Great Bear Rainforest: Scientific Exploration – 2 Days (Princess F49))

Highlights
• Embark on a two-day scientific exploration of the Great Bear Rainforest aboard the luxurious Princess F49.
• Study salmon runs, marine predators, and the delicate balance of one of Earth’s richest ecosystems.
• Participate in citizen science: log wildlife sightings, record ecological data, and learn from naturalists.
• Spend the night anchored in a secluded bay, with panoramic views of rainforest-clad mountains and a canopy of stars above.
• Experience the rare union of luxury and wilderness—where modern comfort meets raw, untouched nature.
 
Description
The Great Bear Rainforest is a place where science, adventure, and luxury meet. By day, you’ll journey deep into fjords and tidal estuaries aboard the Princess F49, a yacht designed for comfort and exploration. Guided by naturalists, you’ll witness salmon migrations, whale feeding behaviors, and the interconnected cycles that sustain this pristine wilderness.
 
At night, instead of returning to shore, your yacht drops anchor in a hidden bay. The rainforest towers around you, the sea lies calm beneath the stars, and the silence is broken only by the calls of eagles and the distant splash of fish. From the comfort of your private cabin, you’ll experience the rarest of luxuries: solitude, serenity, and an unbroken connection to nature.
 
This is not just a trip—it is an immersion into the science and spirit of the wild, elevated by the elegance of the Princess F49.
 
Itinerary
Day 1 – Marine Ecology
08:00 – Departure from Port McNeill
Cruise aboard the Princess F49 into coastal waters. Observe seabirds and marine mammals, and learn about the role of salmon and forage fish in the food chain.
 
Midday – Salmon & Predator Study
Visit salmon-bearing rivers and estuaries. Record observations of fish activity and predator presence, including seals, sea lions, and bears along the shoreline.
 
16:00 – Anchored Overnight
Spend the night onboard the Princess F49, anchored in a sheltered bay surrounded by rainforest and mountains. Fall asleep under the stars, immersed in nature.
 
Day 2 – Rainforest & Conservation
08:00 – Breakfast onboard, with panoramic views of the bay
Cruise deeper into fjords and tidal estuaries where the rainforest meets the sea. Guided by naturalists, study forest structure, intertidal zones, and their connection to marine life.
 
Midday – Wildlife & Data Logging Look for whales, dolphins, and other marine species. Participate in citizen science by logging sightings and contributing to conservation projects.
 
16:00 – Return to Port McNeill
Arrive back at the marina, completing two days of research, discovery, and immersive learning in the Great Bear Rainforest.