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Brown Bears of Alaska: Beyond Brooks

Wilderness Camping Photo Safari
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King Salmon, AK / King Salmon, AK

Length

5 Days/4 Nights

Fitness Level

Level 3 - What's This?

Group Size

Up To 8 Guests

Highlights
  • Unmatched Brown Bear Encounters: Travel deep into a remote corner of Katmai National Park, Alaska, for once-in-a-lifetime close-up photography of brown bears in the wild — one of the best bear photography destinations on the planet.

  • Exclusive Float Plane Access: Reach this hidden wilderness by scenic float plane, soaring over the stunning Alaskan Peninsula and landing in a secluded area few ever get to experience.

  • Immersive 5-Day Workshop: Spend five full days perfecting your wildlife photography skills with expert instruction, capturing jaw-dropping, full-frame images of bears and other Alaskan wildlife.

  • Abundant Wildlife Beyond Bears: Keep your camera ready for possible sightings of moose, wolves, red foxes, and Bald Eagles — all set against the breathtaking landscapes of untamed Alaska.

If you have any questions about a trip, itinerary, or gear, our Photo Experience Coordinators are available for a personalized one-on-one consultation to provide all the details you need.
Trip Description:

Journey to a world unlike any other, where the majestic brown bears of Katmai National Park, Alaska reign supreme! This unique tour is the ultimate wildlife photographer's dream, taking you to a remote corner of the park where you'll have the opportunity to photograph these incredible creatures in their natural habitat, up close and personal.

Katmai is one of the largest National Parks in the United States, sprawling over 4 million acres of stunning wilderness. But the remote section you'll be visiting is unlike any other - situated closer to the bears than any other humans, you'll be in prime position for incredible brown bear photography! And getting there is half the adventure - the only way to access this hidden corner of the park is by float plane, soaring over the breathtaking Alaskan Peninsula.

Over the course of this 5-day workshop, you'll be fully immersed in the art of wildlife photography from beginning to end. With lenses ranging from 300mm to 400mm, you'll capture breathtaking, full-frame images that will leave you in awe. And it's not just brown bears that call this area home - keep your eyes peeled for other incredible species such as moose, fox, wolf, and Bald Eagles.

Please note: This itinerary does not visit the Brooks Falls/Brooks Lodge area of the Park.

What's Included
  • All listed meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the workshop

  • All transportation during the workshop

  • Camping gear (tent, air mattress, pillow, bear resistant food containers, and safety equipment) *You need to bring your own sleeping bag

  • All permits and park fees

  • Professional photography guiding and instruction

  • Gratuity for pilots and service staff

What's Not Included
  • Transportation to and from King Salmon, Alaska

  • Sleeping bag

  • Meals not listed as included on the itinerary

  • Lodging outside workshop dates

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Souvenirs and personal items

  • Gratuity for photography guide(s). Please refer to our FAQ section for more details about gratuities.

  • Trip Insurance & Medical Evacuation Insurance - see plans here.

 Trip Itinerary 

Most meals included – (B,L,D) denotes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 1 (Travel Day) (D)
Arrive in King Salmon, Alaska by 6:00 pm for orientation and welcome dinner.

Day 2 (B,L,D)
Hiking mileage: 3-6 miles all off-trail
Today we will board a small float plane headed for our wilderness camp. After a safety discussion and getting settled into camp, we will begin photographing Grizzly Bears! We’ll spend the entire
rest of the day photographing the bears as they run, swim, fight & fish the stream for salmon.

Days 3 - 4 (B,L,D)
Hiking mileage: 3-6 miles all off-trail
Full days of hiking & photography. We’ll hike as much or as little needed based upon bear activity and location in relation to our camp.

Day 5 (B)
Hiking Mileage: 3-6 miles all off-trail
We’ll have a morning session of photography during magic hour lighting, then pack up camp and board the float-plane back to King Salmon.

Please note: Weather delays are possible, and we highly recommend travel insurance.

Please note that the exact sequence of the itineraries on all photography trips will be based on weather and lighting conditions. The goal on these trips is to make sure we are at the right place at the right time for the perfect light on our subjects. Also, itineraries can change for a variety of other circumstances including floods, forest fires, national park closures, road closures, and more. Due to the nature of wildlife and landscape photography, we do not guarantee any specific sightings or specific compositions.

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BACKCOUNTRY JOURNEYS
"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations worldwide.

- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
CONTACT US
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928-478-1521
adventure@backcountryjourneys.com

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