Naturalists' Whale Country

Juneau to Petersburg

Highlights

• Expedition Leaders educated in natural and cultural history
• Exploration of “hidden gems” of Southeast Alaska (it’s a secret!)
• Special visit to Tenakee Hot Springs
• Included private city tour at port of embarkation
• Quiet nights at anchor in spectacular fjords and coves
• From-the-yacht wilderness kayaking and small-boat excursions
• Extended time for whale watching and wildlife viewing
• Beachcombing and guided hikes in the rain forest
• Superb cuisine
• Sauna and top-deck hot tub

Itinerary:

DAY 1 - Sail from Juneau
Transfer to your yacht after an included city and glacier tour. Your crew greets you with champagne and smiles, and we’ll cruise to a secluded
wilderness anchorage this evening.

DAY 2 - Tenakee Springs
We’ll search for the telltale blow of the humpback whale as we cruise
today, and later, all the charm of Alaska will greet us as we pull into tiny Tenakee Springs. We’ll take some time to hike through the forest and visit this “town with no road” before moving on. This evening we’ll anchor in a remote bay and drop the kayaks for a paddle before calling it a day.

DAYS 3-5 - Alaskan Gems
Experience the heart of Alaska’s Inside Passage during the next three days. We’ll kayak under sea-carved arches back in the hidden inlets and wander through misty coves where colorful sea life clings to the intertidal rocks. We’ll explore the temperate rain forest where bears make their homes. We’ll spend our days cruising the waters where humpback whales, Steller’s sea lions, orcas and porpoise feed and frolic. We’ll visit striking fjords, enjoy guided nature hikes and soak in natural hot springs. Our anchorages will be a guaranteed reason to pull out your camera one more time.

DAYS 6-7 - Glacier Country
Step ashore for invigorating guided hikes along remote trails in aptly named Scenic and Ideal coves or perhaps stroll the secluded beaches. The choice is yours. We’ll also cruise slowly in an ice-filled bay where we’ll see a fjord still being formed by an active glacier. This evening, to celebrate our amazing journey in the Inside Passage, we’ll come together for a festive Farewell Dinner and slide show of the journey.

DAY 8 - Petersburg
After breakfast we’ll arrive in Petersburg. We’ll bid you a fond farewell and transfer you to the airport for connections home.

What's Included:

• Meet/greet services and transfers
• Exclusive shore excursions
• All meals aboard the yachts
• Premium wine, beer and liquor
• Kayaking and small-boat exploration
• Onboard professional naturalist or escort
• All taxes, port charges and fees

What's Not Included:

• Airfare to and from your home city
• Super-premium wine, beer and liquor
• Discretionary gratuities to vessel’s crew, typically 5-10% of fare
• Travel insurance

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