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- Icy Strait and Point Adolphus area, feeding ground for humpback whales
- Experience the waterfalls of Chichagof Island
- Go hiking, kayaking or simply relax in the ship's hot
tub
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Tour Includes:
| - Airport transfers
- All meals while onboard
- Kayaking, paddle-boarding, hiking and small-boat exploration
- Use of equipment, such as fishing poles and hiking sticks
- Cultural and other special presentations
- Onboard professional naturalist
- All taxes, port charges and fees.
Not included: Airfare; alcoholic beverages (wine, beer, liquor); optional
flight tours, camping, or other optional excursions; gratuities (typically 10%
of cruise fare). |
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See Alaska up-close on an Un-Cruise Adventure! This unique 76-passenger cruise allows you unparalleled personal experiences with the real Alaska. Explore by ship, skiff, kayak, and on foot. Go snorkeling, ride a wakeboard, try a paddle-board, go beachcombing, and fish right from the ship. Rrelax in a hot tub in front of an awe-inspiring glacier, and access remote coves that only the lucky few will ever see.
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Day 1: Embark on your adventure in Juneau
Welcome
aboard! Transfer from the Juneau airport to your small ship, the Wilderness
Explorer. After meeting your crew and getting acquainted with your ship's
features, finish the evening with a delicious meal as we anchor in Windham
Bay.
Days 2-4: Glacier Bay National Park:
Today
enter Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve.
Here we will pick up the National Park Ranger who will be with us to explore
coves and corners of the bay that most visitors miss. One of America's crown
jewel national parks will be yours to explore and marvel at for the next three
days. Here in the bay there are sea lions, mountain goats, bears, moose, eagles,
and spectacular scenic backdrops. Linger near South Marble Island and spot the
many species of birds including puffins. After searching for more wildlife, stop
at the Park Service's Headquarters at Bartlett Cove for a hike through the
rainforest or possibly a native cultural presentation. Tidewater glaciers sweep
like rivers of ice down massive mountain valleys, terminating before you in the
waters of Glacier Bay. Enjoy two consecutive evenings in virtual isolation
inside Glacier Bay at anchor in a hidden cove as larger vessels have exited the
bay. Conditions permitting, you will also have a rare opportunity to hike or
kayak or tour via shore boat.
Day 5: Icy Strait
We
set course for arguably the richest whale waters in Southeast Alaska. Join the
Captain on the bridge or the Expedition Leaders/Naturalists out on deck in
search of marine mammals, primarily in the Icy Strait/Pt. Adolphus area. Ride
the skiffs for a closer inspection of the remote coastline with eyes set on the
shoreline for possible bear sightings.
Day 6: Chichagof
Island
Meander along the “waterfall coast” of Chichagof Island.
Marvel at the grand scenery we sail through the hidden treasures of the region.
In the evening we could be anchored in Red Bluff Bay or we may discover a new
remote shelter providing another grand opportunity to lower the kayaks and
skiffs. Enjoy another delectable dinner onboard and relax in the hot tub before
calling it a day.
Day 7: Peril Strait
Running 50
miles from Chatham Strait to Salisbury Sound, this haven for small ships is
scenically highlighted by a very narrow connecting passageway called Sergius
Narrows and an opening at Hoonah Sound. This wildlife-rich waterway is a great
place to explore the shoreline for bear, the waters for otters and whales, and
to watch for eagles. The passage narrows to only 300 feet in one spot (24 feet
deep.) After an adventurous, but “non-perilous” day, toast your voyage with a
festive Farewell Dinner and a “photo journal” of your trip presented by your
Expedition Leaders.
Day 8: Sitka — Disembark
Gather
for breakfast this morning as you cruise into Russian-influenced Sitka for
disembarkation (approx. 9:00H). Transfer provided to the airport or
hotel.
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CANCELLATION
POLICY
Any time after our written confirmation: 10% of
invoice total or $300 per person, whichever is greater.
90 to 61 days prior
to cruise date: $600 per person.
60 to 46 days prior to cruise date: 50% of
invoice total.
45 to 31 days prior to cruise date: 75% of invoice
total.
30 to 0 days prior to cruise date: 100% of invoice
total.
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