This trip shows-off Southeast Alaska's finest - whitewater rafting, biking, glacial trekking and kayaking with whales. We've thought of everything!

HIGHLIGHTS:
Glacial Trekking & camping.
Whitewater rafting on the upper Blanchard River.
Cycle along the stunning coast-line near Chilkat State Park.
Whale watching and sea kayaking at Point Adolphus.

DETAILED ITINERARY:

Day 1 -We will gather for a delicious Alaskan dinner and attend the pre-trip meeting held at historic accommodations.

Day 2 - After an early breakfast, we hop into vans and head over the Chilkat Pass into the Yukon's Kluane National Park. Whitewater rafting is on the agenda on the Blanchard section of the upper Tatshenshini River. The breath-taking scenery of this pristine wilderness area is enhanced by the exhilarating class III whitewater rapids. After an exciting and awe-inspiring day, we drive back to Haines and enjoy a quiet evening at our cozy accommodations.

Day 3 - Eat your Wheaties this morning! We're trading in paddles for bike helmets and heading out of Haines towards the Chilkat State Park. Our guides will lead you on a moderately challenging 10 mile ride along magnificent coastline. We cycle past the remains of historical Letnikof Cove Cannery, a reminder of Haines' beginning as a deep-sea port. Feast your eyes on the stunning 7,000 ft. Cathedral Peaks and sparkling Rainbow and Davidson glaciers in the distance. A picnic lunch will be served on the beach.

After our ride, we return to our Hotel for a quick shower. Then grab your bags and we're off to the mountains! We travel by ferry and war canoe and eventually end up at the foot of the Davidson Glacier. We have dinner in camp and settle into tents for our first evening spent outside.

Day 4- Any day that begins with strapping on crampons has to be full of adventure. Today, we head up to the ice! Our professional mountain guides gear us up and give us an introduction to glacial trekking. Then we set out onto the Davidson Glacier to test out our newly acquired skills. We spend a spectacular day gaining altitude and are rewarded with jaw-dropping views. We return to camp that evening for a delicious meal before dropping into our sleeping bags.

Day 5- After a morning on the glacier, we journey from the mountains to the ocean. Our flight from the beach at Davidson Glacier will take us over the glaciers we just climbed and onto spectacular flightseeing over stunning Glacier Bay National Park. We will land in the quiet village of Gustavus and check into our charming Alaska Discovery Inn. This evening, we gather for a group dinner.

Day 6- After an early breakfast, our own charter boat will carry us across Icy Strait to Point Adolphus - feeding grounds for humpback whales.

Our guides give us a kayak lesson and then we hit the water. Traveling in 2 person sea kayaks allows us to glide silently through pristine waters observing the abundant marine life. Humpback whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, porpoise, orcas, bald eagles and dozen of marine bird species frequent this area. After a magical day, we retire in our tents once again and fall asleep to the sound of whales feeding. 

Day 7-8 - Don't be surprised if you wake to the splashing and blowing of humpbacks. They often treat us to a breakfast show along the shoreline of our camp. We'll spend the days kayaking among whales, sea lions, seals, bald eagles, sea birds, and other marine life, and exploring the verdant old growth forest. We camp on pristine beaches with expansive views. Our guides will cook the finest meals this side of the Fairweather Range. We'll meet our boat on day eight for a whale-watching trip back to Gustavus. After gathering our belongings, we will again board the small air taxis and head back to Alaska's Capital city where we will say our final good-byes.