ratings explained
Here are some
Questions and Answers.
Each of our trips
has been rated "1" to "4" according to what conditions can be expected
on the trip, with "1" being the easiest and "4" being the more
challenging trips. Keep in mind that even easy trips may become
difficult if weather conditions are adverse. On all trips, guests help
carry personal and group gear and, on sea kayaking trips, help carry
their boat up and down the beach (65-80 pounds for two-four people).
Most of our trips travel to remote wilderness locations with no
facilities of any kind, and evacuation may be prolonged and difficult.
More specific information can be found in each trip's detailed
itinerary.
Level "2" to "4" trips entail travel
to remote wilderness locations without facilities and walking over
uneven and sometimes slippery terrain.
Easiest
Easy to Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
to Challenging
(Some trips are rated at level "4" due primarily to the length of the
trip in remote wilderness, or because a specific skill level is
assumed, not because they are extremely physically demanding.) |
Have you ever seen
a 30-ton humpback whale leaping clear out of the water, or listened to its
blows as you fall asleep at night? It's a thrill you will never forget!
Our Point Adolphus sea kayak trips offer superlative opportunities for
viewing humpback whales as well as seals, sea lions and sometimes sea
otters and orca's. Traveling by quiet 2-person
kayaks allows us to glide quietly through pristine waters surrounded by
marine mammals and seabirds.
In addition to the astounding experience
of kayaking with whales, we will explore the lush, productive rainforests
of the Tongass National Forest. Our campsites will be under the protective
cover of towering Sitka spruce trees, amidst patches of huckleberries on
the mossy ground with an ocean view.
This adventure combines some of Alaska's
finest wilderness with its top marine mammal feeding area in this 7-day
energetic sea kayaking expedition! To round out the experience, we highly
recommend our optional extension, which includes a night's lodging and a
day cruise in Glacier Bay National Park. Begins and ends in Gustavus.
Day 1 - We will pick you up from
the Gustavus airport or ferry dock and go to our cozy, quiet inn. Borrow a
bike, go for a walk, or just relax in this rural setting. We will gather
for a delicious Alaskan dinner and attend the pre-trip meeting held at the
inn.
Day 2 - After a hearty breakfast,
we go to the Gustavus dock, where we board a chartered cabin cruiser for
the ride across Icy Strait. Start watching for whales! We'll unload off
the stunning coastline of Chichagof Island, in the heart of the Tongass
National Forest. We'll set out to kayak the coast of Chichagof Island,
traveling a total of 30-40 miles.
Days 3-5 - Our days are spent along
the stunning coastline of Chichagof Island. Every night we camp under
verdant forests in undeveloped wilderness campsites. The highlights of the
trip are the seals, sea lions, sea otters, and humpback whales. The
nutrient-rich waters of Icy Strait also attract bald eagles and abundant
sea birds including murrelets, loons, harlequin ducks and guillemots. We
occasionally see brown bears and other creatures like mink and marten.
Days 6-7 - The last two days are
spent camping at Point Adolphus, the most productive humpback whale
feeding ground in Alaska. On day-seven, our charter boat will load us up
for the trip back to Gustavus with additional chances for observing and
photographing marine mammals.
Electronic mail
request:
wondersofthetongass@glacierbaytravel.com
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