Rolf Hicker, born and raised in Germany, is a full-time 40+ year professional award-winning nature, travel and wildlife photographer with an "endless" client list like National Geographic, Canadian Tourism Commission, Fairmont Hotels, Holland America, BMW, Porsche, Readers Digest just to name a few.
Rolf started photographing, filming and publishing the northern part of Vancouver Island in 1982. He was involved in several video productions and the movie production "The Killer Whales of Johnstone Strait". He filmed orcas over a period of 7 years underwater.
Rolf travelled intensively around the world and in 2004, he finally called northern Vancouver Island his home and immigrated to Canada.
Today, he lives with his two boys, Alex and Daniel, and his partner Sarah between Port McNeill and Telegraph Cove, where he offers a beautiful Bed and Breakfast and private customized photo/family tours as a certified professional bear-watching guide (CBVA), a marine mammal guide (MERS), and a captain (SVOP, Transport Canada).
We are thrilled to announce that we are the first and smallest company on northern Vancouver Island to earn BIOSPHERE certification for our outstanding sustainability efforts.
Additionally, we have been honoured with the TripAdvisor "Traveller's Choice Award Winner 2024."
For more information, please check my other websites:
Nature, Travel & Wildlife Photography, Prints by Rolf Hicker
🐾 Cougars - the ghosts of the forest 🌳
Vancouver Island is home to one of the highest concentrations of cougars in North America. These incredible big cats are built for speed and agility:
🔥 They can leap an astonishing 6 to 12 meters (20-40 ft) in a single bound!
⚡ With bursts of 70 km/hr (45 mi/hr), they’re lightning-fast sprinters.
Though rarely seen, their presence shapes the wild balance of the island. Have you ever spotted one in the wild? 👀
🐾 Cougars - the ghosts of the forest 🌳
Vancouver Island is home to one of the highest concentrations of cougars in North America. These incredible big cats are built for speed and agility:
🔥 They can leap an astonishing 6 to 12 meters (20-40 ft) in a single bound!
⚡ With bursts of 70 km/hr (45 mi/hr), they’re lightning-fast sprinters.
Though rarely seen, their presence shapes the wild balance of the island. Have you ever spotted one in the wild? 👀
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🐟🦅 Catch it if you can! 🦅💨
Bald eagles are master hunters with razor-sharp vision... but why hunt when you can steal your neighbor’s lunch? 😎🍽️
🚤 Witness moments like this on tour!
👉 https://vancouverislandtours.info
🐟🦅 Catch it if you can! 🦅💨
Bald eagles are master hunters with razor-sharp vision... but why hunt when you can steal your neighbor’s lunch? 😎🍽️
🚤 Witness moments like this on tour!
👉 https://vancouverislandtours.info
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🐋 The ocean’s acrobat – humpback whale! 🌊✨
🤯 Did you know that humpback whales can launch their massive 40-ton bodies completely out of the water? Scientists believe breaching helps them communicate!
📸 This breaching beauty was captured close to shore at Plumbers Island off northern Vancouver Island, First Nations Territory, Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka`wakw People, British Columbia, Canada 🇨🇦
#HumpbackWhale #WildlifePhotography #EthicalTravel #WhaleWatching #SustainableTourism #ExploreBC #vancouverisland
🐋 The ocean’s acrobat – humpback whale! 🌊✨
🤯 Did you know that humpback whales can launch their massive 40-ton bodies completely out of the water? Scientists believe breaching helps them communicate!
📸 This breaching beauty was captured close to shore at Plumbers Island off northern Vancouver Island, First Nations Territory, Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka`wakw People, British Columbia, Canada 🇨🇦
#HumpbackWhale #WildlifePhotography #EthicalTravel #WhaleWatching #SustainableTourism #ExploreBC #vancouverisland
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🌊🏔️ Step into the heart of British Columbia’s untamed beauty with our exclusive Kingcome Inlet – First Nations Tour!
This 10-12 hour adventure is more than just a photo tour—it’s a journey through time, culture, and breathtaking wilderness.
🌿 An Unforgettable Cultural Experience
At the Kingcome River mouth, we are welcomed by a First Nations guide from Kingcome Raven Adventures, who will lead us on an immersive jet boat tour deep into the Traditional Territory of the Musgamagw Dzawada’enuxw First Nation. This is a rare and honored opportunity to experience the rich history, traditions, and breathtaking landscapes of the Kingcome Valley firsthand.
🏔️ Highlights of the Tour:
✨ Travel through emerald valleys & beneath snow-capped peaks;
🌲 Hike through lush rainforest to stunning waterfalls;
🐻 Visit a protected river sanctuary where grizzlies may be spotted;
🌊 About First Nations culture from a local guide n one of BC’s most remote regions;
Book your adventure today!
🔗https://vancouverislandtours.info/photo-tours/kingcome-inlet-first-nations/
#KingcomeInlet #VancouverIslandPhotoTours #FirstNationsTour #WildlifePhotography #ExploreBC #SustainableTourism #CulturalHeritage #EthicalWildlifeTours
🌊🏔️ Step into the heart of British Columbia’s untamed beauty with our exclusive Kingcome Inlet – First Nations Tour!
