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Bear viewing, whale watching and other wildlife trips: when and where to go, how to choose an operator, and how to watch without disturbing the animals.
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For a first expedition cruise, the Galápagos is the easiest start: warm, short flights, calm seas and about $4,500 to $12,000 per person for 5 to 9 days in 2026. Svalbard in the Arctic suits travelers who want polar bears and walrus,…
Read the guideThe best Alaska bear viewing is at Brooks Falls in Katmai National Park in July and September, on the Lake Clark and…
Oct 6, 2026 · 9 min
To use bear spray, carry it in a hip or chest holster, never in your pack. If a bear charges and is…
Sep 29, 2026 · 8 min
