Grizzly Bear Spotting

See famous grizzly bears in their natural habitat with this bear sighting activity, with a plane ride to reach them included!

Grizzly Bear Spotting

The tour meets next to Lake Beluga, where we will take a minibus to Homer Airport to board a plane. After a flight of one to one and a half hours, we will reach the best area for bear sightings, enjoying views of glaciers and volcanoes.

Upon landing, we will explore the area in search of bears. Katmai National Park has the largest protected grizzly bear population globally, making it ideal for spotting these animals. Depending on the location, we may observe bears socializing in the forest or fishing for salmon in the river. The guide will ensure you can capture incredible photos while respecting the animals and minimizing risks.

After three hours observing the bears, we will return to the plane for the journey back to Homer.

Location

The tour location varies with the seasons, based on the bears' migration for food. The approximate locations according to dates are:

May 15th - June 25th: Coast of Katmai National Park, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve shoreline.

June 26th - July 31st: Brooks Falls.

August 1st - 31st: Inside Katmai National Park or Lake Clark National Park and Preserve.