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Osa Peninsula & Quetzals
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Trip Overview
Our lodge-based Brooks Falls trip! Embark on the journey of a lifetime to the remote wilderness of Katmai National Park, Alaska to photograph Grizzly Bears up close and personal! Katmai is one of the largest National Parks in the United States at over 4 million acres and is arguably the single best place on Earth to photograph Grizzlies in their natural environment. Situated on the Alaskan Peninsula, Katmai is some 300 air miles to the Southwest of Anchorage and 170 miles from Homer. There are no roads into Katmai and so the only access is by float plane or boat.
On this 5 day Tour / Workshop we will be immersed in Grizzly Bear Photography from the beginning until the end. The bears congregate around Brooks Falls in September and July as they attempt to catch Salmon leaping out of the river. On this trip we stay in rustic cabins at the world famous Brooks Lodge. Brooks Falls is the highlight of this trip where one can spot over a dozen bears at a time fishing for salmon. If you’ve ever seen a photograph of a bear catching a salmon from a waterfall it was most likely captured at Brooks Falls.
We’ll spend three nights at Brooks Lodge to maximize our photography during peak lighting conditions. Being right there gives us excellent access to the action going on at Brooks Falls and you will be able to capture thousands of excellent Grizzly Bear Photographs in just a few short days. Fantastic, full-frame images are possible with lenses ranging from 300mm to 400mm. Aside from Grizzly Bears we may also have the opportunity to photograph other species such as Moose, Fox, Wolf and Bald Eagles.
Ready for Katmai? Join us this fall for the most spectacular Grizzly Bear Photography Experience in Katmai National Park, Alaska.
On this 5 day Tour / Workshop we will be immersed in Grizzly Bear Photography from the beginning until the end. The bears congregate around Brooks Falls in September and July as they attempt to catch Salmon leaping out of the river. On this trip we stay in rustic cabins at the world famous Brooks Lodge. Brooks Falls is the highlight of this trip where one can spot over a dozen bears at a time fishing for salmon. If you’ve ever seen a photograph of a bear catching a salmon from a waterfall it was most likely captured at Brooks Falls.
We’ll spend three nights at Brooks Lodge to maximize our photography during peak lighting conditions. Being right there gives us excellent access to the action going on at Brooks Falls and you will be able to capture thousands of excellent Grizzly Bear Photographs in just a few short days. Fantastic, full-frame images are possible with lenses ranging from 300mm to 400mm. Aside from Grizzly Bears we may also have the opportunity to photograph other species such as Moose, Fox, Wolf and Bald Eagles.
Ready for Katmai? Join us this fall for the most spectacular Grizzly Bear Photography Experience in Katmai National Park, Alaska.
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Trip Extension: We offer an optional Northern Lights Extension immediately after our Brown Bears of Katmai in the Fall trip (please note that this is not available during our summer sessions as it doesn’t get dark enough to view the Northern Lights). The extension can be reserved with the main trip while making your online reservation or it can be booked as a standalone trip.
Brown Bears of Katmai: Brooks Lodge
5 Days / 4 Nights
Fitness Level: 2
What's this?
Meals: Most meals included (see itinerary)
Lodging: 4 nights lodging
Start/End: King Salmon, Alaska
*shared occupancy (Brooks Lodge cabins are dormitory style. Same-sex cabins with four to a room & shared bunks – no single supplement available for cabins)
Fitness Level: 2
What's this?
Meals: Most meals included (see itinerary)
Lodging: 4 nights lodging
Start/End: King Salmon, Alaska
*shared occupancy (Brooks Lodge cabins are dormitory style. Same-sex cabins with four to a room & shared bunks – no single supplement available for cabins)
For more information on this trip, please give us a call Monday-Friday, 8am to 4pm Mountain Time: 928-478-1521.
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Trip Details
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- World Famous Katmai Brown Bears
Katmai is one of the largest National Parks in the United States at over 4 million acres and is arguably the single best place on Earth to photograph Grizzlies in their natural environment.
- Learn from a pro!
Get hands on 1:1 instruction from a professional photographer while shooting bears in action!
- Cutting Edge Photography Techniques
Expect to learn everything from basic camera settings for wildlife photography to more advanced techniques. Fantastic, full-frame images are possible with lenses ranging from 300mm to 400mm.
- Small Groups
We keep groups small to maximize your one on one time with the guide/instructor.
- Awesome Meals & Lodging Included
On this trip we will be staying in rustic cabins at the world famous Brooks Lodge!
- The BEST Trip Leaders
Our Trip Leaders are photography pros who have been exploring, guiding & photographing for years – you won’t find better trip leaders or instructors anywhere else.
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BACKCOUNTRY JOURNEYS
"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations worldwide.
All Images & Content are property of Backcountry Journeys Photography Tours, Workshops & Safaris LLC - Copyright 2024
TRIP CATALOG
Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.