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Itinerary
Day 1 Vancouver Port Hardy Farewell Harbour Lodge
Early this morning depart from Vancouver International Airport (South Terminal) for a scenic flight to Port Hardy. Upon arrival, transfer to Alder Bay for your mid-day departure aboard our high speed water taxi for the scenic 30 minute service to Farewell Harbour. Greet Farewell Harbour Lodge staff at the dock and receive a welcome orientation and lunch. Relax, you’re here! After settling into accommodation, join an afternoon tour in search of marine wildlife in the waters of the famous Johnstone Strait and Robson Bight Ecological Reserve.
Return to the lodge by 4.30pm. Buffet dinner is at 6.00pm, followed by next day activity briefing. Evening presentation is at 7.00pm on some aspect of coastal ecology
Overnight at Farewell Harbour Lodge.
Day 2 Farewell Harbour Lodge
After breakfast, meet on the dock at 8.00am for your first full day bear viewing adventure to one of our main grizzly viewing estuaries! Our bear viewing takes us to one of several estuaries where we view either from a zodiac or on foot depending on the tide. We do not use viewing platforms, preferring to view wildlife at eye level in their natural habitat. Return by 4.30pm; buffet dinner is at 6.00pm followed by an evening presentation the Great Bear Rainforest, Bears, Whales or First Nations culture.
Overnight at Farewell Harbour Lodge.
Day 3 Farewell Harbour Lodge
After breakfast head out on the water for your choice of another bear viewing safari or a more extensive exploration of the the incredibly rich waters of Johnstone Strait and the Robson Bight Ecological Reserve. Orcas typically return to these waters mid July although Humpbacks and other marine life can often be seen from May through October. Return by 4.30pm for dinner and an evening program. Other activities include Sea kayaking or rainforest adventures. Marine excursions can also afford an opportunity to learn about the cultural traditions of the Kwakwaka’wakw First Nations as we pass ancient villages sites, rock art called pictographs and other evidence of a rich history and vibrant present in the region.
Overnight at Farewell Harbour Lodge
Day 4 Farewell Harbour Lodge Port Hardy Vancouver
Today, enjoy a a short morning sea kayak excursion in the protected and crystalline waters near Farewell Harbour Lodge, a marine excursion, or guided interpretive rainforest hike. Return to the lodge for the return water taxi back to Alder Bay about midday arriving for your transfer back to Port Hardy Airport for your flight back to Vancouver.
Accommodation
Farewell Harbour Lodge
Berry Island
Experience the profound beauty of the Broughton Archipelago and the Great Bear Rainforest at the Farewell Harbour Lodge. Offering inspiring west coast style ocean-side accommodations, sumptuous meals, and engaging, passionate guides who will lead you on daily adventures deep into the heart of this wild and beautiful part of the planet.
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