Full-Day Alaska Wildlife Voyageur Canoe Safari from Skagway

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About the Activity
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More Activities in Skagway
Itinerary
Meeting and Pickup
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Ticket Details
Cancellation & Refunds
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About the Activity

Explore the beautiful waters of southeast Alaska on a canoeing trip of a lifetime. Experience the astonishing scenery of the Inside Passage as you help paddle the voyageur canoe. Board a high-speed catamaran for a 45-minute trip to Haines down the Lynn Fjord. Once in Haines, your expert guides will drive you along the coastline and up the salmon-rich Chilkoot River to scenic Chilkoot Lake. Once at the lake, you'll receive all of the necessary equipment and instruction before heading out onto the water to explore the far reaches of the lake with your guide in a motor-assisted voyageur canoe. Your adventure will wrap up with a beach-side lunch with spectacular mountain and ocean backdrops before heading back to Skagway by catamaran.

6 hours 30 minutes

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Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Rubber boots

Professional guide

Driver/guide

Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch

Beverages

Rain ponchos if necessary

PFD (personal flotation device)

Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities

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Fort William H. Seward National Historic Landmark(Pass By)

4-6 Ft Seward Dr, Haines, United States, 99827This excursion begins with a short tour of the historic Fort Seward before embarking on a scenic drive from downtown Haines past Lutak Inlet and into the Chilkoot River Valley. Fort Seward was the first Army base in Alaska and still holds a commanding prsence along the beachway.View Location

Haines(Pass By)

Haines, United StatesEnjoy the simplicity and beauty of small-town Haines on your way to Chilkoot Lake. Along the way, your guides will regale you with local natural history, geology, and Gold Rush tales as they point out snow-capped peaks, thick timber forests, and the abundant wildlife.View Location

Chilkoot River(Pass By)

Haines, United StatesThe Chilkoot River Valley offers incredible wildlife viewing. Brown Bears, eagles, mountain goats, and spawning salmon are commons sights. Our guides are expert naturalists and enjoy sharing their love and knowledge of the Alaskan wilderness.View Location

Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Area

Lutak Road, Haines, United States, 99827At Chilkoot Lake, you’ll be stepping into a Voyageur canoe, which is stable, comfortable and quiet; perfect for observing nature’s splendor and the wildlife that abounds around this peaceful lake. You’ll be out on the water for about 1.5 hours exploring the inlets, coves, salmon spawning streams and numerous waterfalls that spill off the mountains into the lake. After a short tour of Fort Seward, a 30-minute drive from downtown Haines, leads us up the Lutak Inlet to the Chilkoot River Valley. The Chilkoot corridor offers incredible wildlife viewing. Brown Bears, eagles, mountain goats, and spawning salmon are commons sights. Our guides are expert naturalists and enjoy sharing their love and knowledge of the Alaskan wilderness. Once at Chilkoot Lake, we’ll head out in stable, motor-assisted Voyageur Canoes. Our Canoes are built using similar dimensions as the canoes used by trappers and gold miners at the turn of the century. Powered by either paddle or motor, this tour offers guests the opportunity to paddle in the serenity of Chilkoot Lake, while also having the advantage of relaxing and taking photographs when it’s time to take a break from paddling. We’ll be out on the water for about 2 hours and explore the inlets, coves, salmon spawning streams and numerous waterfalls that spill off of the mountains into the lake. After enjoying the beautiful views on the lake, we’ll return to Haines and serve a picnic-style lunch at a private ocean beach location. After lunch you will be transported back to the fast ferry and on to Skagway. We are able accommodate dietary restrictions with a minimum of 48 hours advance notice, including gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, allergies, etc. Timing: 00:00 - Meet on pier, complete waivers and answer any questions 00:00 - 00:10 - Depart pier by van for a short transfer to the small boat harbor 00:10 - 00:15 - Short walk to fast ferry, board ferry for trip to Haines (100 m) 00:15 - 01:15 - Catamaran ferry ride to Haines includes live presentation about local cultural and natural history. 01:15 - 01:55 - Board van/bus and have a guided driving town tour of Fort Seward, downtown Haines on the way out to Chilkoot Lake. The road parallels the ocean coast and the scenic Chilkoot River. 01:55 - 02:10 - Canoe orientation, safety briefing and equipment fitting 02:10 - 04:10 - Experience pristine Chilkoot Lake from your canoe while paddling and utilizing the motor as a backup when you're ready to relax or if the wind picks up. 04:10 - 04:40 - drive back along the coast to our private beachside lunch site 04:40 - 05:10 - Beachside picnic lunch 05:10 - 05:15 - Short ride from beach back to the fast ferry dock 05:15 - 06:15 - Fast ferry ride back to Skagway and van transfer back to your ship3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Your guide will meet you at the Small Boat Harbor holding a sign with tour name. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to trip start time to fill out required paperwork.View Location

End point

Your guide will meet you at the Small Boat Harbor holding a sign with tour name. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to trip start time to fill out required paperwork.View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
100% Refund will be provided if cancelled 14 days prior to tour departure date
50% Refund will be provided if cancelled 14 days to 4 days prior to tour departure date
No Refund will be provided if cancelled within 96 hours of tour departure date

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Not recommended for participants with back problems • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions • Not recommended for pregnant women

Cancellation & Refunds

Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.

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Operated by Alaska Mountain Guides Adventures, inc. Chilkat Guides LtdCreated on 07 Sep 2016Created on 23 Jan 2025

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