Private Chilkoot Lake Nature and Wildlife Viewing

Skagway

Tour Details

Here's your chance to break away from the Skagway crowds and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Alaska. Your expedition starts the minute you board a high-speed catamaran for a ride through the steep-walled fjord connecting Skagway to Haines. Your expert naturalist guide will share fascinating facts about the area's unique wildlife and ecosystems. Be on the lookout for humpback whales, bald eagles, harbor seals, and more as you move through the Lynn Canal.

Upon arrival in Haines, you will take a scenic drive to Chilkoot Lake State Park with its turquoise lake, snow-capped mountains, and salmon-filled river. Your guide will point out significant Tlingit cultural sites and wildlife including migratory birds, brown bears, and harbor seals. Wildflowers and bald eagles abound in the summer months, while August and September bring more brown bears to the rivers to feed. Your guide will do his best to get you up close (safely) to these magnificent bears and more.

From there you will take a beautiful drive along the Chilkat River, stopping for pictures at the historic Letnikof Cove Cannery with the Rainbow Glacier looming in the background. Conclude your tour with a mouthwatering lunch that includes a turkey sandwich on organic whole wheat bread, fruit, a freshly baked cookie, and bottled water. For vegetarians, vegan and gluten-free options are available with 48 hours advance notice. Afterward, enjoy the scenery as you return to Skagway via a high-speed catamaran ferry. Be treated to some of the most pristine wild countries in southeast Alaska when you sign up for this 6.5-hour tour.

Please Note: Brown bear sightings are unlikely to occur until the salmon begin running in August. Although this tour passes through excellent wildlife habitats sightings of wildlife, including brown bears cannot be guaranteed.

$375 per person

Duration: 6.5 hours
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Reference: Princess Cruises, Caribbean Princess, Departing Tue, May 20, 2025

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More about this tour

Shore Excursion Size: Private

Shore Excursion Type: Eco, Nature

Shore Excursion Duration: 6.5

Shore Excursion Departs From: If you are arriving by cruise ship, this tour departs from the Skagway Fast Ferry Terminal, which is an approximately 15 minute walk from the cruise ship pier. If you are staying in a hotel, custom pick-up is provided from hotels (within a 3-mile radius of downtown Skagway). Please enter your desired pick-up location above.

Activity Level: Easy

Food/Beverage Provided: Lunch is Included.

Recommended Dress: Dress in layers and wear comfortable walking shoes. Tour operates in all weather conditions. Please bring a reusable water bottle as water refills will be provided periodically throughout the tour.

Restrictions: Guests must be able to climb in and out of transportation with assistance. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.


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