Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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A minimum of 4 people is required to operate
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We can accommodate dietary restrictions with 48 hours advanced notice.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Haines is home to magnificent wildlife and breathtaking views of the natural world! With an experienced naturalist as your guide, you will see and learn about the plants and animals that make up the ‘wilds’ of Alaska.
The Chilkoot River is home to some of the best bear viewing in Alaska! The river’s huge salmon runs bring good numbers of bears every year. Situated among rugged glaciated peaks, it is home to numerous brown bears, mountain goats, salmon, river otters, and innumerable bald eagles. This area is a birdwatchers paradise with abundant local and migratory birds. Powerful spotting scopes or binoculars allow close-range views of mountain goats grazing in high alpine meadows and nesti...
Highlights
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Spotting Scopes
Professional guide
Driver/guide
Picnic Lunch
Beverages
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
205 Congress Way
If you are not arriving on a cruise ship, Please meet your guide at the Small Boat Harbor 15 minutes prior to departure time to fill out required paperwork.
Return
Haines Wildlife Safari
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Hoonah-Angoon Census Area
About
Haines is home to magnificent wildlife and breathtaking views of the natural world! With an experienced naturalist as your guide, you will see and learn about the plants and animals that make up the ‘wilds’ of Alaska.
The Chilkoot River is home to some of the best bear viewing in Alaska! The river’s huge salmon runs bring good numbers of bears every year. Situated among rugged glaciated peaks, it is home to numerous brown bears, mountain goats, salmon, river otters, and innumerable bald eagles. This area is a birdwatchers paradise with abundant local and migratory birds. Powerful spotting scopes or binoculars allow close-range views of mountain goats grazing in high alpine meadows and nesti...
Highlights
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Spotting Scopes
Professional guide
Driver/guide
Picnic Lunch
Beverages
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
205 Congress Way
If you are not arriving on a cruise ship, Please meet your guide at the Small Boat Harbor 15 minutes prior to departure time to fill out required paperwork.
Return
Itinerary
1
Skagway
Your guide will help you onto the ferry for a comfortable 45 minute narrated scenic ride across the Lynn Canal to Haines.
45 minutes
2
Haines
Enjoy the simplicity and beauty of small-town Haines on your way to Chilkoot Lake. Along the way, your guides will regale you with local natural history, geology, and Gold Rush tales as they point out snow-capped peaks, thick timber forests, and the abundant wildlife.
3
Chilkoot River
The Chilkoot River Valley offers incredible wildlife viewing. Brown Bears, eagles, mountain goats, and spawning salmon are commons sights. Our guides are expert naturalists and enjoy sharing their love and knowledge of the Alaskan wilderness.
30 minutes
4
Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Area
At Chilkoot Lake, we will provide powerful spotting scopes or binoculars to allow close-range views of mountain goats grazing in high alpine meadows and nesting eagles.
