Waterfall Creek Brown Bear Adventure

Brown bear viewing during the peak of the salmon run

Peak Season Brown Bear Viewing

5/5 (84 Reviews)

Start your wilderness adventure with a 30-minute floatplane journey. Have your camera on hand as you soar over stunning landscapes and watch for marine wildlife beneath you before landing at Waterfall Creek. This secluded, lesser-known wilderness spot offers incredible opportunities for brown bear sightings during the peak salmon run in late July and August.

From the shores of Waterfall Creek, we’ll have the chance to observe bears catching salmon. While wildlife sightings can’t be guaranteed, the area’s thriving bear population typically delivers. Brown bears are particularly active during the salmon runs in late July and August. After four hours of observing brown bears, hike back to where your floatplane awaits to take you back to Juneau.

Starting At
$989 USD
Age
12 yrs+
Duration
6 hours
Location
USA, Alaska, Juneau
Highlights
- Scenic 30-minute floatplane flight
- View brown bears in their natural habitat
- Great photo ops
- All gear provided

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are we guaranteed to see brown bears?

Brown bears are wild animals, and as such, we cannot guarantee sightings of them. However, our bear-viewing locations boast the highest density of brown bears in the world, offering you an excellent chance to observe them in their natural habitat. What is the best time of year to see bears?
Is this safe?

Our guides are highly experienced and knowledgeable about brown bears and their behavior. As a precautionary measure, they always carry bear spray during tours. While it’s crucial to acknowledge that these are wild animals, the bears we encounter are accustomed to human presence, and instances of aggression toward humans are exceptionally rare.