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9 Day Alaska Wildlife Tour w/ Bear/Whale Viewing, 2 Nat'l Parks, Boutique Hotels
9 days
About this activity
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Anchorage, Copper Whale Inn
Stop At: Copper Whale Inn, 440 L St, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Upon arrival a driver will pick you up and bring you to our boutique hotel, where you can rest, explore downtown or the river trail and grab dinner. There will be a meet and greet in the evening at the hotel with your guides and fellow travelers
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Copper Whale Inn, a small and cozy locally owned location nearby the action of downtown but tucked away and quiet
Day 2: Native Heritage Center, Eagle River Valley, Copper Whale Inn
Stop At: Alaska Native Heritage Center, 8800 Heritage Center Dr, Anchorage, AK 99504-6100
Learn about traditional ways of life and the people that first lived here through indoor and outdoor exhibits.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Eagle River Nature Center, Mile 12.5 Eagle River Road, Eagle River, Anchorage, AK
We will be hiking in the area seeing beautiful vistas and looking out for wildlife, but will not typically be stopping in at the nature center.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Copper Whale Inn, a small and cozy locally owned location nearby the action of downtown but tucked away and quiet
Day 3: Wildlife Sanctuary, Exit Glacier, Seward and Seafood Boil
Stop At: Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary, 154th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99587
We will stop here on our way to Seward to look for birds and enjoy the views.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Exit Glacier Road, Kenai Fjords National Park, AK 99664
We will have a chance to view this famous glacier and do some light hiking in the area.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Seward Boat Harbor, Seward, AK 99664
We will arrive in Seward with time for you to settle into your room at the lodge and hang out on the deck looking for eagles, whales, and more. We will enjoy a private seafood boil on the deck at the lodge this evening.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner: Fresh Alaskan Seafood Boil prepared at the lodge by your guide!
Accommodation included: Resurrection Lodge on the Bay has incredible views and wildlife visible from the deck, cozy rooms and secluded location
Day 4: Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise and Kayaking
Stop At: Aialik Bay Ranger Station, Seward, AK 99664, USA
Visit Aialik Bay on a private charter cruise, looking for otters, seals, whales, orcas, eagles, puffins and more....Once we get near the glaciers there will be a chance to kayak for 2-3 hours.
Duration: 9 hours
Stop At: Holgate Glacier, Kenai Peninsula, Seward, AK 99664
Enjoy a 2-3 hour kayak tour near this crackling glacier, in turqouise waters teeming with wildlife. Once we return we can help you make plans for dinner in town (dinner not included).
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Resurrection Lodge on the Bay has incredible views and wildlife visible from the deck, cozy rooms and secluded location
Day 5: Alyeska
Stop At: Alyeska Ski Area, 1000 Arlberg Dr, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK 99587
Enjoy another breakfast at the lodge and we will be on our way to Hotel Alyeska, in Girdwood. This luxurious hotel features an award winning restaurant and saltwater swimming pool. Its picturesque location is surrounded by mountain peaks and glaciers. Join us for a tram ride to take in the incredible scenery, go for a short hike, or just enjoy the hotel amenities! Tonight will be a free evening for dinner. Enjoy mountain-top views at Seven Glaciers Restaurant, which has won multiple awards for its gourmet menu and wine list. We will also provide transportation to Chair 5 Restaurant in Girdwood, which has a casual ski-lodge atmosphere with a delicious variety of entrees and more than 60 microbrews at the bar!
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Alyeska
Day 6: Katmai National Park
Stop At: Brooks Falls, Katmai National Park and Preserve, AK
After breakfast at Alyeska Resort we head to Anchorage for a morning flight to King Salmon, followed by a breathtaking floatplane flight to Brooks Lodge. Take in scenic views as we head to Katmailand, famous for the salmon run and some of the largest brown bears on earth! Upon arrival we will have an orientation from a Park Ranger on the area and bear safety. We will enjoy a hearty lunch at Brooks Lodge with views of Naknek Lake and surrounding mountains. Then we will take a short group hike over to watch the bears feeding at Brooks Falls. The afternoon will be free to hike and explore the area- there are multiple hiking trails to choose from. Be warned though, bear watching is addicting and many guests choose to spend the majority of their time at the viewing platforms! After a delicious dinner at the lodge we will rest up for the next day.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Brooks Lodge (bunks with up to 4) for one price, private rooms in Homer with day trips to the park for another price.
