Rolf Hicker's sustainable small group (maximum of 4 people) wildlife photo boat tours are ideal for families, couples, people with special needs, and photographers of all levels.
"My personal and intimate family & photo boat tours are visiting the most beautiful scenic places around Northern Vancouver Island, the Broughton Archipelago and Knight Inlet in British Columbia, the Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw People.
Enjoy, watch and photograph grizzly bears, black bears, killer whales, humpback whales, dolphins, bald eagles, sea otters and other wildlife."
Rolf Hicker has been a full-time, award-winning professional photographer for 40+ years in the fields of wildlife, nature, and travel photography. He has known and photographed the area around Northern Vancouver Island for 35+ years. He is also a certified bear-viewing guide (CBVA) and a trained marine mammal naturalist (MERS).
He is known for his ethical and sustainable approach, great respect for First Nations, nature and its animals, and conscience of the heritage of land and ocean.
Born and raised in Freising, Germany, Rolf immigrated in 2004 and made beautiful Northern Vancouver Island his home, where he also offers The Artists Point Bed & Breakfast.
Join Rolf’s small group adventure & wildlife photo boat tours and tap into his experience. He has a lot of knowledge, tricks, tips and stories to share.
Highlights of the boat-based wildlife photography tours are grizzly bear watching in scenic Knight Inlet along the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia, as well as watching and photographing killer whales, humpback whales, dolphins, sea otters, eagles and other wildlife in the Broughton Archipelago and Johnstone Strait off northern Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada
" I can't guarantee you wildlife but I can promise YOU to do everything in my power to make it the very best day possible"
On land-based adventure tours we visit the rocky beaches along the wild West Coast, the sandy beaches of Cape Scott Provincial Park as well as beautiful scenic spots on Northern Vancouver Island.I also offer whale-watching tours as well as sunset whale-watching photo tours.All my tours are individually tailored to your needs (no need to be a photographer) and have a maximum of 4 participants."Adventure photo tour" because I want to ensure that you will discover the best photo opportunities, create beautiful images with your camera or simply encounter those rare moments that result in unforgettable memories. This ethical personal tour is for the experience and not only to get the best pictures.
Latest Testimonials
Grizzly Bear watching in Knight Inlet - Whale Watching along the Broughton Archipelago
Sea Otter watching on the West Coast
Join Rolf’s family-friendly small group adventure tours with maximum 4 guests / 5 for families with children.
He specializes in photo and wildlife experiences on board his safe, covered and certified boat.
With Rolf’s extensive expertise, you’ll gain invaluable insights, tips, and captivating stories to enrich your journey.