Bear Viewing in Alaska

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Welcome to Bear Viewing in Alaska, your trusted gateway to unforgettable wildlife adventures. Our expertise lies in crafting captivating tours that present an unparalleled chance to observe the majestic Alaskan brown bears in their native habitat. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, a devotee of nature, or an individual in pursuit of a singular, unforgettable encounter, our expeditions pledge an adventure filled with amazement and marvel amidst the untouched splendor of Alaska’s wild expanses.

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Why Choose Us?

  • Experience: Captain Mel Erickson has been guiding in Alaska for 33 years, Extensive knowledge of navigating Cook Inlet.

  • Dialed in on bear viewing by boat in Chintna Bay: We have the best, & quickest system of getting to, and from the boat to shore. We supply high end chest wader’s to wade to shore, and you won’t get your feet or butt wet riding in a raft like other outfits.

  • Why depart from Anchor Point instead of Homer for your Bear Watching trip to Chintna Bay in Lake Clark National Park? Travel distance is only 38 miles and 1 hour 15 minutes by boat from Anchor Point, Homer is 62 miles each way, saving you 48 miles and over 2 hours of travel time round trip.

  • Professionally guided bear viewing tours: We do professionally guided bear viewing tours every day, and have been for 8 years now, we know when, where, & how to find the bears. We have never not seen at least 1-2 bears in all our trips, most days we see 10-25 bears.

  • Time: We spend more time with the bears than most operators,

  • Waders & hiking poles: We supply waders and hiking poles allowing you to get out on the tide flats or crossing streams to get very close to bears digging clams or fishing for salmon, many operators don’t supply waders therefore they can’t get their people up close to bears on the tide flats or cross the stream’s.

  • Safety: we know bears, & how to keep you safe while watching bears at very close range, Chintna bay and cook Inlet has extreme tide fluctuation, it takes local knowledge, & skill to navigate these waters and the everchanging extreme weather that Alaska can throw at you. Everyday is different and we have learned over the years how to deal with each situation.

  • Photos: Photos on our website are our photos that we or our clients have taken on bear viewing trips with us, they are not stock or stolen pictures. Our information is real and accurately portray our Alaska bear viewing trips.

  • Small groups: We keep our groups small with 6 people in most cases.

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Alaska Bear Viewing by Boat to Chinitna Bay & Lake Clark National Park

Interested in Bear Viewing tours in Alaska? Captain Mel Erickson is a renowned Bear Viewing Guide with a commercial operator permit from the National Park Service, that offers you the best bear watching trips. When you plan a once in a lifetime trip to Alaska. Chinitna Bay Bear Tours will take you by boat, or plane to the remote pristine wilderness of Lake Clark National Park.

We are the first, & only Bear Viewing charter service  that accesses Chinitna Bay & Lake Clark National Park via boat. Another extremely important feature which allows you to walk out on the tide flats so you can see bears dig clams is we provide our guests with waders, & hiking pole’s. Many other bear watching tours dont provide these so you either get your feet wet or dont see the bears up close digging clams.

An Unforgettable Bear Watching Experience in Alaska

Unlike many of our competitors, who offer crowded Alaskan bear viewing tours, Chinitna Bay Bear Tours lets you experience a less crowded, and a more remote wilderness wildlife tour to one of the largest national parks in the largest US state.

A Journey to Spot the Majestic Brown Bears (Grizzly Bears) of Alaska

Your experienced Bear viewing guides will get you Close to Alaskan Brown (Grizzly bears) safely. This is an awesome adventure whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, naturalist, or photographer.

At Bear Viewing in Alaska, we strongly believe that each wildlife expedition should be as distinctive as those participating in it. This is why we meticulously organize every aspect of our Alaskan brown bear tours, guaranteeing that your adventure aligns with your interests, expectations, and comfort level.

Your brown bear viewing tour begins in Anchor Point, Alaska which is close to Homer. After departing Anchor Point, you cross the beautiful Cook Inlet to Chinitna Bay in Lake Clark National Park. Once we arrive we get out of the boat and walk a short distance to watch the bears.

We provide a broad range of tour choices, each tailored to meet varied tastes and adventure thresholds. Whether you opt to partake in the thrill of bear viewing by boat in Alaska, or venture on a spectacular voyage to Chinitna Bay for a unique bear viewing experience, we pledge to provide a wildlife encounter that will be etched in your memory for years to come.

Thinking about visiting the park’s Cook Inlet coastline? This short film offers a spectacular introduction to what your day may include and how to stay safe and protect the park’s bear populations.  Viewing this video is required by the National park service for all travelers to the park.

Why Go Bear Watching Tours in Alaska with Us?

At Bear Viewing in Alaska, we offer an experience that goes beyond the ordinary. Our commitment to delivering authentic, safe, and informative wildlife encounters is what sets us apart. Here’s why you should choose us for your bear watching tours :

  1. Authentic Encounters: With us, you’ll get the opportunity to observe Alaskan brown bears in their natural habitat. Our expeditions are crafted to offer a genuine wildlife encounter, enabling you to observe these majestic beings thriving uninhibited and untroubled in their natural environment.
  2. Safety: Ensuring your safety is our utmost concern. Our seasoned guides possess thorough training in understanding bear behaviors and following safety protocols, making certain that your bear viewing journey is not only exhilarating but also secure.
  3. Educational: We believe in offering more than just a viewing experience. Our tours aim to educate our guests about the bears, their habitat, and the unique Alaskan ecosystem. Our knowledgeable guide Captain Mel Erickson will share fascinating facts, insights, and stories about Alaskan brown bears and the breathtaking wilderness they call home.

Explore the Wild – Book Your Bear Viewing Tour Now!

When you book your bear viewing tours in Alaska with us, it’s not uncommon to see at least 20-30 brown bears, with sow’s rambling around with their cubs, Juveniles playing and wrestling, Big Bears chasing Females in the breeding season, digging clams, or trying to catch salmon The panorama surrounded by towering peaks, forest, & snow capped mountains also draws your eyes with some of the most breathtaking scenery on the planet!

You also have a bonus of digging some clams, or fishing for salmon.  Really, what makes your Alaska bear watching trip with us so special is that we love showing people the real Alaska!

And this is not it. A total of five snow-capped volcanoes rise up 10,000 feet from sea level in an exquisite American national park just for you. Also, available from us is bear viewing with an Alaska bush plane to explore the other beautiful locations.

 

Contact Details:

Bear Viewing in Alaska
209 Sterling Hwy, Homer, AK 99603
(907) 398-1744