Description
Bella Coola is a remote coastal community on the west coast of British Columbia, accessible by the steep and narrow Heckman Pass, also known as “The Hill.”
The region is part of a temperate rainforest dominated by Western Red Cedar trees. One of the best places to observe grizzly bears is Tweedsmuir Provincial Park along the Atnarko River. During the fall salmon run, grizzly bears gather near the rivers to feed.
Archaeological evidence suggests the valley has been inhabited for approximately 10,000 years. The first Indigenous inhabitants, known historically as the Bella Coola or Nuxalkmc people, lived in villages along the rivers and coastline. Today, the Nation is commonly known as the Nuxalk Nation.
A major cultural attraction in the region is the petroglyph site at Thorsen Creek Petroglyphs. Archaeologists estimate the carvings date from 3,000 to 10,000 years ago. The site is considered sacred and can only be visited with a guide.
Note: We need a minimum of 5 people to run the trip.
Itinerary
Friday, August 21
Kamloops – Williams Lake – Tweedsmuir Provincial Park – Bella Coola
Saturday, August 22
Bella Coola
Sunday, August 23
Bella Coola
day, August 24
Bella Coola -Tweedsmuir Provincial Park – Williams Lake – Kamloops
Trip Includes:
- 4 Days / 3 Nights accommodation
- Wildlife viewing & photography
- Clayton Falls
- Salmon Fishing
- Petroglyphs
- Valley of the Grizzlies
- Indigenous Cultural Experience
Price based on two sharing a room.