Day 7: Katmai National Park
Stop At: Brooks Falls, Katmai National Park and Preserve, AK
Today you will have all the exciting activities in Katmailand to choose from. Spend the day hiking, enjoying Park Ranger educational sessions, and viewing brown bears feeding in and around the
salmon run at Brooks Falls. Other options (for an additional fee) include a bus and hiking tour of the Valley of 10,000 Smokes, or
a flightseeing tour of the same area. This entire region was formed by a massive volcanic eruption, and on this tour you can see the dramatic landscapes that it created and the ash and pumice valley
floor. All meals are included today, and in the evening we will all enjoy dinner at the lodge and share photos and activities from our different adventures.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Brooks Lodge (bunks with up to 4) for one price, private rooms in Homer with day trips to the park for another price.
Day 8: Katmai National Park & Anchorage
Stop At: Brooks Falls, Katmai National Park and Preserve, AK
The first half of our final day will be spent enjoying the park and viewing bears, followed by lunch and a flight back to Anchorage (through King Salmon) in the afternoon. Join us for a final group dinner at the 49th State Brewery, popular for their house made brews,
Alaskan seafood, house ground burgers and stone fired pizzas.
We will enjoy our meal on their beautiful roof patio (weather permitting) and exchange photos and stories before our adventure comes to a close (dinner not included in price). We spend the last night at Copper Whale Inn.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Copper Whale Inn, a small and cozy locally owned location nearby the action of downtown but tucked away and quiet
Day 9: Departure Day
Stop At: Copper Whale Inn, 440 L St, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Today, after breakfast, we will be available to provide transfers to the airport or other places in Anchorage so you can finish or continue your adventure. No activities planned this day. Say goodbye to your new friends and head home with amazing memories and hopefully some great photos as well!
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Arrival in Anchorage, Copper Whale Inn
Stop At: Copper Whale Inn, 440 L St, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Upon arrival a driver will pick you up and bring you to our boutique hotel, where you can rest, explore downtown or the river trail and grab dinner. There will be a meet and greet in the evening at the hotel with your guides and fellow travelers
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Copper Whale Inn, a small and cozy locally owned location nearby the action of downtown but tucked away and quiet
Day 2: Native Heritage Center, Eagle River Valley, Copper Whale Inn
Stop At: Alaska Native Heritage Center, 8800 Heritage Center Dr, Anchorage, AK 99504-6100
Learn about traditional ways of life and the people that first lived here through indoor and outdoor exhibits.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Eagle River Nature Center, Mile 12.5 Eagle River Road, Eagle River, Anchorage, AK
We will be hiking in the area seeing beautiful vistas and looking out for wildlife, but will not typically be stopping in at the nature center.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Copper Whale Inn, a small and cozy locally owned location nearby the action of downtown but tucked away and quiet
Day 3: Wildlife Sanctuary, Exit Glacier, Seward and Seafood Boil
Stop At: Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary, 154th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99587
We will stop here on our way to Seward to look for birds and enjoy the views.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Exit Glacier Road, Kenai Fjords National Park, AK 99664
We will have a chance to view this famous glacier and do some light hiking in the area.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Seward Boat Harbor, Seward, AK 99664
We will arrive in Seward with time for you to settle into your room at the lodge and hang out on the deck looking for eagles, whales, and more. We will enjoy a private seafood boil on the deck at the lodge this evening.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner: Fresh Alaskan Seafood Boil prepared at the lodge by your guide!
Accommodation included: Resurrection Lodge on the Bay has incredible views and wildlife visible from the deck, cozy rooms and secluded location
Day 4: Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise and Kayaking
Stop At: Aialik Bay Ranger Station, Seward, AK 99664, USA
Visit Aialik Bay on a private charter cruise, looking for otters, seals, whales, orcas, eagles, puffins and more....Once we get near the glaciers there will be a chance to kayak for 2-3 hours.
Duration: 9 hours
Stop At: Holgate Glacier, Kenai Peninsula, Seward, AK 99664
Enjoy a 2-3 hour kayak tour near this crackling glacier, in turqouise waters teeming with wildlife. Once we return we can help you make plans for dinner in town (dinner not included).
