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Tour Highlights: |
- Rugged, natural beauty of island
- Bird watching paradise, over 2 million sea birds nest here annually
- World's largest fur seal rookeries
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Tour Includes:
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- Round trip scheduled flight from Anchorage to St. Paul Island,
- Local transfers
- Guided nature tours on St. Paul Island
- Accommodations at Airport Hotel (shared bath only)
- All taxes and fees.
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The St. Paul and Pribilof Islands are a great unique Alaska vacation destination. The islands are located approximately 500 miles west of the Alaska mainland in the North Pacific. They are famous for their natural beauty, large seal populations, and migrating birds. St. Paul Island (14 miles long) is home to the world's largest fur seal rookeries. Birders from around the world consider the Pribilof Islands a premier destination.
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ITINERARY
Day 1/Arrival: This morning transfer to
the Anchorage International Airport on own. Depart Anchorage at approx. 12:00H
for the St. Paul - Pribilof Islands; flight duration is about 4 hours. The
orientation and naturalist tours start immediately upon arrival. St. Paul is the
largest of the Aleut communities. The Alaska Native culture is prevalent
throughout the small town. Overnight at the Airport Hotel or similar.
Day 2 +: Today is spent visiting the rookeries and
learning about the tundra and volcanic terrain with local expert guides. Blinds
and viewing areas allow photographers access to seals and sea lions. This is
your best chance to spot the migrating birds that visit the islands. Prior to
dinner, Aleut dancers perform a traditional ceremonial dance. This evening, a
tour of the Russian Orthodox Church and guided nature tours are available for
those who wish to participate. Overnight at Airport Hotel or similar.
Day 3/Departure: This morning is free to explore. In
the afternoon, transfer is provided to the airport for your return flight to
Anchorage. Arrive back in Anchorage at approx. 20:00H. The tour concludes upon
arrival in Anchorage.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
- Flights: Flight times are subject to weather. We are not
responsible for costs incurred due to delays. Please plan at least one extra
day in Anchorage before continuing your Alaska vacation or returning back home
to account for weather delays.
- Accommodation: The Airport Hotel is simple and
comfortable (typical of many rural Alaskan hotels). The Airport Hotel is a
clean, well-appointed, inn-like hotel. Your tour is based upon shared
accommodations and transportation. Bathrooms and showers are “down the hall”
so please pack a robe. All rooms do have a sink. Almost all the rooms are on
the second and third floor and require climbing stairs, as does the cafeteria.
- Climate / Weather: St. Paul has a sub-arctic maritime
climate with temperatures between 40-50F. Bring good rain gear, warm layer
clothing, gloves or mittens, light hat or cap. Sturdy waterproof shoes or
boots recommended.
REFUND /
CANCELLATION POLICY
60 or more days prior to tour date:
10% of invoice total
59 to 0 days prior to tour date: 100% of invoice total.
Weather cancellation: For tours cancelled due to weather, a full refund
less a $35 administrative fee (subject to change) will be issued.
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