June 27th - July 2nd, 2027
This remote Canadian trip offers the best bald eagle action photography Dan has ever experienced! Photograph the unforgettable action of hundreds of bald eagles in a feeding frenzy in this unique area. The tides force little fish, called hake, to the surface from deep waters. Rising at such speed fills their air sacs, preventing the hake from descending. They bob on the surface until the eagles arrive, and then it’s time for feasting! This predictability offers numerous chances to capture the majestic bald eagles in spectacular action.
Along with the eagles, we may have opportunities to see other wildlife, including black or brown bears, on the shoreline. The coastline is a smorgasbord of sealife, and our guides know the best locations! When the tides aren’t bringing the hake to the surface, and the eagles are resting, we’ll search for the magnificent humpback whales and orcas that pass through the area. Pacific white-sided dolphins can also often be seen playing in the wakes of boats or performing amazing aerial acrobatics. This destination is like nothing Dan has ever photographed, beautiful and diverse. Enjoy a comfortable land-based lodge with daily excursions all planned around tides and times…this is THE place 🙂 This remote lodge has all of the little extras… Natural Exposures style ~
2027 Canadian Bald Eagles & Coastal Wildlife I Travel Plans
Sunday, June 27 (D)
Arrive in Seattle (airport code SEA) by 6:00 pm and transfer by Lyft, Uber, taxi, or light rail to the Holiday Inn Express Bothell (or similar). We’ll gather for a group welcome dinner tonight. Overnight at the Holiday Inn Express Bothell (or similar)
In the following days, while staying at the lodge, our schedule is below, but may be adjusted due to weather, the tide, and/or other circumstances beyond our control.
Monday, June 28 (L, D)
- Meet in the hotel lobby to walk over to the float plane base for our flight to the lodge.
- Arrive at the lodge at around noon for lunch.
- After lunch, there will be a 30-minute presentation on what you can expect to see, along with a discussion about how to photograph bald eagles in flight, including recommended camera settings.
- Afternoon – excursion to start the best bald eagle action photography you will ever see!
- Pre-dinner drinks on the deck or in the lodge
- Dinner
Tuesday, June 29 (B, L, D)
- Breakfast
- After breakfast, before leaving for the day, there will be a brief presentation on what you will see, what to expect, how to photograph the day’s subject, and recommended camera settings.
- Travel by boat early to find black or brown bears on the shoreline (dependent on a low tide).
- Lunch – back to the lodge for lunch and a short break
- Afternoon – excursion to photograph eagles
- Pre-dinner drinks on the deck or in the lodge
- Dinner
- After dinner work session – review images, discuss techniques, improvements, and solve problems that may have arisen during your shoots.
Wednesday, June 30 (B, L, D)
- Breakfast
- After breakfast, before leaving for the day, there will be a brief presentation on what you will see, what to expect, how to photograph the day’s subject, and recommended camera settings.
- Morning – Travel by boats, following sightings of whales, dolphins, sea lions, and seals.
- Lunch – picnic lunch on boat(s)
- Afternoon – continue whale and dolphin search, return to Lodge area for late afternoon bald eagle shoot
- Pre-dinner drinks on the deck or in the lodge
- Dinner
- After dinner, a short one-hour excursion for an eagle sunset photo shoot
Be sure to check out the article Dan wrote for PetaPixel about shooting Pacific white-sided dolphins on the 2026 trips!
Thursday, July 1 (B, L, D)
- Breakfast
- After breakfast, before leaving for the day, there will be a brief presentation on what you will see, what to expect, how to photograph the subject of the day, and recommended camera settings.
- Morning – Travel by boat and follow sightings of whales, dolphins, sea lions, and seals
- Lunch – picnic lunch on boat(s)
- Afternoon – continue whale and dolphin search, return to Lodge area for late afternoon bald eagle shoot
- Pre-dinner drinks on the deck or in the lodge
- Dinner
- Canada Day Celebration Party!
