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Glacier Bay Kayaking& Wildlife Adventure
8 Days
Glacier Bay Kayaking &Wildlife Adventure
Immerse yourself in the raw beauty of southeast Alaska from your adventure base in
a cozy, family-run lodge in the rustic beach town of Gustavus. Venture out for multi-
day kayaking expeditions across Glacier Bay National Park, the densest convergence
of tidewater glaciers in Alaska. Come face-to-face with sea lions and seals, and watch
soaring bald eagles. Experience Point Adolphus, the world-famous feeding ground of
humpback whales. Paddle through Alaska's majestic scenery, and camp along isolated,
pristine beaches. Come nightfall, let the soothing sounds of magnificent whales lull you
to sleep.
Arrive: Gustavus, Alaska
Depart: Gustavus, Alaska
Duration: 8 Days
Group Size: 4-10
Minimum Age: 14 Years Old
Activity Level:
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Details Testimonials
"Glacier Bay kayaking was awesome and full ofsurprises. Alaska really is the last frontier. MTSobek is the only way to go! The guide service isbest!"
Debbie W.
"I will forever treasure the nature and wildlifeexperiences, the guides, the food, and thefriendships that I've made on MT Sobek trips. I justreturned home from Glacier Bay, Alaska, and amalready exploring options for my next MT Sobektrip."
Kathy G.
REASON #01
Sample the best of southeast
Alaska - bear viewing, whale
watching, and visits to Glacier Bay!
REASON #02
Supurb wildlife viewing may
include brown bears, eagles,
humpback and killer whales, river
and sea otters, seals, mountain
goats, wolves, and moose
REASON #03
Go back in time, see first-hand
what happens when glaciers
retreat and the land rebounds
ACTIVITIES
Leisurely kayaking up to 5 miles
a day through spellbinding
landscapes with up-close
wildlife encounters, easy
hikes, and charter cruises.
LODGING
Traditional country hospitality and
cozy ambience at a family-run lodge
and sleeping in the wilderness
at private MT Sobek camps..
CLIMATE
Enjoy mild summers, with
almost daily light rain, chilly
winds near glaciers, and breezy
oceansides. Daytime 55°F -
75°F. Evenings 40°F - 55°F.
Theresa first moved north to Alaska in 2011, and has been
leading kayaking and other water trips since that time.
Her interests, personal and academic, include changing
ecosystems, human narratives, cetaceans and fish. Southeast
Alaska inspires her daily, no matter the weather. She looks
forward to sharing this unique sense of place with guests from
the perspective of floating atop saltwater.
Theresa Soley
Kit resides in Juneau and feels continually inspired by the wilds
of Southeast Alaska. Her favorite outdoor activities include
hiking with her dog, road biking, kayaking, and cross county
skiing. In the off-season, she enjoys working part-time jobs
to connect her with new people and experiences. She has a
diverse array of experiences which complement her guiding
style including radio and voice work, bartending, a whale
watching naturalist. She recently returned to school in pursuit
of a nursing degree.
Kit Burroughs
ItineraryARRIVE IN GUSTAVUS, ALASKA
Welcome to Gustavus, Alaska! After meeting your guide at the airport, you will transfer to the Annie Mae Lodge at
the edge of Glacier Bay National Park. Enjoy a pre-trip meeting with the guide and a hearty welcome dinner, and
explore the nearby sandy beach and beach-fringed meadows.
DAY 1
Activity: 1-2 miles short walk (optional)
Meals: D
CROSS ICY STRAIT TO 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. Situated on the northern shore of Chichagof Island, the largest island in
Alaska's Inside Passage, Point Adolphus also lies within the Tongass National Forest, the largest intact temperate
rainforest in the world. Here we’ll set up camp for two nights and begin our leisurely paddling exploration
along the shore, taking time to watch for humpback whales and other marine mammals. We'll also 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.
DAY 2
Activity: 2 hours/3 miles kayaking
Meals: B, L, D
PADDLE THE SCENIC SHORES OF CHICHAGOF ISLAND
Kayaking the productive waters along Chichagof Island is one of the best ways to see and experience Alaska’s
Inside Passage. We paddle along the scenic shores, watching for wildlife and exploring the area, including
beachcombing along the shore or hiking in the island’s rich forests. The area is noted for its humpback whales,
sea lions, sea otters, and seals, and we may also see bald eagles, loons, marbled murrelets, and other birds that
are rare in many parts of the world. We’ll travel four to five miles a day in the kayaks. The pace will be leisurely,
but there may be more challenging times when we will encounter winds or ocean currents.
DAY 3
Activity: 3 hours/4-5 miles kayaking, easy hiking
Meals: B, L, D
DAY 4 EXPLORE POINT ADOLPHUS AND RETURN TO 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 this rustic bush town (population 429), and then dine at one of our
favorite local restaurants before settling in for a great night’s sleep.
Activity: 3 hours/4-5 miles kayaking
Meals: B, L, D
GLACIER BAY KAYAKING EXPEDITION
We'll 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'll 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'll camp both
nights.
DAY 5
Activity: 3 hours/4-5 miles kayaking
Meals: B, L, D
JOURNEY THROUGH GLACIER BAY
After getting picked up by our charter boat, we'll journey back south through Glacier Bay keeping an eye out for
wildlife as we return to Gustavus and head back to the B
DAY 7
Meals: B, L, D
DEPART FROM GUSTAVUS
After breakfast, enjoy a short but hearty hike in Gustavus. Your trip leader will then transfer you to Gustavus
airport for your flight home or onward to Juneau (for trip extenstions).
DAY 8
Activity: 1 hour hike in Gustavus
Meals: B
2019
$ 4,595 per person
Additional Cost
$ 150 Internal Airfare
$ 109 Alaska Borough Tax
$ 24 Optional Alaska Donation
$ 250 Single Supplement
2020
$ 4,795 per person
Additional Cost
$ 325 Internal Airfare
$ 300 Single Supplement
PRICE INCLUDESExpert leadership from experienced adventureguides
Accommodations as noted in the itinerary
Meals as noted in the daily itinerary
Potable water and snacks throughout
1 glass of wine or beer at dinner
All tips and gratuities for support staff with theexception of your lead adventure guide(s)
All necessary camping/kayaking gear
All group entrance fees, activities, and groundtransportation
Arrival and departure day group airport transfers
PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDEInternational airfare, any airport taxes, or excessbaggage charges
Optional tips to your lead adventure guides
Personal expenses such as medical immunizations,phone calls, laundry, or souvenirsAirport transfers if arriving outside of the grouptransferTravel protection other than the basic medical andevacuation protection noted above