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Resurrection Lodge on the Bay has incredible views and wildlife visible from the deck, cozy rooms and secluded location
Day 5: Alyeska
Stop At: Alyeska Ski Area, 1000 Arlberg Dr, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK 99587
Enjoy another breakfast at the lodge and we will be on our way to Hotel Alyeska, in Girdwood. This luxurious hotel features an award winning restaurant and saltwater swimming pool. Its picturesque location is surrounded by mountain peaks and glaciers. Join us for a tram ride to take in the incredible scenery, go for a short hike, or just enjoy the hotel amenities! Tonight will be a free evening for dinner. Enjoy mountain-top views at Seven Glaciers Restaurant, which has won multiple awards for its gourmet menu and wine list. We will also provide transportation to Chair 5 Restaurant in Girdwood, which has a casual ski-lodge atmosphere with a delicious variety of entrees and more than 60 microbrews at the bar!
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Alyeska
Day 6: Katmai National Park
Stop At: Brooks Falls, Katmai National Park and Preserve, AK
After breakfast at Alyeska Resort we head to Anchorage for a morning flight to King Salmon, followed by a breathtaking floatplane flight to Brooks Lodge. Take in scenic views as we head to Katmailand, famous for the salmon run and some of the largest brown bears on earth! Upon arrival we will have an orientation from a Park Ranger on the area and bear safety. We will enjoy a hearty lunch at Brooks Lodge with views of Naknek Lake and surrounding mountains. Then we will take a short group hike over to watch the bears feeding at Brooks Falls. The afternoon will be free to hike and explore the area- there are multiple hiking trails to choose from. Be warned though, bear watching is addicting and many guests choose to spend the majority of their time at the viewing platforms! After a delicious dinner at the lodge we will rest up for the next day.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Brooks Lodge (bunks with up to 4) for one price, private rooms in Homer with day trips to the park for another price.
Day 7: Katmai National Park
Stop At: Brooks Falls, Katmai National Park and Preserve, AK
Today you will have all the exciting activities in Katmailand to choose from. Spend the day hiking, enjoying Park Ranger educational sessions, and viewing brown bears feeding in and around the
salmon run at Brooks Falls. Other options (for an additional fee) include a bus and hiking tour of the Valley of 10,000 Smokes, or
a flightseeing tour of the same area. This entire region was formed by a massive volcanic eruption, and on this tour you can see the dramatic landscapes that it created and the ash and pumice valley
floor. All meals are included today, and in the evening we will all enjoy dinner at the lodge and share photos and activities from our different adventures.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Brooks Lodge (bunks with up to 4) for one price, private rooms in Homer with day trips to the park for another price.
Day 8: Katmai National Park & Anchorage
Stop At: Brooks Falls, Katmai National Park and Preserve, AK
The first half of our final day will be spent enjoying the park and viewing bears, followed by lunch and a flight back to Anchorage (through King Salmon) in the afternoon. Join us for a final group dinner at the 49th State Brewery, popular for their house made brews,
Alaskan seafood, house ground burgers and stone fired pizzas.
We will enjoy our meal on their beautiful roof patio (weather permitting) and exchange photos and stories before our adventure comes to a close (dinner not included in price). We spend the last night at Copper Whale Inn.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Copper Whale Inn, a small and cozy locally owned location nearby the action of downtown but tucked away and quiet
Day 9: Departure Day
Stop At: Copper Whale Inn, 440 L St, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Today, after breakfast, we will be available to provide transfers to the airport or other places in Anchorage so you can finish or continue your adventure. No activities planned this day. Say goodbye to your new friends and head home with amazing memories and hopefully some great photos as well!
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 8x Breakfast
- 3x Dinner
- 5x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 8 nights
- Entry/Admission - Copper Whale Inn
- Entry/Admission - Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Entry/Admission - Eagle River Nature Center
- Entry/Admission - Exit Glacier
- Entry/Admission - Aialik Bay Ranger Station
- Entry/Admission - Holgate Glacier
- Entry/Admission - Alyeska Ski Area
- Entry/Admission - Brooks Falls
Not included
- Any meals not listed, alcohol, tips, flights to and from Alaska, souvenirs.
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- must be able to walk on slight inclines, go up and down stairs and enter and exit a passenger van
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Features
Tourism
75%
Cultural
60%
Aquatic
35%
