Summer in Finland offers almost endless daylight, lush green forests and extraordinary wildlife encounters. July is also the very best time of year to observe wild brown bear cubs exploring their natural environment. Thanks to our many years of experience, we carefully time our summer bear watching holidays to coincide with the peak period for cubs of the year. In fact, we are proud to have maintained a 100% success rate of observing bear cubs on every one of our previous tours to this destination. This remarkable journey takes you to one of the world’s premier bear watching locations, famously featured in the acclaimed BBC Planet Earth series, narrated by Sir David Attenborough.
With the long days of the Nordic summer and its beautiful golden light, conditions are ideal for both wildlife photography and observation. Beyond brown bears and their cubs, there is also an excellent chance of encountering other iconic species, including wolverines, white-tailed eagles and, with a little luck, even wolves. Whether you’re a wildlife photographer, a passionate nature enthusiast or simply someone seeking an authentic wilderness experience, this tour offers an unforgettable opportunity to witness some of Europe’s most spectacular wildlife.
In addition to bear cubs, this region supports one of the highest densities of brown bears anywhere in Finland. Guests can therefore expect to photograph a wide variety of individuals, from playful cubs and protective mothers to some of the country’s largest adult males. Each evening, we travel by vehicle to carefully positioned wildlife hides, where you’ll settle in for an exciting overnight experience immersed in the wilderness. Here, you’ll witness intimate moments of bear family life and enjoy exceptional photographic opportunities in complete comfort. It is an experience that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Kyle is the founder of BearPhoto, having first established the brand in 2017. Based in the UK, he is a multi-award-winning nature photographer and wildlife guide. Renowned for his work with bears across the globe, Kyle has documented species in some of the planet’s most remote and rugged environments – from the Alaskan wilderness and Canada’s Arctic tundra in pursuit of polar bears, to the dense Boreal forests of Finland in search of the elusive European brown bear.
His powerful imagery and deep understanding of wildlife have led to collaborations with tourism boards, major broadcasters including the BBC, and, most recently, a global campaign for Samsung promoting their latest mobile phone technology. Kyle’s photographs are represented by some of the world’s leading photographic stock agencies and are widely published in international media.
Our Bear Photo Expeditions take place in the remote wilderness of the Great Bear Rainforest, located along the rugged central coast of British Columbia. This vast temperate rainforest is one of the largest intact coastal ecosystems in the world, known for its dramatic landscapes, dense forests, winding salmon rivers, and untouched natural beauty.
The region is globally renowned for its thriving populations of grizzly and black bears, particularly during the salmon runs when bears gather along rivers to fish — creating extraordinary wildlife photography opportunities. The combination of pristine habitats, tidal estuaries, misty shorelines, and mountainous backdrops provides breathtaking natural scenery in every direction.
Guests stay in carefully selected remote wilderness lodges accessible by scenic floatplane or boat. These exclusive bases offer comfortable accommodations while ensuring prime access to bear viewing areas, expert local guides, and immersive photography experiences in complete safety.
This extraordinary coastal environment delivers one of the most powerful and intimate bear photography settings in North America.


Notes: Spring season departure
Deposit: $500
Trip Price: $6900
Notes: Late summer experience
Deposit: $500
Trip Price: $7800
Notes: Autumn transition trip
Deposit: $500
Trip Price: $8100
Notes: Winter season departure
Deposit: $500
Trip Price: $5500
Notes: Spring season departure
Deposit: $500
Trip Price: $6000
Notes: Spring season departure
Deposit: $500
Trip Price: $6500
Notes: Spring season departure
Deposit: $500
Trip Price: $6900
Notes: Late summer experience
Deposit: $500
Trip Price: $7800
Notes: Autumn transition trip
Deposit: $500
Trip Price: $8100
Experience the iconic Masai Mara with thrilling safari drives, Big Five wildlife encounters, sweeping savanna landscapes, and unforgettable views of the Great Migration in one of Africa’s most spectacular nature reserves.
At first glance, you might wonder why BearPhoto is leading an African safari, after all, bears don’t roam the savannahs of Kenya. But at BearPhoto, our passion has never been limited by geography or species. We are driven by one thing above all else: the pursuit of extraordinary wildlife encounters and unforgettable photographic experiences. This journey to the Masai Mara represents exactly that – and more.
We are thrilled to introduce this exceptional photographic safari to Kenya’s legendary Masai Mara, one of the most celebrated wildlife destinations on Earth. For photographers, the Mara needs little introduction. Vast, open plains stretch to the horizon, alive with staggering numbers of wildlife and an unrivalled concentration of big cats. The scale, drama, and raw beauty of this ecosystem offer some of the most powerful natural spectacles anywhere in the world.
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