This 10-12 hour adventure is more than just a photo tour—it’s a journey through time, culture, and breathtaking wilderness.
🌿 An Unforgettable Cultural Experience
At the Kingcome River mouth, we are welcomed by a First Nations guide from Kingcome Raven Adventures, who will lead us on an immersive jet boat tour deep into the Traditional Territory of the Musgamagw Dzawada’enuxw First Nation. This is a rare and honored opportunity to experience the rich history, traditions, and breathtaking landscapes of the Kingcome Valley firsthand.
🏔️ Highlights of the Tour:
✨ Travel through emerald valleys & beneath snow-capped peaks;
🌲 Hike through lush rainforest to stunning waterfalls;
🐻 Visit a protected river sanctuary where grizzlies may be spotted;
🌊 About First Nations culture from a local guide n one of BC’s most remote regions;
Book your adventure today!
🔗https://vancouverislandtours.info/photo-tours/kingcome-inlet-first-nations/
#KingcomeInlet #VancouverIslandPhotoTours #FirstNationsTour #WildlifePhotography #ExploreBC #SustainableTourism #CulturalHeritage #EthicalWildlifeTours
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🦦 Self-care, otter style! 🧼✨
Did you know sea otters groom their fur to stay warm? Their dense fur traps air, keeping them cozy in chilly waters! 🌊❄️
#seaotters #explorebc #ottergram #beautifulbritishcolumbia #wildlifephotography
🦦 Self-care, otter style! 🧼✨
Did you know sea otters groom their fur to stay warm? Their dense fur traps air, keeping them cozy in chilly waters! 🌊❄️
#seaotters #explorebc #ottergram #beautifulbritishcolumbia #wildlifephotography
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🗓️ While we’re counting down the days until we’re back on board, take a look at some unforgettable moments from last season!
🌊🐻 Every tour brings new surprises, and we can’t wait to see what this season has in store! ✨
#WildlifeWonders #VancouverIslandPhotoTours #ExploreBC #EthicalWildlifeTours #NatureAtItsBest #PhotoTours
🗓️ While we’re counting down the days until we’re back on board, take a look at some unforgettable moments from last season!
🌊🐻 Every tour brings new surprises, and we can’t wait to see what this season has in store! ✨
#WildlifeWonders #VancouverIslandPhotoTours #ExploreBC #EthicalWildlifeTours #NatureAtItsBest #PhotoTours
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🚤 The Ambient Light – designed for adventure, built for sustainality!
Step aboard The Ambient Light, a custom-designed tour boat built for the rugged beauty of Vancouver Island!
🎥 Forward-facing indoor seating for the best views;
🌿 Quiet, efficient engine for minimal noise & max sustainability;
🐋 Spacious outdoor viewing deck for wildlife encounters;
📸 Stable, low deck & sliding windows—perfect for photographers;
🌊 360° panoramic views.
Designed for intimate tours, The Ambient Light ensures a smooth and unforgettable ride through some of the most breathtaking waters in BC!
📌 Reserve your seat:
https://vancouverislandtours.info
#VancouverIslandPhotoTours #WildlifePhotography #ExploreBC #BoatTour #SustainableTourism
🚤 The Ambient Light – designed for adventure, built for sustainality!
Step aboard The Ambient Light, a custom-designed tour boat built for the rugged beauty of Vancouver Island!
🎥 Forward-facing indoor seating for the best views;
🌿 Quiet, efficient engine for minimal noise & max sustainability;
🐋 Spacious outdoor viewing deck for wildlife encounters;
📸 Stable, low deck & sliding windows—perfect for photographers;
🌊 360° panoramic views.
Designed for intimate tours, The Ambient Light ensures a smooth and unforgettable ride through some of the most breathtaking waters in BC!
📌 Reserve your seat:
https://vancouverislandtours.info
#VancouverIslandPhotoTours #WildlifePhotography #ExploreBC #BoatTour #SustainableTourism
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🐻🌿 Untamed beauty, unforgettable moments 🐾
🦅 From mighty grizzlies to soaring eagles, the land is alive with breathtaking wildlife.
Experience ethical, intimate encounters with nature’s most magnificent creatures on our exclusive tours!
📍 Join us & witness the magic firsthand!
#WildlifeWonders #VancouverIslandPhotoTours #ExploreBC #EthicalWildlifeTours #NatureAtItsBest #PhotoTours #Grizzlies #Eagles #Bears #Cougar
🐻🌿 Untamed beauty, unforgettable moments 🐾
🦅 From mighty grizzlies to soaring eagles, the land is alive with breathtaking wildlife.
Experience ethical, intimate encounters with nature’s most magnificent creatures on our exclusive tours!
📍 Join us & witness the magic firsthand!
#WildlifeWonders #VancouverIslandPhotoTours #ExploreBC #EthicalWildlifeTours #NatureAtItsBest #PhotoTours #Grizzlies #Eagles #Bears #Cougar
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Join Rolf’s family-friendly small group adventure photo tours with a maximum of 4 guests / 5 for families with children.
Rolf 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.