Arctic
Alaska
Arctic
Arctic
A dynamic 8-day cruise from Sitka to Juneau, featuring hikes, kayaking, and exploration of Glacier Bay. Experience Alaska’s remote wilderness and its stunning glaciers.
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Starts: Sitka, United States
Ends: Juneau, United States
Language: English speaking voyage
This is a dynamic itinerary with a flexible schedule depending on navigating conditions and permit allocations.
All rates are per person based on double occupancy. Single Supplement 150% of double occupancy rate. Children 15 & under are 15% off. 3rd & 4th guests are 15% off, applicable when 2 adults or 1 adult & 1 child is booked in room. Port fees & taxes are in addition to your cruise fare and are subject to change up until a booking is paid in full.
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Kayaking More info about this activity
The experience of sea kayaking in the humbling wilderness of Antarctica or the Arctic is guaranteed to stir your soul.
Sea kayaking is one of the highlights for any Polar Traveller, providing ice and weather conditions are assessed as safe by your Expedition Team.
This activity requires previous kayaking experience.
Communities More info about this activity
The experience is not only about nature, but about the people who live in the places we visit.
We are always welcomed by the locals and respectfully wander around their towns and villages, shareing their lifestyle for a few moments.
Cultural shows and folcloric dances and arts are part of the hightlights of this encounters.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Embark on the Last Frontier Adventure, an 8-day journey that takes you on a dynamic itinerary between Sitka and Juneau, with the majority of your time spent in remote locations and Glacier Bay National Park. This trip features daily adventures like hiking rainforest trails and kayaking in a glacial fjord, allowing you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Alaska. You will also explore Baranof Island’s "Waterfall Coast" and witness the abundant wildlife of the area, including famous humpback whales, bears, and other marine life.
Your journey includes a visit to the Alaska Native village of Kake to experience the Tlingit culture and its remarkable 132-foot totem pole. The itinerary is unscripted, with your captain and crew always on the lookout for wildlife and opportunities for spontaneous adventures in protected waters. This dynamic trip offers a true sense of discovery and provides a close look into the rugged and untamed beauty of the Last Frontier.
Highlights:
Disfrute de caminatas diarias por senderos de bosques lluviosos y explore la "Costa de las Cascadas".
Tenga la oportunidad de hacer kayak en un fiordo glaciar y en calas remotas.
Explore la Bahía de los Glaciares, un hábitat prístino para una amplia variedad de vida silvestre.
Viva una experiencia cultural en el pueblo nativo Tlingit de Kake.
Observe la fauna icónica de Alaska, como ballenas jorobadas, osos y lobos.
Day 1: Sitka
Embarkation and wildlife scouting
Welcome to Sitka, considered one of the most picturesque communities in Alaska. Embark on the vessel and sail north of town, searching for bald eagles, sea otters, bears, whales, and other wildlife.
Day 2: Rainforest Hike & Baranof Island's Waterfall Coast
Exploring the Inside Passage wilderness
Spend the day exploring remote wilderness. Hike a rainforest trail with your knowledgeable guide, who will provide commentary on indigenous plants and wildlife. Afterwards, explore Baranof Island’s "Waterfall Coast" and enjoy an opportunity to kayak in a protected bay.
Day 3: Frederick Sound
Scouting for marine mammals
Scout for humpback whales and other marine mammals in Frederick Sound. Your team will also look for opportunities for in-depth exploration in protected waters like Security Bay or The Brothers islands.
Day 4: Kake
Tlingit culture and wilderness exploration
Visit the Alaska Native village of Kake to see its remarkable totem pole and experience the Tlingit culture. Later, take in the sights of Keku Strait and enjoy opportunities for kayaking, expedition vessel adventures, or beachcombing in picturesque locations like Hamilton Bay.
Day 5: Tracy or Endicott Arm
Journey through a glacial wilderness
Journey through Tracy or Endicott Arm in the Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness. This place, called "a wild, unfinished Yosemite" by John Muir, is known for its glaciers, pristine waterfalls, towering icebergs, and abundant harbor seals.
Day 6: Wilderness Exploration
An unscripted day of discovery
Enjoy a day of unscripted exploration. Your captain and crew will be on the lookout for wildlife, including famous humpback whales and bears along the coast. There may also be opportunities for expedition vessel adventures and kayaking.
Day 7: Glacier Bay National Park
A remarkable national park fjord
Spend the day in Glacier Bay National Park. This 65-mile fjord contains tidewater glaciers and provides a pristine habitat for wildlife like brown and black bears, wolves, mountain goats, and Steller sea lions. The highlight is the Margerie or John Hopkins Glacier, known for dramatic calving displays.
