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Photography Tours
Nanook Wildlife Photo Tours Experience!
We are a photographers destination in the very heart of a wildlife paradise just off the west coast of British Columbia at the southern tip of the Great Bear Rainforest. Photographer adventurers fall in love with the area. Our tours are by boat which allows us to roam the many kilometres of the Bute Inlet and island shorelines. Less than a 1 minute boat ride from the lodge brings an experience you will never forget.
We have a unique occurrence of one of the largest congregations of bald eagles gathered in one location in the world, putting on aerial displays beyond your wildest dreams. You will have the photo adventure of a lifetime witnessing Nanook’s Eagles.
Our environment is unique and one of the reasons is because of the powerful Arran rapids which are immediately to the west of our island. The topography creates unusually large volumes of water flowing into and out of the Bute Inlet with 14 foot tides, and exhilarating fast currents that result in ocean rapids that have to be seen to be believed. Not only are we the premiere eagle destination of the west coast of Canada, we have many additional natural wonders that complete your wildlife experience.
With miles of shoreline to explore you will be immersed in an unforgettable experience of wildlife photography filled with eagles, whales, bears, dolphins, birds and majestic landscapes as well as opportunities to fish for all five species of salmon - Chinook, Coho, Chum (Keta), Pink and Sockeye.
Photographers
Our tours are for beginner, amateur, enthusiast, semi-pro and pro photographers.
We invite top local and international photographers to be your guides and mentors. We offer you the opportunity to work alongside some of the best wildlife photographers to afford you a better photo experience and increase your skills as a photographer. These leaders will teach you specific skills to photograph particular subject matter and the best approach to use for each situation.
Whether you are a novice or an expert or simply looking for some extraordinary photos to add to your portfolio, we invite you to step out into our adventure world.
Sample 4-day Tour
This package can be customized for any length of stay whether traveling to us from abroad or within Canada.
Please contact us for more options.
What’s Included: private room and bath, all meals, snacks, soft drinks, wine, beer, daily boat excursions, daily activities and photographic mentoring sessions. Transportation from Vancouver Island is optional and we are happy to help arrange alternative transport from Seattle/Vancouver via float plane although these flights costs will not be included.
Not included: Gratuities for guides and lodge staff, airfare/travel to and from lodge, camera equipment, travel insurance (this is highly recommended), accommodation in Campbell River, gift items from lodge and specialty liquor.
Group Size: 5 person minimum + photographer guide. Larger groups with a photographer guide can be readily accommodated as well. Please contact Sam for more details. If you are an individual and would like to join us please contact us for availability.
Day 1
Travel to Campbell River, Vancouver Island, pick up location
Mid morning pick up by boat at Campbell River
Arrive Nanook Lodge Stuart Island around 1pm for lunch
After lunch – 30 minute presentation on what you can expect to see, and how to photograph bald eagles in flight, and recommended camera settings
Afternoon – excursion to photograph eagles
Pre-dinner drinks on the deck or in the lodge
Dinner
Day 2
Breakfast
After breakfast, before leaving for the day, 30 minute presentation on what you will see, what to expect, how to photograph the subject of the day, recommended camera settings
Travel by boats early to Bute Inlet to find black or brown bears on the shoreline - this is dependent on low tide
Lunch – back to the lodge for lunch and a short break
Afternoon – excursion to photograph eagles
Pre-dinner drinks on the deck or in the lodge
Dinner
After dinner work session – review images, discuss techniques, improvements, solve problems that may have arisen during your day
Day 3
Breakfast
After breakfast, before leaving for the day, 30 minute presentation on what you will see, recommended camera settings
Morning – Travel by boats follow sightings of whales, dolphins, sea-lions and seals
Lunch – picnic lunch on boat(s)
Afternoon – continue whale and dolphin search, return to Lodge area for late afternoon bald eagle shoot
Pre-dinner drinks on the deck or in the lodge
Dinner
After dinner – short 1 hour excursion for eagles at sunset photo shoot
Day 4
Breakfast
Morning photography of available wildlife close to lodge
Early lunch
1pm - return travel by boat to Campbell River
Regardless of the season you chose, our scenery is always breathtaking, the fish are biting, and the wildlife is ever changing as we cruise the waterways. Enjoy day trips with options of a shore lunch, or visit a nearby island’s outdoor pub for a wood-fired pizza & a classic Canadian Caesar.
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