- After dinner, a short one-hour excursion for an eagle sunset photo shoot
Friday, July 2 (B, L)
- Breakfast
- Morning photography of available wildlife close to the lodge
- Early lunch
- Depart Seattle: Fly from the lodge back to Seattle today on Kenmore Air. Based on the 2026 Kenmore Air flight schedule, the group is expected to arrive back in Seattle today at approximately 5:30 pm. However, the exact 2027 Kenmore Air flight schedule is not expected to be confirmed until around January 2027. If you choose to book your flights before the 2027 Kenmore Air schedule is finalized, we suggest booking a later evening flight from Seattle, or you may want to stay overnight in Seattle. An Uber, Lyft, or taxi from Kenmore Air to SEA usually takes about an hour, but traffic could make the trip longer. Additionally, the flight is subject to delay due to weather or other factors.
Have you ever explored the Woodinville Hollywood District? It offers wonderful wine tasting rooms, great restaurants, and an area that’s easy to explore on foot. It’s only about a 10-15 minute Uber, Lyft, or taxi ride from our group hotel in Bothell on the first night of the trip.
The Hollywood District is also home to a beautiful lavender field that should be in full bloom in early July—perfect for photos! We visited in 2026 and thought it was well worth seeing. Arrive in Seattle a day early (or depart later) to explore Woodinville. If you’d like help with booking the hotel before or after the trip, we’re happy to help with arrangements!
Guest Limits
8 Guests Maximum
Trip Cost
8,990 pp for DBL occupancy
Single supplement: 200
(If fewer than 5 guests, ADD 300 pp)
Pricing in USD ($1,000 seaplane flight Seattle – Lodge – Seattle included)
Deposit
$2500 Per person due at time of booking
Visa, MasterCard, AmEx, Discover, or check acceptedDeposits are non-refundable. If cancellations are necessary, we require this request in writing. We will do our best to resell your space. Only if we can resell your space, we will refund (minus the deposit and discounts given to sell your space). No partial refunds are possible for unused services.
Installments
September 15, 2026: 3,500 pp first installment
February 15, 2027: Final PaymentCheck only for the first and final installments. Please make checks payable to Natural Exposures and mail to our office:
Natural Exposures, Inc.
810 N. Wallace, Suite E
Bozeman, MT 59715Included
- Seattle-Lodge-Seattle seaplane flights ($1,000)
- Group transfer from the hotel to Kenmore Air
- Meals where indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- Beverages (house wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks) with included meals
- 1 night of accommodations in Seattle
- 4 nights of accommodations at the lodge with daily boat outings
Not Included
- Airfare to/from Seattle
- Transfers SEA to hotel on arrival day or Kenmore Air to SEA on departure day
- Laundry, other personal miscellaneous expenses
- Any activities not listed in the itinerary
- Travel/emergency medical evacuation insurance
- Gratuities for the lodge staff and guides
Flights to Book
June 27, 2027
Arrive in Seattle (airport code SEA) by 6:00 pm.July 2, 2027
Depart Seattle:
Fly from the lodge back to Seattle today on Kenmore Air. Based on the 2026 Kenmore Air flight schedule, the group is expected to arrive back in Seattle today at approximately 5:30 pm. However, the exact 2027 Kenmore Air flight schedule is not expected to be confirmed until around January 2027.If you choose to book your flights before the 2027 Kenmore Air schedule is finalized, we suggest booking a later evening flight from Seattle, or you may want to stay overnight in Seattle. An Uber, Lyft, or taxi from Kenmore Air to SEA usually takes about an hour, but traffic could make the trip longer. Additionally, the flight is subject to delay due to weather or other factors.
Note: US citizens will need a passport for travel to the lodge in Canada!
Travel Insurance
Travel/emergency medical evacuation insurance is not required for this photo tour, but we always recommend purchasing it for any trip. Emergency medical evacuation insurance is affordable and can be purchased for each trip or an entire year, and can even be bundled with your regular travel insurance! We recommend one or more of the following, depending on your needs:
Global Rescue
(use code natexp)Allianz Global Assistance
(use Travel Agent ACCAM F203564)Terms & Conditions
Natural Exposures cannot control nor is responsible for abnormal weather, natural disasters, or any other disaster that might affect the trip. Travel insurance should be purchased to cover any missed flights or medical problems that may affect/delay your travel. National Parks have the right to change our itinerary.
