Southeast Alaska's Western Coves Cruise

Alaska offers some of the most remote, breathtakingly pristine wilderness in North America. Here, traditional ways stand in contrast to expansive, mind-blowing natural wonder.

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Ketchikan

    Embark in Ketchikan and begin your cruise through Clarence Strait. D.

  • Day 2: El Capitan Passage & Devilfish Bay

    Wake to breathtaking views of the expansive Tongass Forest rising on either side of Devilfish Bay. Don't miss El Capitan Cave, the largest known cave in North America. B, L, D.

  • Day 3: Klawock

    Spend the morning gaining a better understanding of the Tlingit culture, mixing with the locals and gazing up at the twentyone restored totem poles that colour the town. B, L, D.

  • Day 4: Little Port Walter & Mist Cove

    Anchored in Little Port Walter, the day offers many activities, including hiking and fishing. B, L, D.

  • Day 5: Patterson Bay & Deep Cove

    Leisurely explore the bay by skiff or kayak while watching the coastline for wildlife and enjoy a guided hike in the Tongass National Forest. B, L, D.

  • Day 6: Frederick Sound

    Sail into Frederick Sound this afternoon and watch for humpback whales. B, L, D.

  • Day 7: Endicott Arm & Ford's Terror Wilderness

    Enjoy a closer inspection of Dawes Glacier by kayak or skiff. Admire magnificent domes, hanging valleys and pristine wilderness that surround Ford's Terror. B, L, D.

  • Day 8: Juneau

    Arrive in Juneau after breakfast and disembark. B.

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Pricing

8 Days / 7 Nights From $2,579*

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Includes: 7 nights cruising aboard the small ship of your choice, sightseeing as specified, meals as indicated, taxes, port charges and fees. Prices do not include fuel surcharges which may be added up to the time of departure.

Departs Ketchikan 2012:

  • Wilderness Discoverer: 09, 23 Jun. 07, 21 Jul. 04, 18 Aug. 01 Sep.
     
  • Wilderness Adventurer: 02, 16, 30 Jun. 14, 28 Jul. 11, 25 Aug. 08 Sep..

Highlights

  • Hugging the mainland for the most part so not as susceptible to ocean weather

  • View of many glaciers

  • Full day of whale watching, Frederick sound

  • Use the terms “wild & woolly” or skookum (yes) to describe areas we explore

  • 5 wilderness area visits, less options to be around other people. Areas where we see the “hand of man” will be in retreat.

  • Baranof Island big focus – only glaciated island in all of SE Alaska.

  • Endicott Arm – glacier calving & chance to face a glacier is guaranteed –

  • Towns: Klawock – no tourism whatsoever – most authentic native experience in AK!

  • Waterfall Coast off of Baranof Island

  • Prince of Whales Island – trees, wilderness, old growth forest. Karst system – limestone prevalent, helps grow big trees.

  • More exploring, backcountry hiking, bushwhacking, & opportunities to step where no other human has stepped.