Overview
From Williams Lake to Bella Coola, this trip is an adventure that spans the heart of British Columbia.
On this West Chilcotin small group tour, we venture through ranch country and the scenic Chilcotin Plateau to Tweedsmuir Provincial Park and the Great Bear Rainforest.
If you would like more information about this awe-inspiring journey to the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
Trip Highlights
- Embrace the rural ranching culture of the Chilcotin Plateau with a stay at a Guest Ranch and horseback riding.
- Hike to the top of the sand dunes overlooking Farwell Canyon, and be on the lookout for bighorn sheep.
- Embark on a float plane tour over the expansive ice fields, glaciers and alpine lakes of the Coast Mountain Range.
- Learn about the Indigenous culture of the region, from the desert-like landscapes of Xat’sull Heritage Village to the coastal rainforest of Bella Coola.
- Visit the iconic Hunlen Falls, dropping 260m from the Turner Lakes chain above, where you’ll spend the afternoon hiking to various scenic viewpoints.
- Enjoy a walking tour with a guide from the Nuxalk First Nation into a sacred forest to learn about Bella Coola history and marvel at the impressive petroglyphs.
- Immerse in grizzly bear country with an afternoon gently rafting down the Atnarko River.
- Journey into the Great Bear Rainforest on a marine tour of the glacial fjords west of Bella Coola, including a stop at the serene natural hot springs.
- Experience homestyle cooking and hospitality at locally-owned lodges and B&Bs.
The Route
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Accommodation: Hotel | Meals included: n/a.
Accommodation: B&B | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Guest Ranch | Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner.
Accommodation: Guest Ranch | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Guest Ranch | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Lodge | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Lodge | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: Lodge | Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation: N/A | Meals included: Breakfast.
Included/Excluded
- All accommodation for 9 nights, including 1 night in Williams Lake, 2 nights at a Bed & Breakfast in Riske Creek, 3 nights at a Guest Ranch near Kleena Kleene, and 3 nights at a lodge in Bella Coola.
- 9 Breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 8 dinners.
- All activities listed in the itinerary, including guided hikes, horseback riding, floatplane tour to Hunlen Falls, grizzly bear viewing, Indigenous cultural tours, and fjords boat tour.
- All transportation from Williams Lake to Bella Coola in a comfortable passenger van.
- Mosaic Earth guide(s) for the duration of the trip.
- Additional meals not listed.
- Flights to/from B.C., to Williams Lake, and from Bella Coola.
- Travel insurance.
- A voluntary gratuity at the end of your trip for Mosaic Earth guides.
Dates & Rates
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Looking for a custom itinerary or different dates? We offer Private Guided Tours for 4 or more travellers. Itineraries are fully customizable to your group’s interests and budget.
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Tour Guides
Pam McGarel - Founder & Lead Guide
With a Masters of Science in International Development and Sustainable Tourism, Pam has dedicated her career to harnessing the power of travel to support the wellbeing of our planet and its people. She is an experienced guide, planner and project manager with a knack for logistics.
Prior to launching Mosaic Earth, Pam worked in sustainable tourism consulting where she helped develop a globally-recognized certification program for tourism businesses and destinations. She has experience in public-private partnerships with a polar expedition cruise operator where she built relationships with world-leading field scientists, conservationists, and educators to facilitate their projects alongside the traveller experience. Pam is a member of the Adventure Travel Trade Association and Women Travel Leaders, and loves to connect with values-driven tourism professionals.
Originally from Ontario, Pam moved to BC in 2016 seeking outdoor adventure, with favourite activities including hiking, sea kayaking, snowboarding, and road trips around this beautiful province.
Josh McGarel - Photographer & Assistant Guide
An avid photographer for over twelve years, Josh has gained experience with local and international businesses, world-renowned athletes, and individuals to build professional content and brand presence across a variety of platforms. He has worked on assignment for an expedition cruise operator as Photographer in Residence along the East Coast of Canada, South Georgia, and Antarctica. Here, Josh connected with his love of travel as he documented daily excursions, wildlife, and life onboard, and shared his knowledge of photography through presentations and workshops for passengers.
Hailing from the United Kingdom, Josh has lived in BC since 2014. He spends his time exploring the area by mountain bike and dreaming up crazy photo projects with friends.
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