Alaska Wildlife Explorer

Itinerary

• Day01

  Arrive in Gustavus

  Arrive in Gustavus and take in its frontier spirit and small-town charm. In the evening, join a pre-trip meeting with an MT Sobek guide, and a welcome dinner to review the adventure's itinerary.

  • Accommodation: Glacier Bay Lodge
  • Meals: Dinner
• Day02

  Discover Glacier Bay by Catamaran

  After an early breakfast, board a high-speed catamaran boat with a park ranger, who explains the geological wonders of the area. On this all-day tour, head to the farthest reaches of the dazzling Glacier Bay National Park, making stops for wildlife viewing along the way. Enjoy a hearty lunch aboard the catamaran, paired with magnificent Alaskan backdrops. Return to the lodge for a sumptuous dinner and an evening of relaxation.

  • Accommodation: Glacier Bay Lodge
  • Transportation: 8-hour catamaran boat ride
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Day03

  Venture to Point Adolphus by Boat

  Today, set out by boat to see the humpback whales at Point Adolphus, the best place in the North Pacific to observe this majestic endangered mammal. The protected north shore of Chichagof Island is a paradise for marine mammals and bald eagles, with special conditions in the ocean currents making it one of Alaska's hottest wildlife zones. Traveling by boat offers the flexibility to find where the wildlife is congregating and to observe them from the deck of a vessel. Once we return to the town of Gustavus, we will hop a charter flight to Wrangell, Alaska, a classic quaint town nestled in the mountains alongside the ocean.

  • Accommodation: Stikine Inn
  • Activity: 4-hour boat ride
  • Transportation: 2-hour chartered flight
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Day04

  Explore Wrangell & Visit Anan Bear Observatory

  In addition to its rich Native American heritage, Wrangell has another drawcard - it's located close to Anan Bear Observatory, one of the world's best places to view bears, and the main reason to visit this remote Alaskan town. An enormous run of humpback salmon draws these omnivores from many miles away to feed at this spot. Enjoy the rare opportunity to take in both brown bears (a.k.a. grizzlies) and black bears in the same sweep of the eye. Head back to the inn to recharge before another action-packed day ahead.

  • Accommodation: Stikine Inn
  • Activity: 5 hours wildlife viewing
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Day05

  Fly to Juneau & Trek the Tongass National Forest

  Today fly to Juneau, which boasts one of the most extensive network of hiking trails in all of Alaska. Hike the trails of the country's largest national forest, the Tongass. From charming downtown Juneau, hop aboard a tram operated by a Native American corporation and ride into the mountains. On the way up, experience the power and beauty of the temperate rainforest. Start the walk at the border of the trees and the alpine and soon enter fields of wildflowers, above the fjords, and close to the mountaintops.

  • Accommodation: Four Points by Sheraton
  • Activity: 2 hours/2.5 miles hiking
  • Transportation: 2.5-hour flight
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Day06

  Hike Mendenhall Glacier via Helicopter

  Today embark on a helicopter adventure to Mendenhall Glacier, for an unforgettable experience hiking through the ever-changing glacial icescape. On this trek, there is an early emphasis on learning the proper use of the mountaineering gear and understanding the glacier features and hazards, in order to access the more remote areas of the glacier during the trek. Enjoy a farewell dinner and spend one last night in Alaska's capital city.

  • Accommodation: Four Points by Sheraton
  • Activity: 2 hours/2 miles glacier walking
  • Transportation: 2-hour helicopter touring
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Day07

  Bid Farewell to Alaska

  Today, depart from Juneau at any time.

  • Meals: Breakfast