Juneau: Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure
ID: GYG433355-780755
Category:
Country: Myanmar
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Paddle to the stunning Channel Islands on this guided tour from Juneau, where you’ll have the chance to encounter humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, porpoises, seals, and a variety of bird species.
Travel by van from Juneau to a motorboat and cruise along the Inside Passage to the richest humpback whale feeding ground in Alaska at the Channel Islands State Marine Park. Paddle through the park with with a kayaking guide using high-quality gear.
Meet your guide in Juneau or be picked up at your hotel in the Mendenhall Valley and board a climate-controlled van for the transfer to the 6-passenger motorboat. Embark on a thrilling journey in the Inside Passage to before arriving at the Channel Islands State Marine Park.
Land on a remote beach where your guide will introduce you to your kayaks and provide you with a basic kayaking tutorial which makes this tour suitable for beginners. Tuck into a hearty snack before taking off on your adventure.
Glide across the sea in double kayaks on a quest for a more intimate wildlife viewing opportunity, as snow-capped peaks and flowing glaciers dominate the distant Southeastern Alaskan landscape.
Search for humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, porpoises, an array of bird species, and seals. The Channel Islands are a fantastic habitat for spotting multitudes of marine life. Your kayak guide and boat captain will help you spot wildlife while sharing their local knowledge of the area.
Highlights
- Explore the waters of a humpback whale feeding ground in a tandem kayak
- Land on a remote island, have a snack, and launch your kayak adventure
- Have the chance to spy whales, orcas, sea lions, and porpoises in the wild
- Enjoy a guided experience that is suitable for all kayaking skill levels
- Discover the stunning beauty of the wild landscapes of Southern Alaska
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Whale or wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed
• Participants must be able to confidently paddle a tandem kayak for up to 2 hours
• Clients staying at major hotels in the Mendenhall Valley may be picked up directly from their hotel
This tour requires a minimum of 4 guests to operate
Look for your 'Above & Beyond Alaska' guide at the “C” sign, which is located near the cruise ship docks directly between Mt. Roberts Tramway and the green Taku Smokeries building.
Clients staying at major hotels in the Mendenhall Valley may be picked up directly from their hotel. Please contact the activity provider to confirm your pickup location.
INCLUDED
- Van transfer from downtown Juneau
- Water taxi
- Double kayak and paddle
- Dry bag and rain gear (hooded jacket, rubber boots and pants)
- Snack pack
- Water
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
