Grizzly Bears of Toba Inlet with Canadian Geographic
Canadian Geographic Adventures
Grizzly Bears of Toba Inlet
Klahoose Territory, British Columbia Canada
October 12-16, 2025 with Daisy Gilardini and David McEown
>Upcoming 2025 Canadian Geographic departures and Grizzly Bears: October 12-16, 2025 with Daisy Gilardini and David McEown
Experience the heart of Desolation Sound, nestled in the northern Salish Sea of British Columbia, Canada. Our Canadian Geographic Adventures Grizzly Bears of Toba Inlet package offers a memorable 4-night stay in our comfortable lodge rooms or cozy cabins, each equipped with private facilities and breathtaking ocean views.
This package includes two guided Grizzly Bear Viewing Tours in Toba Inlet. Each tour lasts approximately six hours, with 2-3 hours dedicated to observing grizzly bears from Klahoose platforms, accompanied by knowledgeable Indigenous guides.
Enhance your adventure with our enrichment program featuring our RCGS Travel Ambassador, who will share their expertise. Additionally, our local Cultural Interpreter will provide insight and guidance during your grizzly bear viewing tours.
Immerse yourself in the rich local culture through Indigenous storytelling, cedar weaving, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, ocean swimming, forest walks, and ocean foraging. Prepare to be transformed as you uncover the enchanting beauty and unique experiences that Klahoose Wilderness Resort in Desolation Sound has to offer.
Grizzly Bears of Toba Inlet with Canadian Geographic
Day By Day Itinerary
Grizzly Bears of Toba Inlet
DAY 1
ARRIVE AT KLAHOOSE WILDERNESS LODGE VIA FLOAT PLANE OR WATER TAXI
After days of travel it's incredible to get to your ocean side accommodations and relax!
The ancient voices echoed in a traditional Klahoose greeting welcomes newly arriving guests. The unparalleled visit is about to begin. Spend the evening as your senses suddenly awaken to the forest, wildlife, and calm waters. Dinner this evening is at the Resort.
DAY 2 & 3
TOBA INLET
Today you will explore Yekwamen (yɛkʷamɛn) or Toba Inlet with your Klahoose guide. The inlet has been the home of the Klahoose people since time before memory. This is one of the principle inlets on the BC coast. Toba Inlet is relatively short in comparison to other major coastal inlets with an average width of 2.5 km and length only about 35 km. The inlet is flanked by towering glacier peaks with several major cascading waterfalls.
We will travel by boat, then by road to a small remote river where we have fixed viewing platforms set along the river where we can watch the grizzly bears in their natural habitat.
Each evening we will continue cultural sharing, with our Cultural Interpreters, along with time with the Canadian Geographic travel ambassadors.
DAY 4
DAY EXPERINCING KLAHOOSE WILDERNESS RESORT AND MORE
This day will allow for time to explore at the resort led by our Cultural Interpreters. Guests can enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, ocean swimming, nature walks, and ocean foraging. You'll be able to relax and rest amongst the wilderness and use our many lodge amenities. On your last evening we have a special cedar-brushing off ceremony offering a meaningful reflection on your stay and the tradition of the Klahoose people.
DAY 5
The final morning is our send off with breakfast.
On our last half day we'll have a group breakfast and coffee, then pack up our rooms and begin our journeys home.
You'll have your float planes or water taxi service ready to take you back in the morning after your immersive experience in nature, culture, and adventure.
MEET YOUR 2025 RCGS TRAVEL AMBASSADORS
RCGS Travel Ambassador
CanGeo Photographer-In-Residence
Daisy Gilardini
October 12-16, 2025
RCGS Travel Ambassador
RCGS Fellow & Painter
David McEown
October 12-16, 2025
HOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT(S)
Grizzly Bears of Toba Inlet: with Canadian Geographic
> October 12-16, 2025 with RCGS Ambassadors Daisy Gilardini and David McEown
from $5,359 CAD per person (based on double occupancy. Plus fees and taxes)
This package has limited availability. To book please contact us to complete your reservation OR use the form at the bottom of the page.
Contact us for any other questions you may have.
CanGeo Package Includes :
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Grizzly Bear Viewing Tours – Two guided tours (each about 6 hours) are included with a 3-night or 4-night stay. The tours feature 2-3 hours of land-based bear viewing from our exclusive platforms with Indigenous guides. Scheduled on Day 2 and Day 3 of the package.
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Boat Transfer to Bear Viewing areas – The boat ride takes about one hour from the resort to the dock in Toba Inlet. En route, your journey will include a tour exploring Desolation Sound and the waterfalls of Toba Inlet, with potential wildlife sightings of humpback whales, orcas, dolphins, seals, eagles and black bears.
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Indigenous Experiences – Cultural sharing, including Indigenous storytelling, cedar weaving, a welcome ceremony, and a cedar-brushing-off ceremony.
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Leisure Time at the Resort – Access to kayaks, paddleboards, ocean swimming, sauna, micro-hydro power tour, hiking trails, and optional tours.
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Royal Canadian Geographic Society Ambassador and photographer Daisy and painter David McEown
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Canadian Geographic Exclusive Offers and Benefits
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Exclusive virtual pre-expedition meet-and-greet with your expedition ambassador and leadership team
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Complimentary Canadian Geographic Magazine & Canadian Geographic ball cap
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A portion of the fees from every Canadian Geographic Adventure booked is donated to the Royal Canadian Geographical Society to further its important programming
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All meals from dinner on arrival to breakfast on departure (Dietary options available)
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Complimentary House Wine & Beer – Two servings per person, per day
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Complimentary Reusable Water Bottle – For each guest to stay hydrated and help reduce single-use plastic
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Covered boat transfer from Lund, BC to the Desolation Sound and the Resort (45 minutes). An optional land shuttle is available from Powell River Airport to Lund - where the boat leaves for the Resort
Not Included:
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Optional tours such as Guided Fishing Charters, Heli-Sightseeing, Heli-Hiking, Heli-Paddle, Glacier Walk Tours, Heli-Fly Fishing, and Boat Charters. Please book these tours in advance to ensure availability.
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Additional alcoholic beverages beyond the complimentary servings.
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Gift shop purchases.
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Travel from your home to Lund by car or flights to Powell River (not included, but available options)
TO BOOK ONLINE CHOOSE THE DATE AND 4 NIGHT PACKAGES BELOW
GRIZZY BEARS FALL CANGEO TOUR DATES: October 12-16, 2025
(4 DAYS, 4 NIGHTS)
All ready to book? Great! It's time to reserve your spot.
You can book online directly below or you can contact us directly with just a 10% deposit