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Alaska By Sail
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Alaska whales, tidewater glaciers, and ancient rainforests.
Pricing From: $5,870 USD per person
Duration: 12 days
Operator: Maple Leaf Adventures
Alaska whales, glaciers, rainforests, and more! On a Maple Leaf Adventures sailing cruise, your exploration of this state's impressive wilderness differs from typical cruise ships.
You will be part of an intimate group of just eight people to experience the grandeur of Alaska by becoming a part of it. The cruise will explore remote islands and witness the silence of ancient temperate rainforests.
Observe humpback whales, grizzly bears, and seabirds including tufted puffins up close, in the company of the ship’s expert naturalist.
ITINERARY
Alaska by Sail Notes:
Note that this itinerary will vary depending on the guests interests, the weather, and the wildlife that is around. This sample itinerary will give you an idea of the typical Alaska by Sail trip.
Day 1 - Prince Rupert
Prince Rupert, B.C., to wilderness anchorage, wildlife viewing, shore excursion with introduction to coastal temperate rainforest.
Day 2 - Ketchikan
Motor-sailing across Dixon Entrance. Look for whales, bears, and other animals. Explore Ketchikan.
Day 3 - Tongass National Forest
Visit the Tongass National Forest, the largest national forest in the US. In the evening, enjoy kayaking by moonlight.
Day 4 - Wrangell Narrows
Pass through the 22 mile long Wrangell Narrows Channel.
Day 5 - Fjords
Anchor at the entrance to a fjord with view of ice bergs and look for whales and sea lions.
Day 6 - Tidewater Glaciers
Cruise a spectacular fjord to view a tidewater glacier, explore of ice bergs, and view wildlife.
Day 7 - Prince Frederick Sound
Prince Frederick Sound is a great spot for whale watching, viewing bears, and exploring estuary meadows.
Day 8 - Baranof Hot Springs
At Baranof Island, visit hot springs, take a nature hike, and cruise the "waterfall coast".
Day 9 - Bear Viewing
Cruise to the west coast, looking for bears and taking forest and beach hikes.
Day 10 - West Coast Wilderness
Explore the west coast wilderness. Visit a seabird island, explore the intertidal life, look for sea otters, and relax at remote hot springs.
Day 11 - Sitka Tour
Take a guided tour of Sitka to learn about this unique town's long history, including Tlingit and the Russian historical town. Stay at a Sitka hotel and enjoy a special last night's meal.
Day 12 - Free time in Sitka
On your last day, spend some free time in Sitka and take the bus to the airport.
Prices & Dates
Dates: July 7-17 & 19-29
Duration: 12 days
Difficulty: Moderate
Pricing From: $5,870 USD per person
Price Notes: Pricing starts at $5,875 Canadian and the price in US dollars varies with the exchange rate
Included: All shore excursions, meals, accommodation and use of gear on board.
Conservation
Benefitting Organization:
Alaska Wildlife Alliance - The only Alaska-based organization solely dedicated to the protection of the state's wildlife. Their mission is to protect Alaska's natural wildlife for its intrinsic value as well as for the benefit of present and future generations.
By booking this trip through SEEtheWILD, we will make a donation of $340 to AWA for their bear conservation efforts.
Featured Animals: Humpback, Seabirds, Grizzly
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