M/V Wilderness Explorer
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- THE
MOST IN-DEPTH ADVENTURE CRUISE IN GLACIER BAY AND ICY STRAIT - The
Wilderness Explorer is the only overnight cruise vessel that offers
kayaking in Glacier Bay National Park and our only vessel to focus
exclusively on the Glacier Bay region.
- OUR
MOST ACTIVE WILDERNESS-ONLY CRUISE ADVENTURE - Enjoy hours of
backcountry exploration in areas accessible only by sea kayak and
hikes ashore.
- TRAVEL
IN SMALL GROUPS – We limit the group sizes of off-vessel
expeditions to a maximum of 12 so you can get to know fellow
adventurers while enjoying the quiet of the backcountry. This is a
true wilderness experience.
- FLEXIBILITY
- The schedule aboard the Wilderness Explorer is flexible, providing
the freedom to pause and enjoy those exciting moments when you come
face to face with Alaska’s wildlife and glacial activity.
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- Pre-cruise
lodge overnight at Glacier Bay Lodge
- Roundtrip
flight from Juneau to Glacier Bay, airport transfers and baggage
handling
- Kayak
instruction and all gear including stable two-person sea kayaks, spray
skirt, paddles, and life vest
- Onboard
naturalists to interpret the amazing diversity of flora and fauna of
the region
- Guided
nature walks through remote backcountry areas
- Wonderful
meals onboard featuring Alaska cuisine and seasonal recipes
- Touring
in Zodiac inflatables for easy access to the shore and for up-close
exploration of Alaska’s coastline
- Detailed
pre-departure information including recommended reading and packing
lists
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 Flexibility
is one of the Wilderness Explorer's greatest benefits. Without a rigid
schedule to maintain, the captain is free to go where the beauty, wildlife
and adventure is, even if that means a slightly different itinerary on
every voyage. Generally speaking, two days each will be spent exploring
the areas of Glacier Bay National Park and Icy Strait. We operate under a
special use permit from the U.S. Forest Service, Department of
Agriculture, within the Tongass National Forest and visit up-close places
most will only dream of. The Wilderness Explorer will pause at select
sites in Glacier Bay and along Icy Strait for your off-vessel activities. |
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Itinerary
aboard the M/V Wilderness Explorer
7-
Day / 6- Night CruiseTour roundtrip from Glacier Bay |
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following itinerary provides a general outline of each day’s planned
schedule. The sequence of activities and areas visited on particular days
will vary depending upon the season, Glacier Bay National Park entry
dates, and on varying wildlife viewing opportunities, environmental
conditions and the wishes of our guests. |
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Fly
to Glacier Bay
Fly from Juneau to Glacier Bay and overnight at beautiful
Glacier Bay Lodge. Prepare for your bay adventure by taking in the
educational Park Service presentation and exhibits or by taking a
ranger-led nature walk. |
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Icy
Strait
or Glacier Bay National Park
Spend
your days exploring by sea kayak and hikes ashore among the
wildlife-rich areas of Icy Strait. On either side of this pristine
waterway, are tiny inlets and isolated coves perfect for your
backcountry off-vessel expeditions. Plus, Icy Strait is a prime
viewing area for humpback whales. |
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Glacier
Bay National Park
or Icy Strait
Because
we spend so much time in Glacier Bay, our Captain and crew are experts
on secret, out-of-the-way places that offer the greatest likelihood for
wildlife, discovery and adventure.
One full day will be entirely devoted to glacier viewing, nature
photography, natural history interpretation and observing wildlife in
its natural environment. Glacier Bay is home to 12 tidewater glaciers
including Margerie and Grand Pacific Glaciers. The Park is also home to
an abundance of marine life and thousands of sea birds. Sea lions,
seals, porpoise and three species of whales, the humpback, orca and
minke, ply these pristine waters.
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Disembark
Glacier Bay Lodge
This morning, your active adventure cruise comes to an end.
Disembark the Wilderness Explorer in Glacier Bay in time for your
return flight to Juneau.
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