Alaska: Whales & Waterfalls Yacht Adventure

Length
9 Days

Departs

May

Capacity

20

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Experience exclusive access to remote wilderness areas of Southeast Alaska on our 20-person small yacht adventure.

This unforgettable small-group yacht adventure navigates where most other vessels cannot, bringing you through restricted areas like the Endicott Arm, Fords Terror, and Windham Bay Wilderness Area for an up-close experience with Alaska’s pristine wilderness and diverse wildlife. Visit Admiralty Island National Monument, home to one of the world's highest concentrations of brown bears. Cruise through Glacier Bay National Park and spot puffins, sea lions, guillemots and gulls in this wildlife haven. Spot majestic humpback whales coasting through Frederick Sound and the lcy Strait, kayak through remote bays, and see the awe-inspiring Dawes Glacier. 

This all-inclusive experience features some of the finest food and drinks in Alaska thanks to the onboard chef, pastry chef, and bartender. Kayaks and skiffs provide abundant opportunities to explore remote locations, while light hikes offer another way to connect with the Alaskan wilderness. After your adventures, unwind by relaxing in a hot tub on the deck of the ship, drink in hand, and watch the mountains, waterfalls and glaciers cruise by as you soak in the warm water. This voyage promises a breathtaking journey with stunning natural views, encounters with majestic wildlife, and the opportunity to learn about the vibrant culture of its communities–while traversing in the comfort of a luxurious exclusive yacht.

What's Included On The Whales & Waterfalls Yacht Adventure?

  • Accommodations for eight nights
  • All your guides (24/7 Gondwana guides and activity day guides)
  • Access to highly restricted Wilderness Areas like the Endicott Arm Wilderness Area, Fords Terror Wilderness Area and Windham Bay Wilderness Area.
  • A visit to Admiralty Island National Monument, known as the “Fortress of the Bears”
  • Humpback whale watching in Frederick Sound and Icy Strait.
  • All other activities such as: kayaking remote bays off of Icy Strait, embarking on wildlife searches, visiting the towering Dawes Glacier—and more!
  • All meals as outlined in the itinerary
  • To minimize our trip’s impact on the environment we pay to carbon neutralize the entire tour and activities, as well as carbon offsetting guest flights to and from Alaska.
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Gondwana Ecotours is an outstanding organization that uses local businesses to create the perfect vacation. Excellent lodging, food, activities (and more) are included in the tour package. The guides are second to none with local insight and entertaining stories galore. The tour groups are so much fun and ideal in size. If you’re considering taking a tour I would highly recommend Gondwana Ecotours. A class act!
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Kayak through the breathtaking Admiralty Island National Monument, otherwise known as “Fortress of the Bear”, and keep your eyes open for brown bears near the shorelines and nesting bald eagles overhead.
Kayak through the breathtaking Admiralty Island National Monument, otherwise known as “Fortress of the Bear”, and keep your eyes open for brown bears near the shorelines and nesting bald eagles overhead.
Relax in our agile vessel, offering spacious and comfortable cabins that are perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure.
Relax in our agile vessel, offering spacious and comfortable cabins that are perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure.
Savor a drink made by our onboard bartender in the cozy lounge, where you can immerse yourself in the stunning views of Alaska’s landscapes.
Savor a drink made by our onboard bartender in the cozy lounge, where you can immerse yourself in the stunning views of Alaska’s landscapes.
Explore Fords Terror Wilderness Area by kayak, gliding near majestic glaciers and surrounded by towering mountains for close access to Alaska’s natural wonders.
Explore Fords Terror Wilderness Area by kayak, gliding near majestic glaciers and surrounded by towering mountains for close access to Alaska’s natural wonders.
Our onboard pastry chef will delight with an array of freshly baked pastries. Indulge in these sweet treats as you relax and take in the breathtaking Alaskan scenery.
Our onboard pastry chef will delight with an array of freshly baked pastries. Indulge in these sweet treats as you relax and take in the breathtaking Alaskan scenery.
Keep your eyes open for these ariel hunters–the skies are alive with bald eagles, often seen soaring above the waters and lush forests, in search of prey.
Keep your eyes open for these ariel hunters–the skies are alive with bald eagles, often seen soaring above the waters and lush forests, in search of prey.
Enjoy wildlife spottings aboard a skiff, while cruising through nutrient-rich waters. Every day is an opportunity to witness the beauty of Alaska’s diverse marine life.
Enjoy wildlife spottings aboard a skiff, while cruising through nutrient-rich waters. Every day is an opportunity to witness the beauty of Alaska’s diverse marine life.
Each meal crafted by our onboard chef is a culinary delight, offering exquisite dishes that showcase the local flavors of this remarkable area.
Each meal crafted by our onboard chef is a culinary delight, offering exquisite dishes that showcase the local flavors of this remarkable area.
If you’re lucky, you may spot the incredible sight of an orca leaping from the water, a breathtaking scene against the backdrop of Alaska’s pristine waters.
If you’re lucky, you may spot the incredible sight of an orca leaping from the water, a breathtaking scene against the backdrop of Alaska’s pristine waters.
Connect with locals and learn about the rich culture of Alaska, gaining insights on the history and traditions that have shaped this region.
Connect with locals and learn about the rich culture of Alaska, gaining insights on the history and traditions that have shaped this region.
During this adventure, you will have unparalleled opportunities to see various marine wildlife up close, like witnessing a humpback whale in action!
During this adventure, you will have unparalleled opportunities to see various marine wildlife up close, like witnessing a humpback whale in action!
Navigate through remote bays during this journey and immerse yourself in the serenity of Alaska’s untouched wilderness.
Navigate through remote bays during this journey and immerse yourself in the serenity of Alaska’s untouched wilderness.
Our ship is agile and spry, reaching small nooks that others cannot, including coveted wilderness areas with limited access of no more than two groups of twelve guests per day!
Our ship is agile and spry, reaching small nooks that others cannot, including coveted wilderness areas with limited access of no more than two groups of twelve guests per day!
Keep your cameras and binoculars ready– every moment aboard this adventure is an opportunity to capture the picturesque natural beauty that Alaska has to offer.
Keep your cameras and binoculars ready– every moment aboard this adventure is an opportunity to capture the picturesque natural beauty that Alaska has to offer.
Enjoy the chic comforts of the Silverbow Inn where we stay on Night One. The historic landmark located in downtown Juneau offers amenities like two hot tubs, two fire pits, and an on-site restaurant with a wine and beer bar.
Enjoy the chic comforts of the Silverbow Inn where we stay on Night One. The historic landmark located in downtown Juneau offers amenities like two hot tubs, two fire pits, and an on-site restaurant with a wine and beer bar.
Witness the captivating grandeur of Alaskan glaciers, where these ancient ice formations tower over landscapes in glistening hues of bright blue.
Witness the captivating grandeur of Alaskan glaciers, where these ancient ice formations tower over landscapes in glistening hues of bright blue.
Spot wildlife from our deck, where you can see a variety of wildlife in their natural habitats. Observe animals like seals, otters, sea lions, porpoises and more, creating unforgettable memories with Alaska’s biodiverse ecosystem.
Spot wildlife from our deck, where you can see a variety of wildlife in their natural habitats. Observe animals like seals, otters, sea lions, porpoises and more, creating unforgettable memories with Alaska’s biodiverse ecosystem.
Explore Baranoff Island, known for its beautiful scenery of lush forests, rugged coastlines, and stunning waterfalls that cascade into crystal-clear waters below.
Explore Baranoff Island, known for its beautiful scenery of lush forests, rugged coastlines, and stunning waterfalls that cascade into crystal-clear waters below.

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