Bear Watching
 

Bear Watching with world-renown bear watching expert Michael Allen -- take tour to view bears doing what they do best... being bears. Michael knows Whistler's bears by name. From May through July, bears wander along the open ski trails grazing on clover, grass and horsetail. Later, from August through October, the feeding activities of black bears can be followed through high elevation timber-shrub forests as they feed on sugary huckleberries in preparation for hibernation.

Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains support a population of up to 50 Black bears that have adapted to feeding, mating, and hibernating amongst ski area habitats. In this area are also other wildlife such as Coastal Mountain black-tailed deer, Coyote, Ruffed grouse, Red-tailed hawks, Barred and Great Horned owls, and Western Hoary marmots.

Riding in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle, you are lead through a maze of ski area roads that traverse the area’s diverse forests, meadows, and stream environments. Take short walks to bear feeding sites, daybeds, rub trees, and old growth trees where bears have hibernated during the winter.

Book your Whistler Vacation Package and include your bear watching tour.  View our Whistler Hotels and Specials offers.

Pricing starting at $ 189 per adult.  View one of the most spectacular alpine settings in the world while learning how mountain resorts are redesigning recreational experiences for a sustainable future. You can save both time and money by adding airfares, transfers, activities, accommodations and more to your holiday package.

Bear Viewing Seasons

Different seasons provide for different viewing and learning opportunities, so be sure to check the season options before booking your tour.

Spring Grazing and Mating

Mid May - Mid July
Best time to see new born cubs, mating behavior, large males, and social interactions. Up to 10 Bears viewed per tour.

Summer Ants and Berries

Mid July - Mid August
Moderate viewing as bears transition between grazing, eating ants, and looking for berries. Up to 5 Bears viewed per tour.

Fall Berries

Mid August - Mid October
Best time to see bears up close, foraging berries at higher elevations. Up to 15 Bears viewed per tour.

Bear sightings are not guaranteed. Bear activity is dependent on weather, food supply, other bears, and human activity.