Alaskan Adventure

Today you will board at Petersburg, cruising Frederick Sound, introduction to Alaskan life, introduction to coastal rainforest on walk. Wilderness anchorage at entrance to fjord. This Alaska small ship cruise is for those who wish to explore the breadth and depth of southeast Alaska’s wildlife, natural beauty, and culture in a personalized way, with expert guides. On board this small, beautifully converted tugboat, the Swell, your exploration of this overpowering wilderness differs significantly from the typical cruise ship experience. You will be part of a small, intimate group of up to twelve people who wish to experience the grandeur of Alaska by becoming a part of it, not by steaming past it at twenty knots. Swell is a beautiful, classic, converted tugboat. She accommodates up to 12 guests in six private cabins (in some areas the legislated maximum is 10 guests), all with full en-suite heads (bathrooms with showers), and a crew of five.

Cruising spectacular fjord to tidewater glacier, ice bergs, wildlife viewing. Option to zodiac, kayak and/or walk, exploring glacier, ice bergs in this awesome ice world.

Humpback whales of Frederick Sound, Five Fingers Lighthouse, Windfall Harbour. Explore estuary and look for brown bears.

Guided brown bear viewing and rainforest walk up salmon creek at Pack Creek on Admiralty Island, with special access for Swell guests.

Frederick Sound marine mammals and islands. Spectacular Baranof inlet and meadow favoured by brown bears.

Cruising to Warm Springs Bay. Rainforest/bog walk and natural hot springs. Cruising the waterfall coast of Baranof Island. Peril Strait to Kruzof Island.

Hike on Kruzof Island through many eco-types to spectacular west coast beach. Cruising the west coast, sea otters, seabirds.

Weather permitting, exploring by zodiac at St. Lazaria, a spectacular island with thousands of nesting seabirds and rich inter-tidal life. Vistas of volcanic Mt. Edgecumbe as it sweeps down toward the sea. Hot springs.

Cruise to the historic town of Sitka and disembark for a historic walking tour covering Tlingit, Russian and American history. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner and hotel stay overnight.

After breakfast depart anytime today. Routing: this program also operates in the reverse, starting at Sitka and ending in Petersburg. As well, the last sailing starts in Petersburg and ends in Ketchikan. Itinerary: as with all expedition cruises, the itinerary may change based on weather, wildlife activity, and interests of the guests. This itinerary is to give you a general idea of the trip only and may not be the exact route your cruise will take. An extended 11 day/10 night itinerary is also offered in July and August – please ask us for details of the longer program.