Pontoon Guided Bear Viewing in Lake Clark National Park

Adventure Details

Timeframe: When bear activity is optimal during the last couple weeks of August and the month of September. August 22- September 24th, 2024. (exact dates vary season-to-season).

Tour Duration: 7 hours

Age Requirement: No minimum, however 4 years and over is recommended*For groups with young children of any age inquire about our private charter options.

Weight Restrictions: We have a weight limitation of 325 lbs. per person. We want everyone to enjoy bear viewing, so we do require that you wear a PFD and be able to safely enter/exit the aircraft.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Departure/Return: 8am or 11am / 3pm or 6pm

Number of Guests: 6-7 per day

Walking Distance: Only from beach to lodge for lunch, the remaining time is spent by Pontoon boat.

Price: $1,295.00 per seat. This includes taxes and park entrance fees; we do not add any other fees or fuel surcharges. We accept cash or check and credit cards (an additional 3.4% processing fee for this method of payment).

Our cancellation policy:

All payments are fully refundable up to 30 days prior to the trip. Within 30 days of your trip date, the deposit is non-refundable and no refunds will be given for cancellations made by the guest for any reason. If you are ill, please cancel in advance. To ensure the safety of our Pilot, employees, and businesses we work with in remote locations, anyone presenting any signs of illness at check in will not be allowed to board the flight and no refunds will be applicable.

What’s Included

Packing list of what to bring and what to wear at confirmation
Flight in our iconic De Havilland Beaver floatplane- take off and land on water
Flight safety presentation by Pilot Wes
Flight time of 45 minutes -1 hour each way
Guests will have headsets to listen to a narrated tour full of history and educational facts!
Great views from every seat in the plane
Bear safety presentation provided staff and guide
Guided tour by a professional guide (not your Pilot)
*A hot salmon lunch with sides and a warm drink are included in this tour at the lodge.*
4 hours on the ground (3-3.5 hours viewing bears, 1 hour for lunch at the lodge)

This is a remote wilderness setting, and an immersive backcountry experience. Expect to be out in the elements all day viewing bears in their natural environment with the comfort of having cover on the pontoon boat. Restrooms are available as well as warming by the fireplace at the lodge.

Finish the day taking photos with the plane & Pilot
A map and drawing of your flight path, as well as a Beluga Air sticker
Memories beyond compare!
Safety is our number one priority. We take immense pride in upholding rigorous standards and embrace the distinction of being the most cautious company on the lake. This commitment to safety may result in delays or trip cancellations if our pilot feels uncomfortable with the conditions. There is nothing we want more than to see you fulfill your dream of seeing the bears - that objective is only surpassed by our dedication to ensuring your safety above all else.

Visit our FAQ’s page for more information as well as Beluga Air policies and conditions of tours.

If you are vacationing to Alaska later in the summer or into the fall, no worries- we have a great trip we offer that time of year! These bears get better and better late into September as the foliage begins to change, making for spectacular photos.

We partner with Redoubt Mountain Lodge which is located on beautiful Crescent Lake in Lake Clark National Park. The lodge provides guides and pontoon boats. You will spend 3 hours cruising around the lake watching bears. You may see bears on the shorelines, playing in the water, and actively fishing the rivers, creeks, and lake. There are restrooms, shelter, and a delicious hot lunch is included with the tour before or after bear viewing!

We depart from Homer at either 8 am for a morning tour or 11 am for an afternoon tour. The flight time is 45-minutes in each direction and it is an extraordinarily scenic route. Everyone will have their own headset during the flight to listen to area knowledge from the Pilot and be able to ask questions or point out wildlife you may spot during flight.