Alaska Bear-Viewing Day Trip from Homer

Homer, USA

Brooks Falls Katmai Bear Viewing in a Float Plane

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Brooks Falls Katmai Bear Viewing in a Float Plane

English
6 to 7 hours

from $1,495

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Brooks Falls Bear Viewing

English
6 hours

from $1,495

Alaska Bear-Viewing Day Trip from Homer

Recommended by 98% of travelers

Homer, USA

5 to 6 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Depart from Homer by bush plane to fly to bear-viewing locations in either Katmai or Lake Clark National Park and Preserve. You'll learn from your pilot–guide about coastal brown (aka grizzly) bears while observing the wild bears in their natural habitat in Alaska. The half-day trip includes several hours on the ground and informative commentary throughout the day.

Alaska grizzly bear tour with scenic flight from Homer
Fly to Katmai or Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, both of which offer unparalleled bear-viewing opportunities
See grizzly bears deep in the Alaskan wilderness
Learn about bear behavior and Alaska's ecosystems

What's Included

Meeting and Pickup

Itinerary

Make your own way to Homer Alaska Airport to meet your pilot–guide. Receive a safety briefing and orientation, then board your bush plane.

Alaska's coastal brown bears follow their food source, which moves from clamming and sedge meadows in the spring, to chasing wild salmon later in the summer. Depending on the seasonal migration, you'll fly to either Katmai National Park and Preserve or Lake Clark National Park and Preserve.

En route to your destination, gaze down at large glaciers and lava flows from old volcanic eruptions, hearing commentary about the landscape from your pilot–guide. When you land, you can expect ample time on the ground in the habitat of the wild bears before returning in your aircraft to Homer.

Be prepared to hike up to three miles (4.8 km), walking over uneven, soft, or muddy terrain to designated lookout platforms with excellent viewing opportunities of grizzlies in their natural environs—sightings guaranteed. Your guide provides a thorough review of safe bear–viewing practices.

Please note: bear spray and fish products of any kind are prohibited on this tour.

Adventure Airways

5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Due to weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers must weigh less than 225 lbs.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Minimum age is 7 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Bring camera, rain gear, water and a snack
Do NOT bring fish products of any kind
Do NOT bring bear spray
Be prepared to walk up to 3 miles over uneven, soft, or muddy terrain.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.9

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Robert_B, Aug 2025

ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE! A must do when traveling to Homer, Alaska.. You won’t be disappointed once you spend time with these beautiful Brown Bears, I assure you. My husband and I decided to book this trip after a suggestion of a friend we worked with. I am so glad we did, it was phenomenal. The photos we took and the knowledge we obtained from our guide was amazing.. I know you can book this specific tour through multiple companies in Homer and Seward, Alaska.. Adventure Airways is the way to do it. They definitely had a family business vibe that was personal to them, making sure that their customers were 100% satisfied with their experience. It was one of the best experiences of our lives. You won’t be disappointed.