Bears are big in Canada, both in terms of the size of grizzlies and polars, but also when measured by the number of species (including the White Spirit bear which can only be seen from King Pacific Lodge) and the range of places you can observe them. Here are some of our suggestions for bear viewing.

A combination of the scenic wow’s of the Canadian Rockies with the Rocky Mountaineer train and one of the world’s most stunningly located cities.

A self drive itinerary that begins and ends in the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver and travels through the heart of British Columbia to the spectacular Rockies.

This 15 day itinerary will give you a full insight into western Canada staying in some of the best lodges in the region.

A 13 day itinerary which will take you from Vancouver to the Rockies taking you through some spectacular lake scenery and staying at some superb lodges.

British Columbia is famous for spectacular mountains and remote coastal backwaters. This self drive goes a little further taking in the wineries in Kelowna and a lodge experience in the Chilcotin Mountains with plenty of activities from horse riding, fishing, hiking, ATV’s and of course relaxation, as well as visiting the essential sights of the Rockies, Whistler and Tofino on Vancouver Island.