Welcome to the Alaska's Brown Bears Ultimate Photo Tour, an extraordinary adventure curated by wildlife photographer Harry Collins. Immerse yourself in the wild beauty of Katmai National Park, Alaska, and capture breathtaking moments with these majestic creatures. What sets our tour apart is the seamless blend of an all-inclusive bear experience with comfortable lodging, ensuring an unforgettable journey into the heart of bear country.
Unparalleled All-Inclusive Experience
Our commitment to excellence begins with an all-inclusive package, offering you a hassle-free adventure. From the moment you arrive, everything is taken care of, allowing you to focus solely on the incredible wildlife and photography opportunities.
Following the Bears Trail
Brown bears are known for their dynamic movements in search of the best fishing spots. We pride ourselves on following the bears trail, ensuring you are always at the right place at the right time. As the bears move where the fish are, we move with them, maximizing your chances to witness remarkable bear behavior. We also have some hidden areas less known by other tour groups.
Daily Fly Outs to Iconic Locations
Embark on daily fly-outs by float plane to iconic locations such as Brooks Falls and
Funnel Creek. These strategic locations are chosen based on the bears current activities, providing you with diverse and exceptional photographic opportunities. Each day brings a new adventure, capturing the bears in their natural habitat.
Modern Lodge and Gourmet Meals
After exhilarating days in the field, return to the comfort of a modern lodge nestled in the heart of nature. Relax in well-appointed accommodations and enjoy gourmet meals that cater to your senses. Our lodge provides the perfect balance of luxury and wilderness, offering you a rejuvenating space to recharge for the next days adventure.
What's Included
- Accommodations in the lodge
- Daily fly outs to the best bear locations
- All meals
- Bear and photography guides
- Logistics and management
Not Included
- Travel to and from Anchorage from your destination
- Round trip flight from Anchorage and Iliamna (approx. $550)
- Hotel accommodation in Anchorage before and after the tour - you will be responsible to arrive at the airstrip. Once there, you will be taken care of until we return to Anchorage.
- Tips for lodge staff - tips are shared between the host, room cleaners, pilots, chef etc... while tipping is up to your discretion, the lodge recommends $500 if you are happy.
Tour Dates
- 2025 Tour - August 24-30
Price
$9700.00 USD per person - Check or transfer is preferred. If paying by credit card, then a 3% fee will be added to the total price. Price is double occupancy whether sharing a room with someone you come with or being paired with someone of the same sex, single occupancy rooms with supplement of $1000 on a first come first serve basis if available.
- $4350 per person deposit is required at booking
- remainder is due 90 days before the trip
- This tour includes accommodation and other arrangements that involve non-refundable advanced commitments by Harry Collins. Therefore, deposits are required and are non-refundable. We recommend trip travel insurance.
- If for some reason you do need to cancel, we will do our best to try and find a replacement for your spot. If we do find someone, we will refund your payments received. If we are unable to fill the spot, then all deposits and payments are non-refundable.
Please email me with any questions you may have or if you are interested in putting down a deposit at harrycollinsphotography@gmail.com
Physical Level
There is a LOT of walking on this trip in rivers and along the riverbed. While the water is only knee deep, getting around can be tiring.
Please be sure you are capable of hiking up to 5 miles with camera gear in waders to sign up for this trip.
Please email me with any questions you may have or if you are interested in putting down a deposit at harrycollinsphotography@gmail.com
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