About Spring Bears & Whales Tour
TOUR AT A GLANCE
- For adventurers who love the longer days and the possibilities of spring
- On this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to see black bears, humpback whales, orcas and a vast array of flora and fauna
- Available from April to June
- Full-day (7-hour) guided tour
- Depart from Campbell River in the morning
- Heated boat with indoor and outdoor seating and toilet facilities
- Lunch, snacks and beverages included
- Appropriate for ages 4 and up
- By taking this tour, you’re supporting an Indigenous-owned and operated social enterprise dedicated to community and environmental stewardship.
As the rainforest wakes from its winter slumber and the sun yawns over the milky clouds, nowhere comes closer to heaven on earth than springtime on the Salish Sea.
April through June is a special time for guided wilderness tours on the British Columbia coast – black bears (mɛxaɬ) crowd the rocky beaches to replenish fat stores in preparation for breeding, humpback whales migrate back home from their tropical breeding grounds, while transient killer whales enjoy seafood feasts.
The Homalco people, also known as the “people of the fast-running waters,” have been stewards of these lands and waters since time immemorial. We invite you to see the cyclical beauty and secret richness of springtime through our eyes.
For a similar tour in the summer, please see THE GREAT BEARS OF BUTE TOUR, TOBA BEARS & WILDERNESS TOUR or the SALISH SEA WHALE WATCHING TOUR.
Book an Indigenous
Eco-Adventure
Tour Details
- 7 hour tour
- Heated and covered boat with onboard toilet
- Lunch, snacks and beverages included
- Minimum age is 4 years old (all passengers aged 4 to 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult 19+)
- Check in: 9:00am
What to Bring
- Warm layered clothing and rain gear
- Hat (toque, beanie, or sun hat)
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- Water bottle to help us in our efforts to reduce single use plastics
- Camera (tripod and monopod restricted)
- Binoculars
- Curiosity and a smile :-)
YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO CONSERVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY
The ecosystem in and around Homalco territory is unparalleled in its beauty and rich diversity – but it’s also incredibly sensitive. It’s our responsibility, as stewards of these lands and waters, to play our part in protecting the natural environment for generations to come. By joining us on a wilderness or cultural tour, you are directly contributing to the Homalco First Nation’s conservation and sustainability efforts. For more information, visit our Conservation page.
CANCELLATION POLICY
We know that plans can change. That’s why you can cancel at no charge up to 48 hours before your scheduled tour. Unfortunately, we can’t issue refunds for tours cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice. Please contact us directly at 250-923-0602 to cancel.