Great Bear Rainforest: Fishing & Expedition & Sightseeing – 3 Days (Axopar 37)

Highlights
• Combine the thrill of sport fishing with breathtaking sightseeing in the legendary Great Bear Rainforest.
• Catch salmon, halibut, lingcod, and rockfish in one of the world’s richest fishing grounds.
• Experience authentic West Coast harvesting with Dungeness crab and spot prawn traps.
• Witness rare wildlife spectacles: pods of orcas breaching, humpback whales tail-slapping and bubble-net feeding, dolphins chasing the wake, and salmon leaping during their legendary runs.
• Cruise through pristine fjords, glacier-carved valleys, and ancient coastal rainforests—the world’s largest intact temperate rainforest.
 
Description
The Great Bear Rainforest is one of the last truly wild places on Earth—an awe-inspiring region of towering old-growth trees, glacier-fed fjords, and extraordinary marine life.
 
Beneath the surface, nutrient-rich waters support legendary salmon runs, attracting halibut, lingcod, and rockfish. Crabs and spot prawns thrive in tidal estuaries, providing a taste of the authentic West Coast harvest.
 
Above the waves, the rainforest comes alive with unforgettable encounters. Pods of orcas patrol the coastline, humpback whales breach and tail-slap, dolphins leap joyfully in the wake, and salmon explode from the water during their migration.
 
This rare combination of world-class fishing, breathtaking landscapes, and wildlife spectacles makes the Great Bear Rainforest an unparalleled destination for both thrill-seekers and those seeking serenity.
 
Itinerary
Day 1 – Fishing Adventure
08:00 – Departure from Port Hardy aboard your Axopar 37 Brabus Line. Drop crab and prawn traps before targeting rockfish and lingcod along reefs and nearshore habitats.
Midday – Head into deeper waters for Pacific salmon and halibut. Retrieve your traps and enjoy a true West Coast harvest.
16:00 – Return to Port Hardy. (accommodation arranged separately).
 
Day 2 – Wildlife & Sightseeing
08:00 – Cruise into fjords and estuaries where rainforest meets the sea. Witness pods of orcas breaching, humpbacks bubble-net feeding, dolphins chasing the wake, and salmon leaping in dazzling runs.
Afternoon – Relax while taking in untouched wilderness: soaring cliffs, waterfalls, and ancient forests that frame the coastline.
16:00 – Return to Port Hardy. Evening free to explore the town or unwind.
 
Day 3 – Scenic Exploration & Relaxation
08:00 – Set out on a slower-paced day focused on sightseeing and serenity. Glide through remote inlets and glacier-carved fjords, taking time to appreciate the majestic landscapes.
Midday – Anchor in a quiet bay for a picnic-style break or light onboard meal. Guests may choose to relax, photograph, or simply soak in the silence of the wilderness.
15:00 – Leisurely cruise back toward Port Hardy, with final chances to spot wildlife and enjoy the scenery.
16:00 – Disembark, concluding your 3-day journey through the Great Bear Rainforest.