Juneau Brown Bear Viewing Tour
Seaplane to a Tongass river for guided coastal brown bear viewing
Duration
6 hrs
Includes
Guide, flights, bear viewing
Highlights
- Take two 30-minute seaplane flights over islands and mountains
- Observe coastal brown bears along a wild river
- Learn about bears, local history, Indigenous culture, and the Tongass forest
- Use binoculars and a spotting scope for viewing
What's Included
- Expert local guide
- Two 30-minute seaplane flights
- All permits
- Rubber boots and rain gear
- Binoculars and spotting scope
- Lunch from a local café
Important details
- Ages 12+ only for group trips; private trips allow ages 8+
- Weight limit 250 lbs (113 kg) per seat; a $350 per-person surcharge applies for weights or group averages over the limit and is not included in the listed price
- Requires walking 1/2 mile over uneven, sometimes slippery ground
- Limit scented items and disclose all scented items you bring
- Limit yourself to one backpack and carry everything you bring
- Follow your guide's directions at all times
- Disclose pertinent medical history and bring required daily medications
- Sign a liability waiver before departure
- Guide gratuity is not included in the listed price
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 60+ days before your trip for a full refund minus a $100 per-person non-refundable permit fee. Cancel 30–59 days before for a 50% refund. Cancellations less than 30 days before are non-refundable. If the operator cancels for any reason, you’ll receive a full refund minus the $100 per-person non-refundable permit fee.
FAQs
Avoid scheduling other tours on the same day, as weather can cause flight delays or schedule changes.
Wear warm layers for cool, wet conditions. Bring any daily medications. You may also bring your own rain gear or waders/rubber boots, plus a camera with a zoom lens and extra battery.
Waterfall Creek Bear Viewing requires at least 2 guests to operate.