By booking a trip with Natural Exposures, you agree to the following CANCELLATION AND LIABILITY POLICY
Accommodations for 2027 Canadian Bald Eagles & Coastal Wildlife I
June 27 (1 night)
Holiday Inn Express Bothell (or similar)
The fully renovated Holiday Inn Express Bothell features modern touches and enhanced social spaces to provide the perfect setting for leisure travel.Start the day with a complimentary breakfast buffet, stay active in the Fitness Center, and relax in the indoor pool and hot tub. At the end of the day, unwind in spacious guest rooms with exceptional amenities designed for your ultimate comfort.
June 28 – July 1 (4 nights)
Our lodge, overlooking the beautiful coastline of British Columbia, was started by a father and son team in 1998 after they purchased a cabin and four acres. Over the next four months, they and a host of tradesmen built the lodge, docks, and guest house buildings. As the last carpenter went out the back door, the first guests arrived in May of 1998.This year will mark the lodge’s 30th anniversary. The lodge facilities have been upgraded yearly to offer the best photography, fishing, and recreational opportunities in the Discovery Islands. Enjoy gourmet meals, Starlink Wi-Fi, strong cellular service, and a dedicated exercise area!
Each private room includes its own bathroom, power bars, comfortable beds, nightlights, and any other essential amenities you would find at home.
Our hosts cater to selective families and groups seeking upscale accommodations in an intimate setting. Their service-oriented staff offers a unique blend of urban comfort and wilderness adventure.
Helpful Information for 2027 Canadian Bald Eagles & Coastal Wildlife I
GENERAL
We will be traveling by seaplane to and from the lodge. For the remainder of the trip, we will mostly be on Zodiacs.
Please note: The flight schedule is subject to change due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Each day, we will need to walk to the dock to board our Zodiacs, which will require two sets of ramps. Getting to your room may require one set of stairs. There are always staff with carts on hand to help with luggage and equipment. There could be some light hiking for those who want to partake.
WEATHER
Temperatures this time of year should be in the mid-50s to mid-70s. Along the coast, there’s always the chance of rain, and we won’t have the ability to get out of the rain when out in the boats. Therefore, good rain gear is essential.
PASSPORT and VISAS
A visa is not required for US citizens for stays less than 180 days. Your passport must be valid at the time of entry. One blank passport page is required for the entry stamp. Please visit the US Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs for the most up-to-date entry requirements.
Please note: Canada maintains stringent policies concerning convictions of Driving While Under the Influence (DWUI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI), whether the crime happened in Canada or outside Canada. If you have such a record, you may need to take special actions, or you could be denied entry into Canada. For more information, please visit the Government of Canada website.
VACCINATIONS
Please visit the CDC for the latest vaccination recommendations and health notices for travel to Canada.
CURRENCY
The currency of Canada is the Canadian dollar, but you should not need to exchange any money for this trip.
ELECTRICITY
In Canada, power plugs and sockets (outlets) of type A and type B are used. The standard voltage is 120 V at a frequency of 60 Hz.
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Testimonials from Natural Exposures' Explorers
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"We have been friends and have traveled with Dan and Tanya for almost 20 years. We have had the privilege of being invited to join them on their wonderful photography adventures. Dan, a master of photography, is always willing to share his vast knowledge of cameras and photographic skills. Tanya has mastered the art of arranging great tours along with being able to please everyone involved. I keep thinking of how Dan and Tanya pass the Rotary International "Four Way Test". Is it the Truth? Is it fair to all concerned, will it build good will and better friendships and yes it will be beneficial to all concerned. We love, trust and feel safe with Dan and Tanya. Our home is filled with spectacular images we have taken on tours with Natural Exposures Photo Tours."
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