Overview
Discover the untamed beauty of Canada’s Great Bear Rainforest at Farewell Harbour Lodge, where West Coast hospitality meets extraordinary wildlife encounters.
Nestled on 50 acres of forested land in the heart of the Broughton Archipelago, this family-owned lodge is at the epicentre of one of the most biologically active regions on the coast. Daily adventures by boat are led by passionate expert guides and take you deep into the surrounding fjords to witness the local wildlife – from foraging grizzly bears in pristine estuaries to pods of wild orca and humpback whales breaching in the Pacific waters.
Evenings at the lodge are spent in west coast-inspired comfort, savouring gourmet meals and enjoying engaging talks with staff and fellow guests. The main lodge features comfortable lounge and dining room, bar, and a large brick fireplace with windows overlooking the ocean. Enjoy views from the expansive wrap-around deck, the boardwalk along the shore, and the surrounding trails.
All guest rooms feature beautiful ocean views, along with natural cedar and local art giving a relaxing ‘west coast’ feel.
All-inclusive packages range from 4 to 7 days at the lodge, with the option to add additional nights on Vancouver Island along with flights to/from Port Hardy. Full details on inclusions and how to get there are listed below.
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Highlights
- Immerse in the wild, remote wilderness of British Columbia at this luxury lodge nestled among 30 acres of coastal rainforest.
- Join local guides for daily marine excursions deep into the Broughton Archipelago and Great Bear Rainforest.
- View iconic wildlife like grizzly bears, orca (killer whales), humpback whales, dolphins, and more.
- Embark on a sea kayaking trip along scenic coastlines.
- Learn about local First Nations culture and traditions, and visit ancient village sites and petroglyphs.
- Relax and unwind in your waterfront room, main lounge with expansive deck, or other on-site havens including the sauna and hot tub.
- Enjoy gourmet daily meals featuring premium BC wine and beer.
- Connect with fellow guests and lodge staff during evenings in the lounge, complete with guide presentations and activities.
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Accommodation
Package Type
Activity Level
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Sample Itinerary
Based on a 4-day package. Option to extend to 5, 6, or 7 days.
Arrive via plane into Port Hardy Airport, or drive directly to Alder Bay RV Park & Marina on northern Vancouver Island | Complimentary shuttle provided from Port Hardy to Alder Bay as needed | Meet your hosts and water taxi to the lodge (~30 minutes), with the chance to see wildlife on-route | Lunch and welcome briefing | Settle into rooms | Afternoon marine wildlife excursion in the Johnstone Strait and Blackfish Sound | Dinner at the lodge featuring premium BC wine | Fireside chat in the lounge.
Early morning breakfast | Full-day excursion - grizzly bear viewing in the estuaries of the Great Bear Rainforest. Tour may include both boat, Zodiac, and land-based viewing as guides choose the route and river systems for optimal and ethical wildlife viewing (note: sightings are never guaranteed) | Dinner at the lodge | Evening presentation or activity.
Breakfast | Choice of a full-day or two half-day experiences: Bear ecology safari; Coastal exploration marine tours - a more extensive exploration of the incredibly rich waters of Johnstone Strait and Blackfish Sound; Sea kayaking adventure in the Broughton Archipelago; or afternoon nature wellness experience with wood-fired sauna and saltwater hot tub | Dinner & optional evening presentation.
Breakfast | Optional morning excursions: sea kayaking in the protected and crystalline waters near Farewell Harbour Lodge; Marine mammal excursion; Forest ecology or forest bathing walk; or an Indigenous cultural site visit | Return to the lodge & water taxi to Alder Bay | Shuttle provided to Port Hardy Airport or hotel as needed.
Included/Excluded
- Round trip water taxi from Alder Bay to the Lodge. Ground transfer to/from Port Hardy hotels or airport also available.
- Accommodation in private room, private ensuite bathroom and shower.
- Welcome briefing and orientation to tours and adventure opportunities and facilities.
- All meals (B/L/D) and snacks, starting with lunch on first day, ending with lunch on final day.
- Premium BC wine with dinner, plus most non-alcoholic beverages.
- Half-day marine tour excursion on arrival day, and short optional excursion on departure day.
- Full-day tours during each day of your stay, or a combination of half-day adventures: grizzly bear viewing, coastal exploration safaris, sea kayaking, and rainforest ecology walks, forest bathing, Indigenous cultural site visits, and more.
- Evening guide presentations/activities.
- Conservation fee.
- Flight to/from Port Hardy and Vancouver International Airport.
- Pre-night hotel in Port Hardy.
- Extended land-based tour on Vancouver Island. Visit Alert Bay, Telegraph Cove, Campbell River, or further south to Tofino and Victoria. Talk to your booking agent for a custom proposal.
- Flights to/from and within British Columbia.
- Travel insurance.
- Alcoholic beverages except wine with dinner; Some premium non-alcoholic beverages.
- Gratuities.
Dates & Rates
Lodge Stay packages are all-inclusive with the option to customize your itinerary during your stay, as well as add accommodation, transportation, and/or activities before and after.
Daily departures are between June 1 – October 3, 2025, on-request based on availability. Enquire for single, triple, and child rates (10-16 years old).
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Dates:
On-Request
Per Person, Double Room
4 days / 3 nights
$4,295
5 days / 4 nights
$5,445
6 days / 5 nights
$6,595
7 days / 6 nights
$7,695
Rates are per person based on double occupancy. Single, triple, and child rates available on request. All prices are in Canadian dollars and subject to GST tax (5%).
Getting Here
This package starts and ends at Alder Bay RV Park & Marina on northern Vancouver Island. Travellers may arrive by car to Alder Bay with free parking provided, or by plane to Port Hardy Airport where a complimentary transfer will be provided to Alder Bay. From here, Farewell Harbour Lodge will provide a water taxi to their lodge on Berry Island.
We recommend travellers flying into Port Hardy to arrive a day early to avoid the possibility of morning flight delays (mainly due to fog). Your booking agent can arrange a pre-night hotel and airport transfer as needed. Farewell Harbour Lodge will then provide a shuttle to Alder Bay on Day 1 of the itinerary.
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