Guide

Our Indigenous cultural interpreters and guides are members of the Klahoose, Homalco and Tla’amin Nations and other Coast Salish and Indigenous peoples. They will be your guides fo your tours and also offer activities such as Indigenous storytelling, cedar weaving, guided kayaking, forest walks, forest and ocean foraging. Our Grizzly Bear Viewing guides are trained wiht the Commercial Bear Viewing Association.

Accommodation

Klahoose Wilderness Resort offers two types of accommodation with a total of four Lodge Rooms and three private cedar Cabins. All rooms have a private washroom, and overlook the ocean and surrounding coastal mountains. When you make your reservation, we assign you to a Lodge Room or Cabin. If you have a specific preference, contact us and we will do our best to accommodate your request. Each room features a queen bed (s) plus private bathroom with bathrobes, ONEKA natural based shampoo, conditioner, hand wash and lotions, Raven Song Indigenous soap bars, Hairdryer, Fan, Propane heater, Sitting area with couch/chair, Nespresso Coffee Machine, Kettle, Coffee/Tea, Mini-fridge, Complimentary in-room snacks, Re-usable Klahoose Wilderness Resort stainless steel water bottles (each guest may take one home), Indigenous art by Kwakwaka’wakw artist Adam Lewis and cedar paddles by the Klahoose First Nation, Salish Sunset accent pillows by Coast Salish (Cowichan/Tsawout) artist Simone Diamond and Ocean views.

Others

Great room lounge with cosy woodstove Indigenous activities such as storytelling, cedar weaving, nature walks Free Wi-Fi Satellite phone Large deck Masive floating dock area for swimming lounging Woodfire Sauna Campfire area Kayaks and paddle boards Nature Trails Service Fee Bear Viewing Conservation Fee

Meals

There is nothing like returning from a day outdoors and having your dinner prepared by the chef. Each stay at Klahoose Wilderness Resort includes all meals from dinner on day of arrival to breakfast on day of departure. The menu is fresh, local and set for your stay. Due to our remote region, we request that dietary concerns be addressed prior to arrival so that we may anticipate your needs. The nutrient-rich waters of the Salish Sea, the vibrant farm-to-table communities of coastal British Columbia, and the delicacies foraged from the wild rain-forest vegetation are the inspirations that support our culinary program at Klahoose Wilderness Resort. Our Chef values a table set with fresh, sustainable ingredients, where every menu is fashioned to accent the local flavours while providing our guests with an experience that reflects the culture and essence of this bountiful coast and its People. Meals at the resort are tailored to your day’s activities with a relaxed, personal service standard that is always mindful of your reason for choosing Klahoose Wilderness Resort. With a desire to satisfy every palate, we offer a variety of culinary options on our daily menus. We look forward to serving you … qʷaga ʔɛɬtən ! “Come and eat!”

Transport

Covered boat transfers are included for all guest arriving by car in Lund, BC or we also offer a scheduled airport pick up for guest flying from Vancouver International Airport to Powell River Airport. The boat transfer from Lund Harbour to Desolation Sound and the Resort takes about 1 hour.

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Insurance

We highly recommend trip cancellation insurance.

Others

Alchoholic beverages (except house wine/beer with dinner) Gratuity (recommend at $50 per day per guest) Gift shop purchases

Flights

These are the ways to get here: 1) Drive to Lund, BC and meet our afternoon boat transfer 2) Scheduled Flight (35 minutes flight + 45-minute airport shuttle), scheduled Pacific Coastal Airlines flights between Vancouver International Airport to Powell River Airport. From Powell Airport to Lund we offer a complimentary shuttle service for select flights 3) Scheduled Seaplane Flight (1 hour), scheduled Corilair Charters, from Vancouver International Airport direct to our dock 4) Charter Seaplane - Charters from Vancouver, Campbell River or Seattle - direct to our dock

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Day 1 Day 1: Meet In Lund And Board The Boat Transfer To Desolation Sound / Arrive At Klahoose Wilderness Resort
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Meet In Lund And Board The Boat Transfer To Desolation Sound / Arrive At Klahoose Wilderness Resort

Welcome! ʔi:mot tətᶿ kʷənome...it’s good to see you! Meet our representative here and they will assist you with your luggage for our boat transfer from Lund Harbour to Desolation Sound and the Resort. Sit back and relax during this 45 minute boat ride as you enter the amazing waters, filled with islands, towering mountains, lush rainforest and secluded channels. The Resort is set in a secluded section of Desolation Sound, known for its calm waters and secluded location.

Upon arrival at the dock, you will be welcome with a traditional Coast Salish welcome before you settle into your rooms. Dinner is prepared by the chef this evening.
Day 2 Day 2: Grizzly Bear Viewing Tour In Toba Inlet
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Grizzly Bear Viewing Tour In Toba Inlet

After breakast you will board a boat as we cruise to Toba Inlet with your Indigenous guide. Watch for marine life such as seals, porpoises, sealions and waterfalls along the way. If you are lucky you may even see the majestic Orcas and Humpback Whales. Upon arrival in Toba Inlet we board a small bus and with your guides drive to our fixed and covered viewing platforms set along a remote rainforest river. Here we spend 2-3 hours watching the Grizzly Bears as they feed on salmon in their natural habitat. A cycle that has taken place for a millennial on the traditional territory for the Klahoose First Nation people.

Return this evening for dinner at the Resort.
Day 3 Day 3: Grizzly Bear Viewing In Toba Inlet
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Grizzly Bear Viewing In Toba Inlet

After breakfast we will set out by by boat to Toba Inlet. Today we spend another 2-3 hours watching the bears with your Indiegnous guides. Return to the Resort this afternoon. Dinner at the Resort.
Day 4 Day 4: At Leisure At Klahoose Wilderness Resort
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: At Leisure At Klahoose Wilderness Resort

Today is a full day at leisure. Spending your day listing to the quite, voices of nature. Or if you want to stay active enjoy explore the nearby waters by kayak or stand up paddle board. Indigenous cultural interpreters can also help pull up the prawn traps or enjoy the woodfire sauna. Wildlife such as seals and bird life are spotted right from our main deck. Dinner this evening at the Resort.
Day 5 Day 5: Depart Klahoose Wilderness Resort
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Depart Klahoose Wilderness Resort

After breakfast we will say our fond farewells and will return to boat to Lund Harbour, passing throught the beautiful waters of Desolation Sound.

5 days tour

Grizzly Bear Of Toba Inlet - 4 Nights / 5 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Grizzly Bear Of Toba Inlet - 4 Nights / 5 Days

Day 1: Meet In Lund And Board The Boat Transfer To Desolation Sound / Arrive At Klahoose Wilderness Resort

Day 2: Grizzly Bear Viewing Tour In Toba Inlet

Day 3: Grizzly Bear Viewing In Toba Inlet

Day 4: At Leisure At Klahoose Wilderness Resort

Day 5: Depart Klahoose Wilderness Resort

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