Peak Season Bear Viewing By Seaplane

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Unforgettable Experience

Our bear viewing excursion to Waterfall Creek with Wild Coast Excursions was honestly one of the absolute highlights of our Alaska trip. 🐻❤️ From the moment we took off in the float plane, we knew we were in for something special. The two incredible 30-minute float plane flights were an adventure in themselves, with breathtaking scenery all the way. It was such a unique way to experience the beauty of Alaska. Our guide Matt was fantastic. His passion for bears and the environment was obvious from the start, and his knowledge was incredible. He was so enthusiastic and genuinely cared about the animals and their habitat. He made the experience even more special and helped us understand and appreciate what we were seeing. Seeing the bears in their natural environment was something we will never forget. It felt like such a privilege to experience them up close in such a beautiful, untouched setting. We can’t recommend Wild Coast Excursions highly enough. If you’re visiting Alaska and have the opportunity to do this excursion, DO IT! The combination of the incredible float plane flights, stunning scenery, amazing bears and a guide as passionate as Matt made this an experience we will remember for a lifetime. 🐻✈️🏔️ Thank you Wild Coast Excursions and especially Matt for such an incredible day!

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Trip of a lifetime!!!

Wildcoast Excursions was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. We took a seaplane to Pack Creek in late May and I cannot say enough good things about it. We were fortunate enough to get to sit for a few hours viewing a mother brown bear and her 2 cubs play and snack on sedge grass, and a curious juvenile male bear graze and swim. The location was one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. You are surrounded by Mother Natures glory. Every sight and sound from the rushing creek water to the rustling cold breeze through the tall grass was a gift to the senses. Watching brown bears in the wild, observing their behavior and taking in all of the surrounding beauty was truly awe inspiring. Tears of joy flowed more than once. Our pilot was top notch and Alaskan views from the air are otherworldly. Lastly, our guide Matt was one of the best guides I’ve ever had. He went above and beyond for our group, myself and my 79 year old father. He was a wealth of knowledge and showed immense respect for Alaska and the wildlife. He was informative and made us feel aware of our surroundings (these are wild animals) and safe while we observed these beautiful creatures. I am so thankful he was our guide and I would highly recommend Wildcoast and Matt. I can’t thank them enough for the beautiful memories they gave me and my Dad. I’ll cherish this experience for the rest of my life.

Response from the operator: Thanks Megan! So glad you had a great experience. Please come again!

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Spectacular Day with the Bears

We weren’t sure what to expect exactly, as this was our first trip to Alaska. But I am a huge animal lover and knew this was a must see and so I booked the trip to see the bears well ahead of time. We only had a few days in Juneau so we were thankful the weather was great…not too sunny though, so the bears were out fishing for salmon and it was stunning to be amongst them. Our guide was very professional, explained everything in detail as to how to approach the area and how to stay safe, and she was very knowledgeable about the bear behavior. The area was beautiful and easily accessible from the float plane. Everything was very professional and we felt safe, even though we were very close to the bears. We sat quietly amongst them and took all the photos and videos we’d ever want. It was a stellar day that I will never forget and will always cherish. Wild coast was very professional and we would most certainly use them again if we were ever back in Alaska.

Response from the operator: Thank you! We're glad you had a great day with Cam!

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Unforgettable and responsible bear viewing

Unforgettable and Responsible Bear Viewing Experience, the Best in Juneau and Southeast Alaska What an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime experience! As a solo traveler visiting Juneau, I was thrilled when Wild Coast Excursions found a bear viewing tour for me to join. That’s not always easy as a single traveler, but they made it happen. From the start, communication with Peter was clear, timely, and professional. I met the group at Ward Air the morning of the tour, where Peter greeted us warmly, handed out their high-quality gear, and provided a thoughtful and calming safety and expectations briefing. This perfectly set the tone for the day. After a stunning and smooth flight, we landed at Waterfall Creek, a remote and wild part of Chichagof Island. While a few other guests from another Juneau company, and a yacht were at the area, it felt exclusive, and intimate. I’ve visited Juneau before and explored other parts of Chichagof Island, but this un-roaded wilderness was on another level. And the bears! We saw at least eight individual coastal brown bears, including mothers with spring cubs, all fishing just yards away from us. Watching their social dynamics and natural behavior was mesmerizing. At several points, they came to fish right next to our group—but never seemed stressed or alarmed. Peter knew exactly how to position us for the best viewing without disrupting the bears, always reading their body language and ensuring we gave them the space they needed. It was clear that other guides in the area were watching and taking cues from him. Of all my travels, this was the most respectful, responsible, and well-led wildlife viewing experience I’ve ever had. Wild Coast Excursions sets the gold standard for bear viewing in Juneau, Alaska, and I would go as far as saying it’s the best bear viewing opportunity in Southeast Alaska and Alaska’s Inside Passage. I can’t wait to return and explore Pack Creek with them next time. Five stars, without hesitation.

Response from the operator: Thanks for this very thoughtful review!!

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Rediscovering Awe with Wild Coast Excursions

As a Juneau local, I thought I’d become a little too used to the incredible wildlife here—bears included. Wild Coast Excursions completely changed that. From the float plane ride to the mossy shoreline of Chichagof Island to our guide Matt’s deep knowledge and respect for the animals, everything was handled with care and expertise. We learned how to read the forest, spot signs of wildlife, and approach with respect. The highlight was watching a female brown bear, just yards away, fishing for salmon with complete focus and grace. She didn’t seem bothered by us at all—it felt like we’d been quietly invited into her world. This wasn’t a quick photo stop or a crowded viewing platform. It was a safe, intimate, and completely authentic wildlife encounter. I left feeling humbled, grateful, and in awe of the place I call home. If you want to experience Alaska’s wild beauty in a thoughtful, respectful, and unforgettable way, I can’t recommend Wild Coast enough.

Response from the operator: Thanks Heather! We're glad we could help you to connect with Alaska's nature through Juneau's bears.

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