Name: Tweedsmuir Park Lodge
Address: 7001 Corbould Drive, Stuie, BC V0T 1C0, Canada, Stuie, Stuie, Stuie, V0T 1C0, Canada
Rating: 10

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Tweedsmuir Park Lodge

Stuie

We came to see the bears and we saw plenty! The river drifts were so relaxing and fun  The guided hikes were really great. Food was amazing and all of the staff were so helpful, warm and so much fun.   The guides were so knowledgeable and  put so much effort into finding bears and making the experience so enjoyable.  Everything from accomodation to the location was perfect.  Would love to return 

Amazing holiday at Tweedsmuir

A relaxing trip, that met expectations, delivered by a competent and professional team, with a high degree of knowledge and experience. The staff were friendly, professional and interacted with guests accordingly. 

An experience not to be missed

The scenery, walking and drifting amongst the bears, the food, the service, the staff, the via ferrata, the massages, the cute and cozy cabins, the scent of the fresh air, everything was amazing! 10/10 would recommend! 

Beauty of a Lodge!

Amazing experience at Tweedsmuir Park Lodge for the grizzly package.  We saw so many bears and learned so much about the habitat.  The colours of the trees and leaves in the fall season is unmatched anywhere we have been in the world.  Highly recommend for a true nature escape combined with luxury service & experiences

Spectacular Tweedmuir Park Lodge

We were recently privileged to be able to visit Tweedsmuir Park Lodge and visit the Grizzly Bears of the Great Bear Rain Forest feeding on the salmon in the Atnarko River.

Our visit was amazing to say the least. The views in this valley are breath taking, surrounded by spectacular mountains.

We came to Tweedsmuir because we knew Ellie Lamb, so we had a full day grizzly bear ecology walking tour with her and learned so much, enhancing our respect and love of the Grizzly bears. The Great Bear Rain Forest was so serene, spiritual, and stunningly beautiful.  You could really feel the presence of the bears in their home, so respect was utmost in our minds.     

During our visit, we were fortunate enough to see Virtue and her two cubs fishing the Artnako River, Rocky, Perfect, Ghost (a fleeting glimpse of her), and last but not least, Peanut!!  These characters are all so special and have their own personalities.

Everyone at the Lodge was friendly and helpful, and all meals were delicious. The chalets were very comfortable and beautifully decorated.

If you love nature and want to learn more about Grizzly Bears and why they are so special, you will love a visit to Tweedsmuir Lodge, surrounded by spectacular beauty and wildlife!  

Thank you again Ellie, for making our visit to Tweedsmuir and the Great Bear Rainforest so memorable.  We will  be back next year!


Spectacular Beauty and Wildlife at Tweedsmuir Park Lodge!

Great location, great amenities, great guides and great restaurant staff BUT..................when we arrived at Tweedsmuir, we found that we had been paired for walking/trekking excursions with another couple, who had reduced mobility. We pointed this out straight away and were told that the lodge had already identified the issue and were working towards a resolution. They “would do what they could”. Sadly, despite two further requests, Tweedsmuir were unable to arrange for any alternate guides and we therefore did not receive the promised and anticipated quality of experience. Sadly no one at the lodge bothered to come back to us to explain they were unable to change the arrangements because a number of guests had booked "private tours" and they had no other guides available. When we raised this with our booking agents on our return, they contacted Tweedsmuir, who accepted and acknowledged the issue and their handling of it, offering to refund our “incidentals” bill. Our “incidentals” consisted of some drinks, but primarily of our gratuity to the staff!!! Some gesture by management!
In our opinion, if guests arrive unable to fully take part in the known activities, it is they who should be offered an alternative which does not penalise guests who have booked for the specific purpose of enjoying the outdoor activities including walking and trekking, which is an integral part of the experience.
The food and accommodation were good and thankfully the viewing platform provided excellent bear viewing, in stark contrast to the excursions.  
This was not the experience we had booked and anticipated for so long and was most definitely not the trip of a lifetime that we were hoping for and which was delivered for so many other people at the lodge. We have travelled on many wildlife trips and we know sightings cannot be guaranteed but you have to be out in the wild to stand any chance of seeing the wildlife.

