Katmai Guided Bear Viewing Floatplane Tour
Explore Katmai bear habitat with guided viewing and scenic floatplane flightseeing
Duration
4.5–6 hrs
Includes
Floatplane flight, bear viewing
Highlights
Explore Katmai National Park and Preserve with experienced Alaskan pilots and guides. Combine guided bear viewing with aerial views of glaciers, volcanoes, mountains, and coastal beaches.
- Observe bears at locations selected for current activity
- Take in views of glaciers, volcanoes, rugged mountains, and coastal beaches
- Learn about the area through guide interpretation and safety briefings
- Look for marine wildlife such as whales, sea otters, and orcas
Itinerary
- Arrive at the lodge on Beluga Lake Seaplane Base for welcome and safety briefing.
- Board an Alaska bush plane for flightseeing to Katmai National Park (flight typically about one hour).
- Guided bear viewing on the ground at dynamic locations selected for current bear activity.
- Return flight to Beluga Lake Seaplane Base.
What's Included
- Floatplane transportation
- Guided bear viewing
- Safety briefing
- Guide interpretation
Important details
- Ages 6+ only
- Requires up to 4–5 miles of walking
- Aircraft balance requires an estimated total weight including clothing and gear
- Bear spray and firearms are not permitted on the aircraft or within the park
- Departure times may shift due to weather and tides
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 60 days or more before your trip for a refund minus a 5% processing fee. Later payments and deposits are non-refundable. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather.
FAQs
Yes. Due to weather and tides, your exact meeting and departure time may shift. Expect a confirmation a day or two before your trip with the exact time to arrive.
Plan for up to 4–5 miles of walking during the guided bear viewing, and a total trip time of about 4.5–6 hours on the day.
Bring gloves, a hat, rain gear, extra socks, and clothing layers. Pack water and a light lunch or snacks (easily contained), plus a small backpack. You may also want a camera with extra batteries and memory cards, personal medication, hiking poles, and binoculars.
Meeting details
Homer Floatplane Lodge, 1244 Lake Shore Dr, Homer, AK 99603