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 participants will take a minibus to Homer Airport to board a plane. A flight lasting between one hour to an hour and a half, depending on the bear location, will lead the group into the interior of Alaska. The chosen area offers views of glaciers and volcanoes.

Upon landing, exploration for bears begins in the Katmai National Park, which hosts the largest protected grizzly bear population globally. Observations may reveal bears socializing or fishing for salmon in the river. The guide will ensure optimal viewing opportunities for photography, while prioritizing respect for the animals.

After three hours of bear observation, participants will return to the plane for the journey back to Homer.

Location

The activity location varies by migration patterns of the bears, with approximate locations as follows:

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.