British Columbia ’s Great Bear Rainforest is one of the world’s last remaining temperate rainforests, with misty fjords, ancient cedar trees, and pristine rivers teeming with life. It is home to the iconic spirit bear, a rare white-coated black bear found only in this region. Considered sacred by Indigenous communities, this bear is an incredibly special subject for any wildlife photographer.
The Great Bear Rainforest is also home to an abundance of grizzly bears and black bears, particularly in the fall when they gather along salmon-filled rivers. Elusive coastal wolves also roam the shores and are occasionally seen. Along the coastline, marine life thrives, providing opportunities to humpback whales breaching and bubble net feeding, orcas, sea otters, and sea lions.
Bald eagles can be photographed soaring over the water or perched against a backdrop of misty fjords. The region’s estuaries and mudflats attract shorebirds, including western sandpipers, dunlins, and black oystercatchers.
Excursions to a First Nations village offer visitors a chance to connect with the deep Indigenous heritage of the region.
You can explore this rugged coastline on a liveaboard boat or stay at a charming floating lodge, accessible only by floatplane.
Give us a shout! Suzi and her expert team are happy to talk to you.
Suzi Eszterhas is a professional wildlife photographer based in California. With over 20 years of experience leading photo tours, Suzi shares her knowledge and exclusive access to incredible locations
all over the world. She has a loyal following of photographers of all levels who join her in expeditions so booking ahead is essential.Â
She has photographed over 100 magazine covers and features stories, which include TIME, Smithsonian, BBC Wildlife, The New York Times, Audubon, Ranger Rick, and National Geographic Kids. Her ability to tell compelling visual stories has made her a sought-after photographer, with her work also featured on GoodMorningAmerica.com and TodayShow.com. She is also the author of more than 29 books, including her recently released coffee-table book New On Earth: Baby Animals in the Wild. Suzi was awarded as the Outstanding Photographer of the Year by the North American Nature Photography Association and has won numerous awards in many competitions, including the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition. Suzi also plays a key role in the photography world as the jury chair for the prestigious Big Picture Natural World Photography Competition, further cementing her reputation as a leader in the field.
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The journey begins with a personal call with Suzi to discuss your interests and dream destination.
From there, she will craft a customized itinerary, curating a one-of-a-kind wildlife adventure
tailored just for you. It’s easy! Simply email us to get started.
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