This safari allows you to become one of very few people who get to see the unique ice grizzlies of the Yukon. In early October the winter conditions start to set in, and the wet fur of the salmon-hunting grizzlies, starts to freeze, appearing almost like white dreadlocks. This natural phenomenon is not known to occur anywhere else in the world, and there is around a two week window each year in which it can be experienced.
Starting with a two hour helicopter flight to the remote Bear Cave Mountain Camp, take in the awe-inspiring views, before spending a whole week discovering the amazing wildlife. You’ll have six days watching and photographing grizzlies with your expert guide, Phil Timpany. They can often be seen close to the lodge, and you’ll head out into the wilderness for some adrenaline-fuelled encounters in a very wild environment. It is also possible to see moose, caribou, wolves and wolverines.
Day 1 | Arrive Whitehorse On arrival you'll be met and taken to your hotel for a night. Relax after your long flight.
Day 2 | Whitehorse to Dawson City Transfer back to the airport in the morning for your flight to the capital of the Klondike, Dawson City. Rest of the day is free to explore the town, centre of the Klondike Gold Rush.
Day 3 | Dawson City to Bear Cave Mountain Camp Amazing views today as you enjoy a two hour helicopter flight across the vast wilderness to your lodge. Enjoy lunch, then start your grizzly adventure.
Days 4-9 | Time with the Ice Grizzlies You have six days to explore the wilderness and see the ice grizzlies. Other wildlife such as caribou and moose can often be seen too.
Day 10 | Bear Cave Mountain Camp to Dawson City Back to Dawson City after a morning of bear viewing. You can extend your time in Dawson City to be in with more of a chance of seeing the northern lights.
Day 11 | Dawson City to Whitehorse A morning to relax, then your flight back to Whitehorse.
Day 12 | Depart Whitehorse Time for your international flight home.
As the manager of Bear Cave Mountain Camp, Phil is an expert in all things grizzly bears, from their habitats to their habits. In this region of the sub-Arctic Yukon, Phil knows the bears by name, and they are often seen very close to the lodge.
On this safari, Phil will be at Bear Cave Mountain Camp, on hand to help you find the bears and get excellent quality photographs. His expertise will enhance your safari experience in the Yukon and teach you all about the wildlife, as well as the land.
Duration
This safari is 12 days and books up far in advance.
Price
From £9,995 per person, excluding international flights
When to go
The best time to see the ice grizzlies is early to mid-October.
To get more details, or book this pioneering safari to see the unique ice grizzlies of the Yukon, get in touch via our quick form.