Excursion Paddle with whales kayak adventure tour at Juneau

Discover the spectacular marine life and scenery of Juneau in an active new way during this immersive, full-day boating and sea-kayaking excursion.

Juneau, Wildlife Cruise, Channel Islands, Alaskan State Marine Park, Small Island

Depart the pier for the short transfer to the boat harbour. Upon arrival, embark your small, six-passenger vessel and set sail for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour wildlife cruise to the Channel Islands, an Alaskan State Marine Park and the richest humpback whale feeding grounds in Alaska. This tour takes a spin on the classic whale watching tour by adding the adventure of sea kayaking, the best vantage-point from which to enjoy the whales and marine life in their natural habitat.

Island Landing, Sea-Kayaking Adventure, Humpback Whales, Sea Lion Rookeries, Marine Life

After landing on a small island, receive your safety and kayaking instructions, protective clothing, and kayaking gear before entering the water. Once on the water, your experienced kayaking guide demonstrates paddle techniques and allows time for practice prior to beginning your sea-kayaking adventure. During the panoramic, approximately two-hour guided kayaking portion of your tour, explore these remote waters and search for wildlife and marine life. With their humpback whale feeding grounds, sea lion rookeries, and abundant marine life, the Channel Islands are designated as an Alaska State Marine Park.

Inside Passage, Mountains, Snow-Capped Peaks, Flowing Glaciers

Discover the natural history of the Inside Passage and marvel at the picturesque scenery that surrounds you, including spectacular mountains, snow-capped peaks, and flowing glaciers. Upon completion of kayaking, enjoy a Bento boxed lunch on board the boat. Throughout the tour, your expert guides and captain share their knowledge of the local area. Your adventure concludes with a ride back to the boat harbour. Upon arrival, disembark your vessel, re-board your coach, and commence the short ride back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Juneau, Boating, Sea-Kayaking, Channel Islands, Inside Passage, Humpback Whales, Sea Lions, Marine Life, Mountains, Snow-Capped Peaks, Flowing Glaciers

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity and a moderate amount of walking for approximately 300 yards (about 274 metres), at times over uneven, cobblestone, sandy, slippery, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and embark/disembark the boat and kayak. This tour is recommended for active guests who are in good physical condition and can swim well in water over their head. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory problems, guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable, non-cotton clothing in layers with flat, sturdy, and bring sun protection, sunglasses with a safety cord, a warm, towel, dry, bottled water, and US Dollars or credit cards for purchases from the ship; rain gear, waterproof boots, and dry bags are provided

. Guests must be at least eight years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests over 80 inches (about 203 centimetres) in height cannot participate on this tour. The chest circumference of each guest must be 54 inches (about 137 centimetres) or less to participate on this tour. The hip width of each guest must be 42 inches (about 106 centimetres) or less to participate on this tour. Guests weighing more than 250 pounds (about 113 kilograms) cannot participate on this tour. Guests may not kayak if they have consumed alcohol. This tour operates in double-kayaks. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, wildlife, fish, and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. Double kayaks, paddles, raingear (hooded jacket, pants, and rubber boots), safety vests, and dry bags for spare clothes, towels, etc. are provided. Waterproof cameras are highly recommended. The total kayaking time is approximately one - two hours, depending on marine conditions and paddling abilities. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Operation of this tour is subject to weather, tidal, and sea conditions, and may be cancelled on short notice by the tour operator. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.