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Easy

Many activities are optional and involve fairly easy travel. Trips may include short hikes of two to three hours or optional walks at low elevations. Includes less demanding sea kayaking and river rafting trips with Class I-II rapids.

Moderate

More active trips involving hiking over moderate terrain, usually - but not always - with vehicle support and at elevations less than 10,000 feet, or trips with long hiking days, multiple sea kayaking days, wilderness camping, or other invigorating activity. On many trips, you can elect to skip a day's activity, depending on logistics. Includes more demanding sea kayaking trips and river rafting trips with Class III rapids.

Strenuous

Hiking and trekking over steeper or more rugged terrain or where elevations may exceed 10,000 feet - often several days in a row. Includes more demanding sea kayaking trips (4-5 hours paddling a day) and river rafting trips with Class IV-V rapids.

Ultimate Challenge!

Our most demanding trips: trekking over steep, rugged terrain at high elevations (no vehicle support) or with substantial altitude gains and losses; trips to remote, extreme wilderness; mountaineering trips. Includes our most demanding sea kayaking (5-7 hours paddling a day) and river rafting trips with Class IV-V rapids.

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The "Triple Crown" of Alaskan Adventures - Kayaking, Bears and Glacier National Park

If you only have one shot at visiting Alaska, this is the trip for you! It’s the “triple crown” of sea kayaking, with the most diverse and rewarding experiences in Alaska you’ll ever find. On Admiralty Island, which boasts the highest concentration of brown bears in the world, you’ll watch bears fish for salmon at the Stan Price/Pack Creek Brown Bear Sanctuary, one of the few areas in the world where you can view bears in the wild this close.

You’ll also paddle sea kayaks at Point Adolphus in the Inside Passage, a famous feeding ground attracting countless marine mammals (humpback whales, sea lions, and seals among others), then head to Glacier Bay National Park for an overnight kayaking expedition amidst a panorama of sprawling tidewater glaciers, icebergs, and stunning mountain peaks. Our comprehensive adventure alternates hotel and inn accommodations with wilderness camping for a real taste of Alaska’s legendary wilds.

Activities

8 days easy to moderate sea kayaking and hiking

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

  • See whales, bears, glaciers, and icebergs up close—all on one trip!
  • Paddle to the world-famous Pack Creek Brown Bear Sanctuary for an exciting day of observing bears in the wild
  • Overnight kayaking and camping expedition in Glacier Bay
  • Kayak at Point Adolphus, Alaska’s most active humpback whale feeding area

2010 Prices
$2,995 + local tax (3-10 members)
$335 internal airfare
$750 single supplement

Duration: 8 days Start Location: Juneau End Location: Juneau Best time to go: July - August

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Itinerary
  • Day 1 : Stan Price Brown Bear Reserve at Pack Creek

    Meet in Juneau, Alaska, and board floatplanes for a fabulous flight over Admiralty Island National Monument to Windfall Island. Launch kayaks and paddle to the Pack Creek Brown Bear Sanctuary for an exciting day of watching brown bears. Return to Juneau and fly to Gustavus.

  • Days 2 - 3 : Glacier Bay Kayaking Expedition

    Board a boat for a spectacular scenic cruise into Glacier Bay, followed by a kayaking expedition. Our pace is leisurely as we paddle and hike along the scenic shores of the bay, with ample time to appreciate and photograph the fantastic surroundings.

  • Day 4 : Glacier Bay – Gustavus

    Kayak along the shore to meet our charter boat back to Gustavus, where we'll explore the town and eat at a local restaurant.

  • Day 5 : Point Adolphus

    Take a charter boat from Gustavus across Icy Strait to the whale-feeding grounds of Point Adolphus, and camp at the water's edge.

  • Day 6 : Point Adolphus

    Look for humpback whales, sea lions, otters, and seals as we kayak along the shore of Chicagof Island.

  • Day 7 : Gustavus

    Return to Gustavus by boat and enjoy a farewell dinner, followed by a stroll or bike ride outside in the "day" light.

  • Day 8 : Depart

    Morning hike, fly home via Juneau

Properties shown are representative of the accommodations we use on this trip, may not be inclusive of all accommodations we use, and are subject to change.

Expert leadership is the key to an exciting, unforgettable experience. Our trips feature gifted leaders for whom leading trips is a true vocation. Besides showing you wonders you’d never find on your own, they make sure everything runs smoothly and safely without a hitch. They are knowledgeable about all aspects of your trip, and take great pleasure in sharing their insights with you. More than just guides, they positively elevate your experience by being teachers, companions, and the best of friends. You’ll be in good hands with them every step of the way.

  • Shelli Ogilvy

    Shelli Ogilvy, Alaska Discovery Kayak Guide: Shelli was born and raised in Alaska. She grew up in Gustavus with Glacier Bay as her backyard. She has been guiding for Alaska Discovery as a wilderness leader since 1997. She has a deep love for this place and ecosystem, finding peace and joy through sharing the experience of the wilderness. When not guiding, Shelli tries to find time to paint and work on her cabin. She currently spends her winters in New Mexico skiing and eating green chilies.

  • Tom Schwartz

    Tom Schwartz started guiding canoe, skiing and sea kayak trips in Southeast Alaska in 1997 with a non-profit organization for youth in Juneau. He joined the Alaska Discovery team in 2003 guiding trips to Berner's Bay, Pack Creek and Glacier Bay. His experience as a fine dining chef has inspired him to create excellent food in amazing places. Keep an eye out for a wilderness cookbook!

  • Keith Thompson

    Keith Thompson, Alaska Discovery Kayak Guide: Originally from Pennsylvania, Keith left a job in medical research to pursue his love for travel and the outdoors. He's been involved in a rock and ice climbing business, worked as a bike guide, and traveled extensively throughout North and Central America, and Southeast Asia. In 1999, his travels led him to Alaska where he fell in love with his surroundings. Keith writes, "I found the pristine Alaskan wilderness an inspiration and guiding a way of sharing and learning about this special place." (Bonus: Keith is also a massage therapist.)

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