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north america: alaska

z Ultimate Expedition

Our most popular active adventure provides diversity not encountered on any other Alaska trip. In addition to watching wildlife amid scenic vistas, we will enjoy sea kayaking; camp in some of the most beautiful places on earth, hike in pristine wilderness, and learn the fascinating natural history of coastal Alaska. Each camping segment is interspersed with a night at a wonderful inn or hotel. Kayak at Point Adolphus where Humpback whales, sea lions, and seals abound; paddle and hike along the pristine fjords of Glacier Bay; wander through the lush Tongass National Forest; watch for Bald eagles and Grizzly bears feasting on spawning salmon at Pack Creek Brown Bear sanctuary. Take floatplanes and charter boats between trip locations and witness fantastic views of the Inside Passage. Two guides will accompany only ten guests on this truly ultimate adventure.

Day 1 - Arrive Juneau

Arrive in Juneau and transfer on your own to the designated hotel meeting place (TBA). We’ll gather in the lobby of the hotel by 6:00 p.m. for a trip briefing—a must-attend event! You will meet your guides and other guests, have an orientation to the trip area, learn about bear-country camping techniques, and receive rain gear and rubber boots. Dinner and lodging are included this evening.

Accommodations: Goldbelt Hotel
Included Meals: dinner

Day 2 - Pack Creek Bear Watching

We board floatplanes early in the morning for our short but scenic flight to Admiralty Island National Monument, a lush rainforest wilderness with the largest density of brown bears in the world. The famous virgin old-growth forests of are part of the Tongass National Forest, one of the largest protected temperate rainforests in the world. We’ll launch kayaks and have a one-mile paddle to Pack Creek, one of the prime bear viewing areas in Alaska. Here we hope to see bald eagles and brown bears congregating at the creek. Following a return paddle, we fly back to Juneau by floatplane in the late afternoon and connect with a flight to the charming community of Gustavus, the gateway to Glacier Bay National Park. Overnight in a cozy Gustavus bed-and-breakfast.

Accommodations: Alaska Discovery Inn
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Days 3-4 - Glacier Bay National Park Sea Kayaking

We meet for breakfast and then board our charter boat for a spectacular scenic cruise into Glacier Bay, a journey through geologic time. Then, switching to sea kayaks, we set off on our two-day paddling 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, which include tremendous glaciers, fascinating land forms, icebergs, flowers, seals, birds, and (if the skies are clear) the magnificent mountains that rise above us. We camp both nights.

Accommodations: Glacier Bay Camping
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5 - Glacier Bay - Gustavus

After breakfast and breaking camp, we’ll kayak along the shore to meet our charter boat for our trip back to Gustavus. In the late afternoon we can explore the town, then dine at one of our favorite local restaurants before settling in for a great night’s sleep.

Accommodations: Alaska Discovery Inn
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6 - Point Adolphus

After an early breakfast, a charter boat in Gustavus will be waiting to carry us across Icy Strait to the whale-feeding grounds of Point Adolphus. Here we’ll set up camp, and then paddle our way leisurely along the shore, taking time to watch for humpback whales and other marine mammals in the area. We can enjoy the spectacular scenery as we prepare and eat our evening meal at the water’s edge, and are lulled to sleep by the gentle sounds of whales breathing as they pass by.

Accommodations: Point Adolphus Camping
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7 - Point Adolphus

We anticipate humpback whale displays and chances for viewing sea lions, otters, and seals as we kayak along the shore of Chichagof Island. We’ll picnic on the beach and return to camp after a full day of exploring.

Accommodations: Point Adolphus Camping
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8 - Return to Gustavus

We return to Gustavus by boat and head back to the B&B. We’ll have a final farewell dinner together, then, after dinner, you can go for a stroll or bike ride, play golf, or just relax.

Accommodations: Alaska Discovery Inn
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 9 - Depart or Begin Trip Extension

After breakfast, we will go for a hike in Gustavus. At noon, we board an air taxi to Juneau. The flight from Gustavus to Juneau is about a half hour, and lands at Juneau’s main airport where you can connect with your homeward-bound flight. (You can schedule your flight out of Juneau for anytime after 3:00 p.m.) We can drop you at your lodging if you are spending the night in Juneau before flying home.

Accommodations: n/a
Included Meals: breakfast



Notes on Itinerary: We may occasionally alter itineraries and order of camping locations for safety, or to take advantage of weather, wildlife, and unplanned discoveries. Our ability to be spontaneous makes our style of travel unique.

Land Cost Includes: Arrival hotel transfer, roundtrip flights from Juneau to Pack Creek, charter boat to Point Adolphus, accommodations which are a mixture of hotels, lodges and camping, transportation to and exploration of Glacier Bay National Park, return flight from Gustavus to Juneau, entrance fees, leadership, crew, meals as outlined in itinerary, local guides, and permits.

Not Included: Airfare to Alaska; airport taxes, excess baggage charges; sleeping bag rental fee, any additional hotel nights in Juneau; local taxes, items of a personal nature such as alcoholic beverages, and insurance of any kind.

Arrival/Departure: This trip begins and ends in Juneau, Alaska. Plan to arrive at the airport (JNU) on Day 1 no later than 4:00pm. Please do not schedule your return flights until after 3:00pm on Day 9.

Payment and Cancellation Policy: A special cancellation policy applies to this trip which is more strict than AdventureSmith Explorations policy. An initial deposit of $400 per traveler is required at the time of booking. A second deposit of $800 per traveler is required 120 days prior to departure. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Trips cancelled between 89-60 days prior to departure will forfeit 100% of the trip deposit. Trips cancelled 59-46 days prior to departure forfeit 50% of the total trip cost. Trips cancelled 45 days or fewer prior to departure forfeit 100% of the trip cost. Please see AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions.

Accommodations Aboard: Your accommodations will be a mixture of wilderness lodges and first-class camping.

Qualifications: These trips will be enjoyed by anyone with a love for nature and the outdoors. Kayaking activities will satisfy novice and experienced paddlers alike.

General Information: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A packing list, extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation. We highly recommend our travelers protect their investment with

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