Waterfall Creek Peak Season Brown Bear Viewing
Fly to Chichagof Island for peak-season brown bear viewing
Duration
6 hrs
Includes
Guide, transport, rain gear
Highlights
- Fly 30 minutes over Alaska’s landscapes to a remote wilderness viewing area
- Watch for brown bears fishing for salmon along Waterfall Creek
- Follow your guide to viewing and photography locations along the rocky shoreline
- Observe quietly with the group to support bear-viewing opportunities
- Capture photos of the creek, salmon, and surrounding wilderness
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Roundtrip van and floatplane transportation
- Forest Service permits
- Rain jacket, pants, and rubber boots
- Hearty snacks
- Souvenir water bottle
Know before you go
- Ages 12+ only
- Weight limit 250 lbs per person due to aircraft restrictions
- Requires walking about 2 miles over slippery, uneven wilderness terrain and getting in and out of a floatplane
- Pregnant travelers cannot participate
- Sign a liability and assumption-of-risk waiver before departure; changes to the waiver are not permitted
- Dress for cool, damp conditions with synthetic or wool layers, warm socks, hiking boots, and weather-appropriate accessories
- Expect no restrooms, shelter, dock, or cell phone service at the viewing area
- Follow guide directions, stay with the group, store food in designated bear-proof lockers, and keep personal belongings with you
- Expect the tour to operate in weather conditions unless conditions are considered unsafe
- An additional fee may apply for passengers over 250 lbs if determined by the floatplane operator; the amount is not stated and is not included in the listed price
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 72 hours before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 72 hours are non-refundable. Medical cancellations require valid documentation within 2 weeks. Full refund if the operator cancels before departure due to low enrollment, unsafe weather or route conditions, or other safety issues.
FAQs
Waterfall Creek bear viewing requires at least 4 participants to operate. If the minimum is not met, your departure may be rescheduled or canceled.
Your exact weight is required to determine floatplane capacity. The maximum weight is 250 lbs per person.
Bring a camera or binoculars, a reusable water bottle, food if needed, and personal layers. Store all food in designated bear-proof lockers while at the viewing area.
Meeting details
490 S Franklin St, Juneau, AK 99801