Day 8: Juneau
Disembarkation
Disembark in Juneau, the capital city of Alaska. Transportation to your hotel or the airport is complimentary.
Day 1: Sitka
Embarkation and wildlife scouting
Welcome to Sitka, considered one of the most picturesque communities in Alaska. Embark on the vessel and sail north of town, searching for bald eagles, sea otters, bears, whales, and other wildlife.
Day 2: Rainforest Hike & Baranof Island's Waterfall Coast
Exploring the Inside Passage wilderness
Spend the day exploring remote wilderness. Hike a rainforest trail with your knowledgeable guide, who will provide commentary on indigenous plants and wildlife. Afterwards, explore Baranof Island’s "Waterfall Coast" and enjoy an opportunity to kayak in a protected bay.
Day 3: Frederick Sound
Scouting for marine mammals
Scout for humpback whales and other marine mammals in Frederick Sound. Your team will also look for opportunities for in-depth exploration in protected waters like Security Bay or The Brothers islands.
Day 4: Kake
Tlingit culture and wilderness exploration
Visit the Alaska Native village of Kake to see its remarkable totem pole and experience the Tlingit culture. Later, take in the sights of Keku Strait and enjoy opportunities for kayaking, expedition vessel adventures, or beachcombing in picturesque locations like Hamilton Bay.
Day 5: Tracy or Endicott Arm
Journey through a glacial wilderness
Journey through Tracy or Endicott Arm in the Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness. This place, called "a wild, unfinished Yosemite" by John Muir, is known for its glaciers, pristine waterfalls, towering icebergs, and abundant harbor seals.
Day 6: Wilderness Exploration
An unscripted day of discovery
Enjoy a day of unscripted exploration. Your captain and crew will be on the lookout for wildlife, including famous humpback whales and bears along the coast. There may also be opportunities for expedition vessel adventures and kayaking.
Day 7: Glacier Bay National Park
A remarkable national park fjord
Spend the day in Glacier Bay National Park. This 65-mile fjord contains tidewater glaciers and provides a pristine habitat for wildlife like brown and black bears, wolves, mountain goats, and Steller sea lions. The highlight is the Margerie or John Hopkins Glacier, known for dramatic calving displays.
Day 8: Juneau
Disembarkation
Disembark in Juneau, the capital city of Alaska. Transportation to your hotel or the airport is complimentary.
INCLUSIONS
Selected passenger cabin facilities
All meals aboard the vessel or where otherwise indicated
Selected shore excursions as indicated in itinerary
Ground transportation to and from the vessel’s location at time of embarkation and disembarkation
Ground transportation from the local airport to selected hotels at the vessel’s location the day before or the day of vessel embarkation
Ground transportation from selected hotels at the vessel’s location to the local airport the day of or the day after vessel disembarkation
Use of recreational equipment as indicated in itinerary
All standard onboard services
EXCLUSIONS
Airfare to and from your home city
Beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages
Gratuities to crew
FareHarbor and other travel agent charges
Travel insurance
Taxes and port fees
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Two twin beds, picture window and wardrobe. Approximately 93 square feet.
Two twin beds (301 & 302 double only), picture window and wardrobe. Approximately 95 square feet.
4 staterooms on the Upper Deck: Lazaria, Yakobi, Lisianski and Chichagof. One queen bed (Lisianski) or two single beds, large picture window and wardrobe. Approximately 122 square feet. Select cabins can accommodate a third or fourth guest.
6 staterooms on Bridge Deck: Kootznahoo, Tenakee, Chilkoot, Katlian, Lituya and Taku. One queen bed (Katlian is queen only) or two single beds, large picture window and wardrobe. Approximately 134 square feet. Select cabins can accommodate a third or fourth guest.
Located on the Upper Deck, the Owner’s Suite features a queen bed, forward views from large picture windows, comfortable sitting area and wardrobe. Approximately 135 square feet.
Two twin beds, porthole windows, spacious wardrobe, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 105 sq. ft.
Two twin beds, picture windows (301 & 302 have one window), spacious wardrobe, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 109 sq. ft.
One queen bed or two twin beds, a large picture window, spacious wardrobe, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 109 sq. ft.
One queen bed or two twin beds, a large picture window, spacious wardrobe, private bathroom with shower.
Approx. 155 sq. ft.
Two-room suite, each with option of queen bed, two twin beds or bunk beds. Large picture windows, wardrobe, two private bathrooms with showers.
Approx. 218 sq. ft.
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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