Copper Sun Gallery & Journeys — Attraction in Area E (West Bella Coola/Clayton Falls/Tallheo)

This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience on the sacred lands of the Nuxalk people in Bella Coola. The journey weaves powerful storytelling and hand-drum singing into a mystical ceremony of beauty, loss, resilience, and survival, led by the incredibly knowledgeable and inspiring guide, Sheldon Tallio. The petroglyphs rest in a forest “open sanctuary,” reached by a wooden boardwalk built by the Nuxalk people, with a breathtaking creek below that feels healing for the soul. Sheldon’s deep love for his land, family, and community shines through every word, leaving us in awe and filling our hearts with love and calm. If you wish to experience this sacred place with care, respect, and authenticity, book with Copper...

I booked three experiences with Copper Sun: the petroglyphs, totem tour and a 2 hour raft and I could not recommend them enough! Every guide and staff member I met was extremely kind and knowledgeable. I feel so grateful to have been welcomed and shown around Nuxalk territory by members of the community that have stewarded the land since time immemorial. Thank you wholeheartedly for sharing your smayusta with me 🧡 This visit to Bella Coola would not have been the same without the wonderful people at Copper Sun. I recommend everyone to book a tour with them and buy some art from the gallery. I cannot wait to come back and visit this beautiful...

My Mom and I booked and paid over a month in advance. The Petroglyph and River Bear tours they offer were supposed to be the cornerstone events planned for our Bella Coola visit. Sadly no guide showed up for either of our tours. After a few calls with Sheldon the lead guide and follow up emails - he was apologetic for their shortcomings but we have still not been able to get a refund from them. Very disappointing on all fronts. (thankfully we were able to pivot to other tour companies last minute to save our trip) After our experience we would definitely not recommend prebooking...