The Magic of June at Farewell Harbour Lodge
Let us tell you why June is such a special time of the year to visit Farewell Harbour.
As the days grow longer and the coastal rainforest awakens from its winter slumber, June is a magical time to visit Farewell Harbour Lodge. This is the season of renewal when bear cubs take their first wobbly steps, whales return to the rich waters of the Archipelago, and the landscape bursts into life with fresh blooms and longer days.
If you dream of an unforgettable wilderness adventure, June is a great time to experience the Great Bear Rainforest and the Broughton Archipelago.
A Season of New Beginnings
June is a great bear-viewing season, as the first tender shoots of grass and sedge lure Grizzly and Black bears to the estuaries. But the real stars of the show? The cubs. Watching a mother bear carefully guide her young through the meadows is so special. Cubs playfully swat at the water, chase each other through the grass, and curiously explore their new world under their mother’s watchful eye. It’s a heartwarming and rare experience that makes June truly special.
Whales Return
The waters surrounding Farewell Harbour Lodge stir to life in June as Humpback whales return from their migration with newborn calves by their side. These little giants stay close to mum but are energetic, practicing their first tail slaps and breaches as they learn to navigate the ocean. It can also be a quieter time on the water, allowing for more intimate wildlife encounters.
Long Days, More Adventure
With early sunrises and late sunsets, June offers some of the year's longest days, which means more time to explore! Whether you’re kayaking around islands, watching wildlife in its natural habitat, or hiking through the coastal rainforest, June’s extended daylight hours give you more time to soak in the beauty of the wild.
The Coast in Bloom
June also brings colour and life to the rainforest. Although a temperate rainforest doesn’t experience four seasons, the winter rains transform the forest. Lush green foliage, delicate wildflowers, and moss-draped trees create a vibrant tapestry, bursting with color and energy in every direction. The fresh scent of cedar and salt lingers in the air, and the sounds of songbirds fill the quiet moments.
A Quieter, More Intimate Experience
One of the best-kept secrets about travelling in June is that it’s peaceful. With fewer visitors than in the peak summer months, wildlife encounters feel more personal, excursions are less crowded, and a special kind of stillness is in the air. Whether you're soaking in the ocean air from the deck, listening to the crackle of a fire in the evening, or watching the tide roll in with a morning coffee, June at Farewell Harbour Lodge is about slowing down and immersing yourself in nature.
If you are looking for a time of discovery, renewal, and intimate wildlife encounters, June is an incredible time to visit Farewell Harbour Lodge. The bears are emerging, the whales are returning, the forests are shaking off their winter slumber, and the days stretch long into the evening. There's no better way to welcome summer than by witnessing the wild come to life.
