GREAT BEAR LODGE

There are specially-built hides along the river, allowing visitors to get up-close to the bears while under cover, providing the opportunity to see them behaving naturally. Though grizzlies are the main attraction, the Great Bear Rainforest shelters literally hundreds of species, including an array of birdlife - especially magnificent in spring - as well as marine wildlife to include whales, dolphin, seals, sea-lions and otters. There are also a number of larger mammals including black bears, Pacific grey wolves and specially-adapted rainforest wolves that often swim for miles each day, catch salmon and feeding on beached whales and seals.

One of the most wonderful things about staying at Great Bear is returning to delicious home-cooked meals in the warmth of the lodge after days out exploring the wilderness. River-fresh, marinated salmon cooked on hot cedar was our absolute favourite, but the roasted squash and ginger soup with Florentine muffins was a close second and the chef is happy to photocopy recipes for guests to take home.

ACTIVITIES:

• Bear excursions with a professional guide and wildlife biologist
• Birding
• Marine wildlife watching
• Boat excursions
• hiking
• Stargazing
• On-site library