Khutzeymateen Grizzly Sanctuary Photography Workshop
May 16-19, 2026
Hone your wildlife photography skills while taking in the pristine beauty of the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Sanctuary in northern British Columbia. This 3-night, 4 day photography workshop includes a transfer to a floating lodge by boat, full room and board and no single supplement for your own room. Also included are 2 expeditions per day by zodiac to the estuary where grizzly bears go to eat sedge grass (often with cubs) or dig for clams along the shore. Other wildlife that has been spotted in the past include orcas, humpback whales and coastal wolves. While no sightings can be guaranteed, the landscape is also breathtakingly beautiful. This will be one of the most unforgettable places you have ever visited and that very few others get the chance to see.
HOSTS: Vanessa Dewson & Tracy Elliott
COST: $4250 CAD (includes GST and conservation fee + boat transfer from Prince Rupert, BC)
Early Bird Discount: Save $100 if you book by June 30, 2025.
Number of spots left: 7
Please note, non-photographer companions are welcome as long as they are ok to share a queen bed which is standard in all the rooms. Companions save $250CAD.
Deposit: 50% of total cost
Final Payment Due: March 16, 2026
Method of Payment:
- Interac/e-Transfer (no charge)
- Visa/Mastercard or Amex (3.5% processing fee)
Cancellation Policy:
- 50% of deposit if cancelled up to 60 days prior.
- No refund if cancelled less than 60 days prior.
- If final payment is not made 60 days prior, your spot will be automatically cancelled and a $100 cancellation fee will be deducted from your refund.
What’s Included:
- Pre-Trip Zoom call with gear and packing suggestions
- Your return boat transportation from Prince Rupert to the lodge.
- Two – three hour tours.
- Hands-on photography lessons and photo critique (optional)
- All chef prepared meals, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. We provide complimentary wine/beer with dinner (you are welcome to bring in your own alcohol).
- Cozy rooms with queen-sized beds (one per room) and four shared bathrooms with showers.
- Stand up paddleboards and sea kayaks.
- Outdoor campfire
What’s Not Included:
- emergency medical insurance (mandatory)
- trip cancellation and interruption insurance (highly recommended)
- airfare or other transportation to get to Prince Rupert (assistance can be provided to book flights)
- accommodation in Prince Rupert (assistance can be provided to book accommodation)
- Alcoholic beverages (other than wine served with dinner)
FUTURE TOURS
We are open to ideas for future tours but here’s what we are working on and dreaming about:
2026:
February – Egypt & Jordan
May – Khutzeymateen Grizzly Sanctuary
2027:
January – Antarctica
July – East Africa – Gorillas and The Great Migration
2028:
July – Belugas, Blooms and Bears in Churchill
BUILD YOUR OWN
Whether you’d like to work with us to build your dream trip, have a group and want to organize a tour hosted by a professional photographer or you are a professional photographer with experience teaching and would like to host a tour, we can help! Please contact us to discuss the possibilities.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
Depending on the supplier, the cancellation policy may vary so please read the itinerary details. Prices may change without notice but will be guaranteed once a deposit is made.
INSURANCE
It is mandatory for all of our travellers to have Emergency Medical insurance that covers for both emergency evacuation and repatriation to the sum of $200,000 USD. We also strongly recommend purchasing an all-inclusive plan that covers cancellation/interruption insurance as well. Please contact us for a quote.