The Alaskan Experience
The mighty Admiralty Island brown bear (Ursus arctos). The Islands of Southeast Alaska are home to some of the largest bears in world. xoots – is the Tlingit name for these bears.
Our cruises take place along the famed Inside Passage, amid the rugged evergreen covered islands of the Alexander Archipelago. On each all-inclusive voyage, you’ll have opportunity to sail narrow fjords, wonder at massive glaciers, hike in dense rainforest, watch hundreds of feeding humpback whales, and anchor in quiet, secluded coves. Our voyages are an intimate look at the real Alaska, impossible to experience from a large cruise ship! Some of the activities we offer:
Ready to experience the real Southeast Alaska? Our cruises will give you the opportunity to participate in most, or all, of the above activities. Want to plan your own personalized trip? Whatever your interests, we can cater to them with our all-inclusive custom charters. Give us a call today and we’ll begin working with you on a customized Alaska adventure like no other!
Bull Killer Whale Surfacing
Any of our all-inclusive custom charters will include as much of the Alaska Experience as preferred. All or al-a-carte, it’s your choice.
All our trips that are reserved by the cabin will include many of the above mentioned activities and more!
Give us a call today and we’ll begin working with you on plans for a customized Alaska adventure like you’ve never experienced before!
Here’s a list of just some of the fun things to do and see on these trips:
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Glaciers & Icebergs
The ice fields and glaciers of Southeast Alaska are some of the last remnants of once vast ice sheets. Cruise “back in time” through an iceberg strewn fjord, and stand in awe of an enormous calving glacier.
Salmon Streams
Salmon are a vital component of life in the Tongass rainforest ecosystem, and their annual return to their natal streams is a much anticipated event! Take a hike to a salmon stream or visit a hatchery, and watch for bears drawn to the bounty.
Deep Sea Fishing
Drop a line with our professional quality fishing rods & reels, and bring in a halibut or salmon. Your catch of the day can be filleted and prepared by our chef, for an unmatched culinary delight.
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Whales Watching
The Frederick Sound area encompasses some of the best humpback whale watching in the world. At times, you’ll literally be surrounded! Observe fascinating behaviors and listen in on humpback communications.
Marine Mammal Watching
It’s not just humpbacks that make these waters special! Steller sea lions, harbor seals, bow riding Dall’s porpoise, and even killer whales are frequently observed from the Northern Song.
Photography
A cruise aboard the Northern Song provides endless opportunities for photography. Whether your interest lies in capturing sweeping landscapes or magnificent wildlife, we want to help you get the shots you’re dreaming of!
Sea kayaking
Our safe, comfortable and stable kayaks are a wonderful platform for exploring isolated bays and rugged coastlines, even for those with little to no prior experience.
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Rain Forest Hiking
Temperate rain forest, with its towering old growth trees and emerald expanses of moss, makes for fascinating exploring. Join us on a hike to a waterfall, or along meandering trails, and experience this ancient ecosystem firsthand.
Beach Combing
The beaches of this island archipelago also provide excellent opportunities for exploring. Stretch your legs on a secluded stretch of sand, or search for tide pool creatures at low tide.
Flightseeing
Get an unparalleled eagle’s eye view of the vast ice fields stretching east to the Canadian border, and circle the storied peak of Devil’s Thumb. Weather permitting, we can arrange to have you picked up by floatplane right from the Northern Song!
Ancient & Recent Culture
Southeast Alaska has a vivid cultural past. Native American (Tlingit and Haida) tribes and European settlers have both left their indelible marks on the area, and evidence of these cultures makes for intriguing study.
Photo copyright Rainer Fackel
Shrimping
Set out the shrimp traps on the way into a secluded harbor for the night and haul up the catch in the morning. Prepared simply and elegantly by our chef, Alaska’s large and tender spot shrimp are the best of the best!
Crabbing
Toss out the crab traps in one of our many productive locations, and haul in a bounty of delectable Dungeness crab. All-you-can eat crab dinners simply do not come any fresher or more delicious!
Clam Digging
Visit the shore at low tide, and dig a bucket of succulent surf clams. A favorite of guests and a real treat tossed in butter and garlic!
Ready to experience the real Southeast Alaska? Our cruises will give you the opportunity to participate in most, or all, of the above activities. Want to plan your own personalized trip? Whatever your interests, we can cater to them with our all-inclusive custom charters. Give us a call today and we’ll begin working with you on a customized Alaska adventure like no other!
Any of our all-inclusive custom charters will include as much of the Alaska Experience as preferred. All or al-a-carte, it’s your choice.
All our trips that are reserved by the cabin will include many of the above mentioned activities and more!
Give us a call today and we’ll begin working with you on plans for a customized Alaska adventure like you’ve never experienced before!
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Some interesting links for more on Alaska
This group of orca or killer whales was comprised of over two dozen animals! Its always a welcome sight and exhilarating when we cross paths with a group of orca.
Our 4th trip to Alaska and this was the icing on the cake! It was a week of “best evers”—best claming—best crabbing—the best shrimping—best sea lion activity—right up to the boat—marvelous whale activity—fabulous orca pods…
Jon & Ann S
Orlando, Florida
You have given us a week that truly has been filled with experiences and memories that will last for a lifetime. We feel just so fortunate to have been introduced to SE Alaska by you. This is a most beautiful part of the world-The majesty and antiquity of the landscape-weathered over areas by water, ice and wind; the vigor of its nature, epitomized by the forest giants and the black bears; The free spirit of the water and all the creatures that call it home; and the petroglyphs- Those messages left for us by other humankind, who no doubt marveled at the wonders of this natural world, just as we do today.
Dr. Liz T
Kew, Australia
