Emerald Air Service is the oldest guided bear viewing company based in Homer.
Spend an unforgettable day in remote Katmai National Park and Preserve, far away from crowds, developed trails, and viewing platforms.
Enjoy a scenic flight into the true Alaskan bush.
You and the other members of your small group are led on a day hike by a naturalist guide who acquaints you with Alaskan Coastal Brown Bears and the amazing country that is their home.
Depending on the time of summer, locations vary according to the bears’ food sources.
• Small group (9 guests maximum)
• Walk between 3-5 miles throughout the day
• Scenic flight from Homer to Katmai takes approximately 1 hour
• Spend an average of 5 hours on the ground hiking and sitting to watch the bears
*** Weight limit is 275lbs / 124kg
Venture to Brooks Falls, also known as Brooks Camp, to see the iconic moment of salmon fighting their way upstream, leaping up water falls only to be caught in the jaws of Coastal Brown Bears. Bear numbers typically peak in mid-July.
Once you arrive from a scenic flight in our float plane, you will be given a safety briefing by Park Rangers at the Visitor’s Center.
After that, you can enjoy the park at your own pace. The falls where the bears congregate most densely for fishing are an easy 1 mile walk away from the Visitors Center. In addition to watching the bears fish at the falls, you can attend one of the ranger-led programs, walk along the beach, and even enjoy a hot meal or cup of coffee at Brooks Lodge.
Scenic flight from Homer to Brooks Falls takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
• Spend an average of 5 hours at Brooks Falls to explore
• Walking distance of 1 mile from Visitor’s Center to viewing platforms
*** Weight limit is 275lbs / 124kg
Guided Expedition Katmai NP
| Per Person | Booking Code | |
| Katmai NP Guided Expedition | $ 1595 | EAS1 |
Brooks Falls Self Guided Expedition
| Per Person | Booking Code | |
| Brooks Falls Self Guided | $ 1595 | EAS2 |
CANCELLATION POLICY
Up to 33 days prior: $30.00 per booking / Later 100%
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