting its bears in some ways that are predictable, and some that have come as a surprise to the scientists who are studying them.
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Alaska Weather | Wild Alaska Grizzly Itinerary
Alaska Weather | Wild Alaska Grizzly Itinerary
Find out about typical weather conditions in Katmai National Park in this month-by-month breakdown of average temperatures and precipitation.
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Alaska Packing List | Wild Alaska Grizzly Itinerary
Alaska Packing List | Wild Alaska Grizzly Itinerary
Browse our helpful packing guidelines, which contain gear and clothing recommendations for an encounter with Katmai's coastal grizzlies during the months of June through September.
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Travel Stories & Articles
Traveler Story: Surrounded by Bears in Alaska
Traveler Story: Surrounded by Bears in Alaska
—By Bob & Norma Schafer
A mother grizzly bear and her two cubs were walking about 5 feet in front of our line of travelers in Katmai National Park, Alaska. There was a small...
A mother grizzly bear and her two cubs were walking about 5 feet in front of our line of travelers in Katmai National Park, Alaska. There was a small...
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Traveler Story: Grizzly Bear Drama in Katmai
Traveler Story: Grizzly Bear Drama in Katmai
—By Mary Glaser
I had so many fond memories from our trip to Katmai National Park, but one of my favorite stories was when we went...
I had so many fond memories from our trip to Katmai National Park, but one of my favorite stories was when we went...
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When Is the Best Time to Go to Alaska to See Grizzly Bears?
When Is the Best Time to Go to Alaska to See Grizzly Bears?
—By Emily Goodheart Kautz
An excursion into Katmai National Park and Preserve varies widely from one month to the next due to...
An excursion into Katmai National Park and Preserve varies widely from one month to the next due to...
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The Coastal Grizzlies of Alaska: A Photo Journal
The Coastal Grizzlies of Alaska: A Photo Journal
—By Candice Gaukel Andrews
Having the opportunity to spend time with Alaska’s big brown bears is one of the most authentic wildlife experiences any...
Having the opportunity to spend time with Alaska’s big brown bears is one of the most authentic wildlife experiences any...
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