Prince Rupert Excursions

[mommiemudd]

We are cruising on the Norwegian Spirit in Aug. We will be in Prince Rupert from 2-9. Not sure what to do! The only ship excursion that sounded interesting was the Grizzly Bear viewing by boat and it is long-6 hrs and $160. Would like to hear feedback about this tour or others before booking anything at this port. Husband has a bum knee and we have a 3 year old so something without a lot of walking is preferred. Thanks!

Norwegian Spirit Aug '04
Norwegian Sun April '03

[Host Caroline]

Since this is a new port of call there isn't much information on it.. why don't you post over on the Alaska board also ..since you are not leaving until August others who go earlier will have some info!

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[cpayne]

Mommiemudd....I believe we are on the same cruise in Aug. Anyhow, I had contacted a private tour operator about a bear watching tour that day. They told me they do not offer these tours in Aug. Reason being is because the bears have moved further north to follow the salmon and chance of viewing bears is slim. Concerns me that the cruise ship still offers such a tour knowing that bear "season" has passed in this location.

Let me know if you find out differently, though, because I was very disappointed!

Cheri

[grouchy]

Tons to do!
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[mommiemudd]

grouchy, what are your thoughts on the bear viewing. Is Aug 21-28 off peak?

Norwegian Spirit Aug '04
Norwegian Sun April '03

[grouchy]

No-they do feed on berries etc..
There have been sightings in town during the summer. But,like any creature they have a mind of their own.

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[mommiemudd]

Ok Cheri, what are you going to do? I think we may do the tour that NCL is offering. I think that even if we do not see bears the scenery will be beautiful!!

Norwegian Spirit Aug '04
Norwegian Sun April '03

[cpayne]

I think we are going to pass. I'm too sold on the idea that tour operators want you $$$ and if there was an opportunity for them to get it, they would offer a tour. We have so many other "active" tours booked the rest of the week (sea kayaking, ice climbing, hiking) that we may appreciate a laid back kind of day with no agenda!

Cheri

[grouchy]

Absolutely! We have fabulous scenery here in BC! You might see eagles,moose and maybe even an bear! Have fun!

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[Hurricane Husker]

We were there a couple of years ago on RSSC. We rented a van and drove a "scenic route." I dont remember the highway we took, but you should be able to find it online. Radisson provided us with box lunches (we requested them the day before) and the drive was spectacular. I especially remember seeing lots of roadside waterfalls and visiting with the friendly locals.

[phoenixlady]

Thanks so much for your advice. I just arranged for a car rental in Prince Rupert and plan to drive Rte. 16 to Terrace. I believe that's the route you said was so beautiful. Your suggestion was great. For anyone else interested, I rented a car from NationalRent-a-car. for $67.84 Tax inluded AAA rate - unlimited mileage. The trip is approx. 4 hours round trip and passes beautiful scenery which includes waterfalls.

[phoenixlady]

Thanks so much for your suggestion. I checked it outand the name of the route is Route 16. The drive goes to Terrace and is around a 4 hour r/t drive (182 miles). The car rental compnay we used is National Rent-a-car 1-800-227-7368 - $67.84 unlimited mileage.Tell them you want to pick the car up at the 2nd Ave. location.