Toba Bears & Wilderness Tour
- For a once-in-a-lifetime, authentic Indigenous wilderness experience
- On this tour, you'll have the opportunity to see grizzly bears, humpback whales, orcas (killer whales), dolphins, and so much more
- Available August to October
- Full-day (~9-hour) guided tour
- Depart from Campbell River in the morning or afternoon
- Heated boat with indoor and outdoor seating and toilet facilities
- Guided by Klahoose Coastal Adventures, experienced Indigenous guides
- Lunch, snacks and beverages included
- Appropriate for ages 10 and up
- By taking this tour, you’re supporting an Indigenous-owned and operated company
Venture out to the sparkling waters of the Toba Inlet on this brand new, full-day tour hosted by our sister nation, Klahoose First Nation. Cruise alongside cascading waterfalls and scenic mountains as you scan the landscape for grizzly bears, majestic humpbacks and orcas, and a variety of other wildlife.
Join us in Campbell River before crossing the Salish Sea, one of the world’s best whale-watching spots. You’ll soon reach Toba Inlet, an area densely populated by grizzly bears, where you’ll encounter brilliant waterfalls and a wide variety of flora and fauna.
The first of its kind, the TOBA BEARS AND WILDERNESS TOUR is a collaborative partnership between the Homalco and Klahoose First Nations. Join your Klahoose guides as they take you to their home Territory in the magical Toba Inlet, where their Big Houses once stood. Hear stories and learn all about the vibrancy of the living Klahoose culture.
The toq qaymɩxʷ (Klahoose) peoples have lived here on the central west coast of British Columbia since time immemorial. We invite you to see the beauty of Toba Inlet through our eyes, and share in our traditions and stories, which have been handed down through generations.
Trip Time: Approximately 9 hours
Restrictions: Minimum age of 10 years old (All passengers aged 10 to 18 yrs. of age must be accompanied by an Adult 19+)
Trip Availability: August to October
Check-In: 15 minutes before start time
Start Times:
- Aug 23 - Sept 30: 10:00 am
- Oct 1 - Oct -19: 9:30 am
Homalco Wildlife & Cultural Tours Office is located at 1003B Island Highway, Campbell River, BC, at the Coast Marina near downtown, next door to the BC Ferries Terminal to Quadra Island.
Free parking is available across the street in the Tyee Plaza Shopping Centre parking lot. See the parking and marina access map.
Same as pick up location - 1003B Island Highway
- Water bottle to help us in our efforts to reduce single-use plastics
- Warm layered clothing and rain gear
- Hat (Touque or Beanie) or Sun Hat
- Durable closed-toe shoes
- Insect repellent
- Camera (tripod and monopod restricted)
- Binoculars
- Curiosity
Lunch, snacks and beverages (Lunch is tailored to dietary restrictions)
Our tours operate on a minimum number of 6 guests. While we want everyone to enjoy this amazing experience, sometimes, minimum numbers are not reached. If that happens, we will offer to rebook you on another date or book you onto another tour with one of our tour partners or a different tour provider to provide you with a full refund. Thank you for understanding.
Check-In: 15 minutes before your tour starts with our office staff at 1003B Island Highway, Campbell River, BC, at the Coast Marina.
Parking: FREE all-day parking is located across the street in the Tyee Plaza. See the parking and marina access map.
Take special care not to park in 1-hour zones. 3-hour zones are safe to park in.
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.
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 any refunds for cancelled tours with less than 48 hours’ notice. Please get in touch with us directly at 250-923-0602 to cancel.
