Ocean Raft Adventure
This is not your everyday wildlife cruise. Filled with thrill-seeking adventure, rigid hull inflatable vessels are a unique way to view wildlife in their natural surroundings. Get down to sea level and experience Alaska’s unbridled coastline in an open-air, high speed boat. Your Alaska-sized adventure begins right from the Icy Strait Point dock and takes you through the waters of Port Frederick and Icy Strait. With no set course in mind, your Captain will select a route that works best with the day’s weather and opportunities for wildlife viewing. The area’s nutrient-dense waters make it a prime location to spot humpback whales, Orcas, seals, sea otters, and sea lions. Make sure to bring your camera as your Captain will expertly position the vessel for up-close views of waterfalls, tidal flats, and point out wildlife that may be spotted along the coastline. Experience the solitude of Alaska’s unspoiled wilderness when the Captain stops the vessel and allows you to absorb the natural surroundings. Learn about the local history, the reasons why the waterways are important to the Tlingit people and the ocean’s continued benefit to their subsistence lifestyle. Prior to heading out on this 1.5-hour adventure, you will be provided with a safety briefing and be outfitted.
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Duration:
Approximately 2 hours
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Minimum Age:
10 years old
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Restrictions:
Guests must not weigh more than 250 pounds.
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Notes:
Guests must be able to walk without assistance. This tour is not recommended for guests with back/neck injuries or expectant mothers. Guests should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when considering this tour.
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Provided:
Exposure suit, goggles, gloves, neck gaiter and hat, pending weather conditions.
Wilderness Hike
Hike through the Alaskan wilderness and along the hillsides of Chichagof Island.
Drive through the village of Hoonah, the largest Tlingit village in the world, on your way out to the Spasski River Valley. Continue through the Tongass National Forest up one of the old logging roads to the trail head.
Once there, you will hike approximately two miles through private Native-owned lands, up an abandoned logging trail, to the secluded locally known viewing area. As you come to the top of the mountain, feel the serenity and see the breathtaking 360 degree views of Chichagof Island and its surrounding waterways and islands with nothing but nature all around you. Your hike guide will share knowledge of the flora and fauna that inhabit the area, along with history of the land and its rich diverse culture.
The opportunity to see brown bears, Sitka black tailed deer, eagles, and even humpback whales abound. With very little time spent in the forest area, this our provides spectacular views of the area with ample opportunities for photography.
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Duration:
Approximately 2.5 hours
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Minimum age:
8 years old
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Notes:
No mobility devices permitted on trail, guests must be able to walk trail without assistance. Wear sturdy footwear and dress warmly in layers. This tour operates in all weather conditions.
Icy Strait Point Kayak Adventure
The protected waters of Port Frederick are yours to explore as you set off from the beach at Icy Strait Point in your two-person wilderness sea kayak. Led by your safety-certified, local guide, you will paddle along the Hoonah waterfront en route to quieter waters where bald eagles are often seen and humans are seldom seen.
Keep your eyes open and your spirit of adventure high throughout this 2-1/2 hour tour as humpback whales have been known to feed along the very same route you’ll be paddling.
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Duration:
2.5 hours
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Minimum age:
8 years old
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Restrictions
Minimum Height: 4’10”
Maximum Height: 6’6″Must weigh between 50 lbs. and 250 lbs.
