Join a 5-day Desolation Sound adventure with the Klahoose Nation, where grizzly bear viewing and Indigenous culture come together in an unforgettable experience. Led by Indigenous guides, watch grizzlies in their natural habitat from exclusive platforms in Toba Inlet, where salmon runs draw bears to the river each fall. Along the way, spot humpback whales, orcas, dolphins, eagles, and black bears while exploring waterfalls and coastal landscapes. On land, experience Klahoose traditions through storytelling, cedar weaving, and cultural ceremonies that deepen your connection to the land. Join a cedar-brushing-off ceremony, take part in a traditional welcome, and share in the wisdom of the Klahoose people. Between adventures, enjoy resort comforts with kayaking, paddleboarding, rainforest hikes, swimming, and a wood-fired sauna.
Highlights
Experience grizzly bear viewing in Toba Inlet during fall season
Spend two days of guided bear viewing with knowledgeable Klahoose guides
Travel through Desolation Sound and admire the waterfalls of Toba Inlet
See amazing wildlife like black bears, eagles, dolphins, orcas, and whales
Join in cultural traditions like the bathing ceremony and cedar weaving
Connect with nature at the resort with activities like kayaking and hiking
Learn about the sustainable practice and the micro-hydro power system
Moderately active but not overly strenuous. This level includes activities like casual cycling, yoga, or excursions/activities that typically last 3-5 hours total each day.
Depart from Lund Harbour at 3:00 PM aboard the covered water taxi for a scenic journey through Desolation Sound to Klahoose Wilderness Resort.
At Klahoose Wilderness Resort, you are greeted on land with a traditional welcome according to a long-standing custom. Hospitality is extended with care, ensuring you feel nourished and comfortable throughout your stay. At the same time, the stories, images, place names, and language will be shared here, carry deep meaning, and belong to the cultural interpreters and the qaymɩxʷ community. During this customary greeting and procedure, visitors are urged to stop, reflect, and honor the sacred values.
After the traditional welcome, a resort orientation was followed by a welcome drink. Light snacks will be available before dinner. Dinner will be a set menu, followed by a briefing on the next day’s activities and an evening of cultural sharing, which may include storytelling, wood carving, and cedar weaving.
After breakfast, embark on a scenic one-hour journey by covered boat, passing the stunning waterfalls of Toba Inlet and watching for marine life along the way. Upon arrival at the dock in Toba Inlet, take a brief bus ride to the secluded bear viewing platforms, nestled in the temperate rainforest of the Toba Valley, overlooking the glacier-blue waters of a remote river deep in Klahoose Territory.
The knowledgeable Klahoose guides will spend approximately three hours getting as close as possible to the majestic grizzly bears while ensuring your safety and the bears' respect. From the fixed platforms, take the rare opportunity to observe these incredible animals in their natural habitat.
Enjoy social hour with snacks before dinner, followed by another evening of cultural connections and conversation.
After breakfast, set out for a second day of grizzly bear viewing in Toba Inlet. Each day brings new encounters, and as you travel by boat, keep watch for marine life such as humpback whales, dolphins, and orcas moving through the fjords. Spend unhurried time observing the grizzlies along the river as they feed on salmon, their power and presence offering an unforgettable connection to the wild.
Upon return to the resort, the afternoon invites rest and reflection before gathering for social hour. A set dinner follows, prepared with fresh local flavors, and the evening concludes with cultural sharing, stories, traditions, and insights that deepen your understanding of this sacred coast.
After a leisurely breakfast, the day is yours to fully embrace the peaceful surroundings of Klahoose Wilderness Resort. Take your time discovering all that the resort has to offer. You may choose to relax by the waterfront, paddle along the tranquil coastline in a kayak, or venture on a hike through the lush forests. The wood-fired sauna is available for a rejuvenating experience, or you may opt for a refreshing swim in the ocean.
For those seeking a deeper connection with nature or more activity, consider a short nature hike or a longer walk to a grove of old-growth trees. Enjoy quiet moments of reflection or explore the resort’s sustainable micro-hydro system. Today, any optional tours can also be taken into consideration, such as fishing charters with certified fishing guides in their boats and helicopter trips to the neighboring coastal mountains.
In the evening, join for a golden hour gathering, where guests can come together, share stories, and reflect on their experiences before enjoying a final dinner followed by an evening of cultural sharing, including a cedar-brushing off and smudging ceremony.
Day 5: Return Home
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, gather your bags and take part in a traditional farewell ceremony. A meaningful moment that honors your time at Klahoose Wilderness Resort and the connection made with this land and its people. This ceremony provides an opportunity to reflect on the experiences shared, the cultural teachings offered, and the natural beauty witnessed during your stay.
Departure from the resort begins at 10:00 AM for your return journey to Lund Harbor. The boat returns from the Resort to Lund Harbour between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM
Apologies for the inconvenience. Prices for not yet published. Below per person rate based on previous season. Contact us to confirm upcoming season pricing.
Prices for are estimated based on inflation. Contact us to confirm pricing and availability for your desired departure date.
Initial deposit is 25% Non-refundable, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check, or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and a maximum charge of $20,000
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
4 Nights Accommodations
4 Days Locally Hosted Guide Service
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Indigenous Experience: Cultural sharing, including Indigenous storytelling, cedar weaving, a welcome ceremony, and a cedar-brushing-off ceremony.
Access to kayaks, paddleboards, ocean swimming, sauna, micro-hydro power tour, hiking trails, and optional tours.
All Meals from dinner on arrival to breakfast on departure. (Dietary options available upon request).
Complimentary House Wine & Beer – Two servings per person, per day.
Complimentary Reusable Water Bottle – For each guest to stay hydrated and help reduce single-use plastic.
Use of Resort Amenities – Access to the great room lounge, free Wi-Fi, phone, large deck, dock area with wood-fired sauna, campfire area, ocean kayaks, paddle boards, and rainforest hiking and walking trails.
Covered Boat Transfer – From Lund, BC to the Resort (45-minute journey). An optional land shuttle is available from Powell River Airport to Lund, where the boat departs.
Grizzly Bear Viewing Tours in Toba Inlet: Two 6-hour guided tours and two to three hours of land-based bear viewing from the exclusive platforms with Indigenous guides on days two and three.
Boat Transfer to Toba Inlet: The boat ride takes about one hour from the resort to the dock in Toba Inlet. The en-route 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.
All taxes and fees are included
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Optional tours such as Guided Fishing Charters, Heli-Sightseeing, Heli-Hiking, Heli-Paddle, Glacier Walk Tours, Heli-Fly Fishing, and Boat Charters.
Additional alcoholic beverages beyond the complimentary servings.
Gift shop purchases.
Travel to/from Lund by car or flights to Powell River
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When to Go
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Good to ideal period to travel, and many people choose to visit at this time.
Typically not offered during this period because of weather conditions.
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