So disappointing

This was a return trip for me after 11 years, and it was as great as ever. The Bella Coola Valley is like something out of Lord of the Rings. Just magical in its beauty. My wife and I splurged and went for a 7 night private package. This allowed us time to completely explore the valley. Beyond the incredible river drifts and nature walks, we were able to take a boat ride up the fiords where we saw a humpback whale and went to a remote hot springs, and also drive up to Purgatory Lookout at the end of the Nusastsum Forest Service Road through the incredible high alpine. But I would have to start with the guides and staff. They are incredibly friendly, helpful, welcoming and informative. The food at dinner was gourmet, and breakfast was a feast. The main attraction of the lodge is its proximity to the Bella Coola Valley's prime Grizzly Bear habitat and the Atnarko river. We saw Grizzly Bears every day, and had a few close encounters(safe ones) on our river drifts. They are magnificent animals, and after spending 7 days with them, I felt as if I had experienced something very special. We took a walk(mostly bush wacking) in to "Kettle Deep" on the bear trails with Ellie, and ran in to not one, but two bears. It was exhilirating. We also made friends with other guests who were great company.   Go if you can!

Grizzlies, Grizzlies and more Grizzlies

This is an amazing place. Everything is first class, accommodation, food, guides and itineraries. Safety and cleanliness protocols outstanding. Well worth a visit. Our river drifts and hikes were excellent!

Once in a life time

I write this review with sadness in my heart. Sadness that I had to leave such an amazing place full of wonderful people and captivating wildlife. I want to be back there! 

Tweedsmuir Park Lodge is in a wonderful location with picturesque views every way you turn. The property itself is a lovely mix of rustic and modern and everything is well cared for, clean and charming, with touches of luxury throughout. 

There’s a viewing platform on the grounds which you can use to hopefully spot bears when you’re not out and about spotting them elsewhere (we went in late September, prime bear viewing season!). We had a few good sightings there, and more when out on the great river drifts and eco walks. I don’t want to give too much info here as part of the fun is experiencing all this for yourself, but the river drifts were so relaxing too! We also saw a bear walk through the property which was quite an experience. 

My wife and I had paid for a personal package so went out by ourselves plus a guide each time. It meant we could be flexible about where we went and what we did, as well as being stealthy due to the smaller group size. 

What turns Tweedsmuir from a great place into a truly wonderful place though is the people that work there. We found everyone so friendly, knowledgeable, funny and caring. You'll meet Doug straight away and he’s a bundle of energy! Fun and informative he gets you off on the right track. Then you’ll meet the staff in the main lodge who are so warm and welcoming. Nothing is too much trouble for them and you look forward to seeing them every mealtime and having a chat. 

Talking of mealtimes, special mention must be given to the chef and kitchen staff who we didn't meet, but never failed to deliver fabulous food. You will eat well here! 

And of course there’s the guides! We had trips out with Ellie, Jessib, Karla, Bryn and Woody (not forgetting our 101 with Doug!). All have unique personalities but share the same mixture of warmth, friendliness and deep knowledge. I could write loads about each but as mentioned above, the fun is finding your own way at Tweedsmuir and making those connections. They were all a joy to be with. 

Special mention too to Susie – a lovely artist in residence for the week we were there. We took part in her painting sessions and thoroughly enjoyed our time with her. We’ve made a new friend and will enjoy keeping in touch. 

If I had to pull up any negatives, it would be that there was a bit of a mixup with our room – we had booked a standalone cabin but ended up with a duplex so were attached to someone else. The room was still lovely, but it did mean you could hear sounds from next door so wasn’t quite as private. Whether this was the mistake of our travel agent or Tweedsmuir I’m not sure. However seeing as everything else exceeded our expectations this is still a 5/5 review from me! 

I hope Tweedsmuir keeps up their standards and retains the brilliant staff. With the wrong people this could be a by-the-books experience, but as it stands it’s something very special indeed.

Just the most amazing place

My 4 day trip at Tweedsmuir Park Lodge was simply one of the best vacations I've ever taken. It truly is luxury meets the wonder and majesty of nature at her finest. I cannot recommend this enough! Get here and enjoy!

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