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Icy Strait Private Whale Watching Charter

Excursion Overview

Private Whale Watching Adventure in Icy Strait, Alaska

This private whale watching and wildlife tour in Icy Strait, Alaska, offers an unforgettable 3.5-hour experience for up to six guests. Departing from the quiet waters near Hoonah, the tour explores the rich feeding grounds of Icy Strait and Port Frederick, where humpback whales gather during the summer months. With a knowledgeable local captain at the helm, guests enjoy a relaxed, crowd-free adventure through some of Southeast Alaska’s most scenic and wildlife-filled waterways.

Throughout the tour, guests have the opportunity to witness humpback whales in their natural habitat. The journey also offers chances to spot sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, bald eagles, and, occasionally, orca whales. Designed for small groups, this intimate experience allows for exceptional viewing and photography while surrounded by the natural beauty and tranquility of Alaska’s coastal wilderness.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • 3 hours of whale watching
  • Roundtrip transportation from the Icy Strait Excursions Hub

Requirements:

  • Guests must be comfortable walking up and down a ramp to the vessel. It can be steep at times due to the tide. Guests must also be able to get on and off the vessel from the dock. For this reason, this tour is not wheelchair or limited mobility accessible.

Duration: 3.5 hours (Roundtrip from the Icy Strait Excursions Hub)

  • 30 minutes - roundtrip transportation to Hoonah City Commercial Dock
  • 3 hours - whale watching

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour meets at the Icy Strait Excursion Hub. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • This tour is not wheelchair or limited mobility accessible. Guests must be able to negotiate a sometimes extremely steep ramp to the boat due to extreme tides.

Refund Policy:

  • You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
  • Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

This tour utilizes a Coast Guard-inspected vessel that can accommodate up to 6 guests.

The boat has a portable head (toilet) available, but privacy is limited and it’s recommended you use the restroom facilities prior to departure.

The waters the local team operate in are usually pretty calm. If you are prone to seasickness, we recommend Dramamine or a wristband. Over the years, less than 1% of guests have gotten seasick.

Humpback whales and other sea animals are protected species and a safe distance of at least 100 yards must be maintained at all times according to NOAA regulations.

Backpacks, small bags, and purses are allowed on this tour.

Warm layers are always recommended as Alaskan weather can change quite rapidly.

 

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$1,200.00

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$1,200.00

Duration: 3.5 hours

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Duration: 3.5 hours



Private Charter (1-6 guests): $1,200.00

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