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Great Bear Rainforest Zodiac Wildlife Safari

Board a rigid-hull Zodiac for a thrilling water-level expedition into the wild channels surrounding Prince Rupert — spotting humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, and bald eagles in their untouched rainforest habitat. One of Canada's most extraordinary wildlife encounters.

What to expect

Your expert skipper-guide navigates the Metlakatla Pass and surrounding channels where the Great Bear Rainforest meets the Pacific. Zodiac agility means you can manoeuvre right alongside breaching humpbacks or a raft of Steller sea lions without disturbing them. Eagles are virtually guaranteed overhead, and the dramatic coastal scenery is world-class in its own right. Groups are intentionally small, keeping the experience intimate and the commentary deeply personal.

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Prince Rupert Adventure Tours
CAD 149–189 per person (approx.; confirm on booking)
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Good to know

Tours depart from Cow Bay Marina, a short taxi or water-taxi ride from the cruise terminal. Book directly at adventuretours.ca well in advance as small-group spots sell out. Confirm departure time against your all-aboard and allow 30 min buffer.

Sail there

Luxury cruises that call at Prince Rupert — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Seabourn · Seabourn Encore
7 nights · calls at Prince Rupert
from $3,119
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Oceania · Oceania Riviera
13 nights · calls at Prince Rupert
from $3,640
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Regent · Seven Seas Explorer
12 nights · calls at Prince Rupert
from $9,799
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Holland America · Nieuw Amsterdam
6 nights · calls at Prince Rupert
from $849
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