Bears on Vancouver Island are acknowledged as one of the tourist attractions the untouched nature of the islands offers the visitors. Currently, there are two types of bears inhabiting the Island; both are available for bear viewing with your family and friends. Encountering them in the pristine nature on Vancouver Island will be an unforgettable experience that will never happen again in your life unless you revisit the Island.
The two subspecies living on the Island are the Vancouver Island
black bear and
Grizzly, of which grizzlies are scarce but still are available for viewing on a delightful day. "How many black bears are on Vancouver Island?" is the question many bear viewing lovers ask before coming to the Island.
Statically talking, there are 12000 black bears in BC, of which over 7000 live on Vancouver Island, building one of the developing businesses under the title of bear watching tours. On the other hand, grizzlies are not local to the Island, but occasionally, because they are fantastic swimmers, once came to the Island and breed. However, there aren’t plenty of them. Still, you can experience a magical grizzly watching cruise provided that you choose the right tour operator for your trip. Great bears of the Bute Inlet, Knight Inlet, and the Great Bear Rainforest is nothing you want to lose. Of course, it is possible to go without a guide, but nothing better than an expert can do the job. Although bears flee the moment they gaze upon a human being, they do not take the attacking danger for granted. So, an experienced tour guide will lead you to the best spots you can enjoy bear watching and other wildlife watching opportunities. Plus, you may clear your lungs in the virgin nature of Vancouver Island. Nothing better can embellish your vacation.
Further, we will discuss the details you'd better know before going on a tour. Besides, we will explain why bear watching should be on your list when you come to Vancouver Island and even if you are a resident here. Stay with us!