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Alaska Sea Adventures Guides & Naturalists

Jim Nahmens Naturalist & Photographer

Jim Nahmens is a wildlife photographer and guide from Northern California. Jim has traveled throughout Alaska’s Inside Passage for over 38 years.  He has worked with humpback whale researchers in Hawaii, Alaska, and Western Australia.

Jim has collected a personal humpback whale fluke-ID catalog of over 700 individuals, knowing dozens by sight, and loves to share stories of individual whales he has seen for years.

He has also served as an advisor to the Petersburg Marine Mammal Center, designing and developing a humpback whale educational interactive exhibit, public display panels, and a radio program. He owned a successful wildlife photography business for 20 years, focusing on humpback whales and other marine mammals.

As a former President of the Alaska Whale Foundation, he’s dedicated to protecting these animals and sharing their story with the world.

Join Jim on an unforgettable Alaskan yacht cruise and discover the magic of the humpback whale.

Dr. Adam A. Pack Professor, University of Hawai’i Hilo Co-founder and President, The Dolphin Institute

Dr. Adam Pack

World-renowned marine mammal expert Guide Dr. Adam Pack offers an unparalleled Alaskan yacht cruise experience. With over 40 years studying whales and dolphins, his deep knowledge and passion for these majestic creatures bring your Alaskan cruise adventure to life.

Learn more about social behavior, whale life histories and identification, migration timing, and more!

Discover the secrets of the ocean with a true pioneer in marine mammal research.

Dr. Pack’s latest findings on humpback whales

We had a truly awesome experience. Captain Harley & crew of Katy, Ryan, and Bart were highly competent, warm, welcoming, helpful. Whale expert, Adam Pack, was full of knowledge, enthusiasm, and fun. We greatly enjoyed getting to know the crew, Adam, and the other guests.
Our focus was on whales, but we also loved visiting the glacier, hot springs, fish hatchery with bears. Would not change a thing about our experience. Surpassed my expectations, which were high!
By Eric C for “Focus on Whales” with Guide Dr. Adam Pack A154 on Aug 02, 2024

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