Excursion Seafood feast & tribal rhythms tour at Icy Strait Point

Discover the exquisite natural beauty and flavours of the Native Tlingit culture of Hoonah.

Icy Strait Point, Rainforest, Port Frederick, Icy Strait

Depart the pier with your guide for the short walk to the port of Icy Strait Point. Surrounded by a beautiful, towering rainforest and the abundant waters of Port Frederick and the Icy Strait, Icy Strait Point is a cruise destination offering unparalleled access to adventure, wilderness, wildlife, and genuine Native Tinglit hospitality. Located in Alaska’s largest Native Tlingit village of Hoonah, Icy Strait Point features over 20 exciting tours, a restored, 1912 Alaska salmon cannery and museum, nature trails, restaurants, Alaskan-owned retail shops, and a beach. Eagles soar overhead, and whales are regularly seen from the shore. Icy Strait Point is Alaska Native-owned-and-operated, with all profits directly supporting the local community.  

All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp & Crab Boil, Breath-Taking View, Port Frederick, Fire Pit, Marshmallows

Upon arrival at the designated private area, enjoy a delectable, all-you-can-eat shrimp-and-crab boil. This savoury, sumptuous feast includes shrimp and seasonal crab boiled in Southern seasoning with corn-on-the-cob, Andouille sausage, onions, mushrooms, potatoes, and garlic. Your meal is accompanied by beverages of your choice alongside a breath-taking view overlooking Port Frederick. After your seafood feast, you are invited to relax at the fire pit and roast your own marshmallows.

Heritage Centre Native Theatre, Cultural Legends Performance, Singing

Next, rejoin your guide for a walk over to the Heritage Centre Native Theatre for a Tribal Celebration, where Huna Tlingit members bring their culture to life through live storytelling and traditional regalia, creating an unforgettable tribute to their heritage. This experience provides a rare and intimate glimpse into the Tlingit way of life and the enduring spirit of Hoonah. Guests can visit the shops which are located right by the Heritage center, on their return to the ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Icy Strait Point, Rainforest, Port Frederick, Icy Strait, Shrimp & Crab Boil, Heritage Centre Native Theatre, Tribal Dance & Cultural Legends Show

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking at times over uneven, gravel, and natural surfaces and a boardwalk. This tour is  suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a weatherproof jacket, and US Dollars or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Photography/videography is not permitted during the tribal show. This tour operates during mornings and afternoons only. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary.