Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Icy Strait Shore Excursion: Whale Watching Adventure Tour. This premier tour offers more than just whale sightings - get ready to encounter bears, deer, coastal ducks, and geese as well. The tour begins with convenient transport picking you up just outside the Icy Strait Point gates. As you travel along Shaman Point to the charter boat, keep your eyes peeled for Alaskan wildlife such as Brown Bears, blacktail deer, puffins, swans, coastal ducks, geese, and bald eagles. Once aboard the cozy charter, prepare to be amazed by orcas, sea otters, sea lions, porpoises, seals, and of course, the magnificent humpback whales. With heated cabins and viewing decks, you'll stay warm and comfortable throughout the trip. After an exhilarating experience, you'll be transported back to Icy Strait Point, with plenty of time to explore downtown Hoonah or board your ship. Don't miss out on this thrilling whale watching adventure!
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3
hours
Suitable for
1-15
Participants
Private Tour, Small Group Tour
Guided Experience
Premier whale watching experience in Alaska
Opportunity to see a variety of Alaskan wildlife
Witness the spectacular feeding behaviors of humpback whales
Comfortable and speedy charter boat for optimal viewing
Convenient transportation to and from Icy Strait Point
Snacks
Bottled water and a light snack
Roundtrip transportation from icy strait point gates
Restrooms onboard boat
Bottled water and a light snack are included.
Food and drinks
Popular Hotels Closeby
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Introduction
Experience an unforgettable adventure on the Icy Strait Shore Excursion: Whale Watching Adventure Tour. Discover the breathtaking beauty of Alaska's wildlife as you embark on a journey to spot majestic humpback whales, along with other fascinating creatures such as brown bears, sea otters, sea lions, porpoises, and seals. This thrilling tour offers an opportunity to witness these incredible marine animals in their natural habitat, making it a must-do for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike.
What to expect?
During this 180-minute tour, you can expect a remarkable encounter with nature's giants - humpback whales. These awe-inspiring creatures can reach lengths of over 50 feet and weigh up to 50 tons. Witness their spectacular behaviors, from elegant dives and powerful blows to the graceful display of their flukes. The truly extraordinary sight of humpbacks practicing bubble-net feeding will leave you in awe. Alongside your whale watching experience, keep an eye out for other Alaskan wildlife, including bears, deer, puffins, swans, coastal ducks, geese, and bald eagles.
Who is this for?
This tour is designed for anyone seeking an unforgettable wildlife encounter in Alaska. Nature enthusiasts, photographers, families, and adventure seekers will all find joy in witnessing the wonders of humpback whales and other fascinating marine animals. The tour is suitable for all age groups, promoting inclusivity and accessibility to those who want to experience the beauty of nature firsthand.
Why book this?
Embarking on this whale watching adventure grants you a front-row seat to the natural wonders of the Alaskan wilderness. The carefully chosen charter boat ensures your comfort and safety throughout the journey. Offering heated cabins and viewing decks, it allows you to relish the beauty of these magnificent creatures while staying warm and dry. The thrill of spotting humpbacks, observing their feeding behaviors, and learning about their habitat creates an unforgettable experience that will leave a lasting impression.
Good to know
Alongside the main attraction of whale watching, this tour also grants you the chance to observe other Alaskan wildlife, showcasing the region's immense biodiversity. The nutrient-rich waters of Glacier Bay attract a wide range of species, creating a unique and enriching experience for all visitors. After the tour, you will have ample time to embark on further adventures or explore downtown Hoonah, ensuring that your time in Alaska is filled with remarkable memories.
Reviews
Individuals who have taken this tour express their awe and delight at witnessing the majestic humpback whales and diverse wildlife. They rave about the knowledgeable guides, comfortable charter boat, and the thrill of observing the whales' behaviors up close. Visitors highlight the tour's ability to provide a deeper understanding and appreciation for these incredible creatures and their natural habitat. Overall, the reviews reflect a high level of satisfaction, revealing that this tour is truly an experience of a lifetime.
How long before the event do I need to book?
You can book at any time before the event
Vouchers accepted in the following formats
Mobile
Is an adult required for the booking?
At least one adult or senior required per booking
Your Itinerary
Alaska
(Pass by)
Our Whale watching adventure starts with your transport picking you up just outside the Icy Strait Point gates. We travel along Shaman Point to our charter boat. During the drive it is not uncommon to see some of the local Alaskan wildlife from Brown Bears, blacktail deer, puffins, swans, coastal ducks, geese and bald eagles.
Once onboard our small charter the water offers other delights from orca, sea otters, sea lions, porpoises, and seals in addition to the feeding humpbacks.Â
Hoonah
The nutrient rich waters of Glacier Bay attract humpback whales to Hoonah/Icy Strait in large numbers to feed on the nutrient rich waters. They arrive every summer starting in May and head back south again in September for the winter.
Humpback whales are large baleen whales that can reach over 50 feet in length and weigh as much as 30-50 tons. Humpbacks are amazingly active and typical whale sightings will include diving, blows, and flukes (tails).
Observing humpbacks practice bubble-net feeding is a real treat and a truly thrilling experience.Â
The charter boat is built for speed and comfort, and perfectly suited for travel along Alaska's waterways. Guests will stay warm and dry with viewing decks and heated cabins as they experience the wonder and beauty of our whale watching trip. We will return to the docks and transport you back to Icy Strait Point with plenty of time to board your ship or explore downtown Hoonah.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Reviews
(7)
4.8(7)
lisam685
We booked the "Whale Watching and Seafood Feast" excursion through NCL and it was wonderful! We boarded an enclosed boat that seats about 55 and headed out to see the whales. We weren't disappointed! There were SO many, it was impossible to count, but we saw them do all the things that make for a great whale-watching experience. It was impossible (at least for me) to take pictures because the sea was not calm and when whales breach, it makes a big wake. I didn't mind, because any attempts to take pictures meant missing some of the action. We also had a "seafood feast" back in Hoonah that was delicious! Remember to dress for the weather!
James_W
Nice boat, we were able to stay inside and the windows lifted up. Saw 6-8 whales, a huge group of sea otters and at least 6 sea lions.
glenns935
I think the average whale watching tour would have been a good value and worth your time. We were lucky enough to get a much above average tour that we will never forget. The boat was new, spacious, and comfortable. Sea sickness on the 20-30 minute boat ride to where the whales were was never an issue even for my sensitive wife. I was not thrilled with the 7 am start time but was told that is unusual for this tour. Our guide Ashley (nick name bubbles tells how great she was) said they always see at least one or two whales per trip. We saw probably 15 at once! Quite a bit of the time there was 4-6 whales together 25 feet off the bow. After an hour of this amazement we finally went to see some sea lions on the navigation bouy who of course were super cute. We ended our trip with a surprise sighting of some Orcas! This tour will probably be the highlight of our vacation and a top memory of all vacations.
illinoissammie
Both the captain and the guide were wonderful! Captain knew where to find the whales and the guide was both knowledgeable and entertaining as she pointed out these magnificent whales. Best excursion ever!
David_V
The tour was good. We were able to see several whales however it was from quite a distance. Sea lions and sea otters we were able to see from much closer. The boat was good and the crew knowledge of the wildlife and local area.
Parrothead1970
Don’t miss this. Had a phenomenal time and great whale watching. Closest we have ever been to those magnificent humpbacks. Traveling with SilverSea in the SilverMuse and loved the excursion. Hope you get to experience it too.
JOSE_A
Un tour muy intimo, pudimos observar ballenas, osos, focas y todo tipo de animmales, el conductor muy paciente y muy exclusivo ya que solo vamos 6 pasajeros
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2024-06-14 13:20
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