- Goldbelt Tram - Meeting at the base of of the Mount Roberts Tramway for your tour pickup and get transported out the Alaska Boat and Kayak Rental Shop
- Alaska Boat & Kayak Rental Shop - Gear up, receive paddle instruction, and launch kayaks
- Inside Passage - Paddle around scenic Auke Bay and enjoy sweeping ocean and mountain views. Keep your eyes open for harbor seals, sea lions, salmon, eagles, and other wildlife as you navigate out of the harbor into the open ocean. Route and destination will be determined by weather and marine conditions.
- Alaska Boat & Kayak Rental Shop - After the paddle portion, de-gear and warm up next to the fire. Enjoy light snacks before loading into the van and heading to the Mendenhall Glacier.
- Mendenhall Glacier - Enjoy sweeping views the Mendenhall Glacier, surrounding mountain peaks, and Nugget Falls. This is a short walk through the Tongass National Forest to the viewpoint.
- Goldbelt Tram - After the Mendenhall Glacier, get transported back downtown
- Roundtrip van transportation
- Double Kayaks, Paddling Gear, and Dry Bags
- Professional guides
- Rain gear provided (including hooded jacket, rubber boots and pants)
- Hearty Snacks with local ingredients and bottled water
- Forest service permits
- Guide Gratuities
Embark on a spellbinding sea kayak journey along the enchanting Auke Bay, including a brief interlude at the Mendenhall Glacier. Your adventure kicks off with thorough guidance from our seasoned instructors about paddling skills and safety measures, making sure you’re fully equipped for the forthcoming voyage. With our tandem kayaks primed, you’ll set sail with your ensemble, taking in breathtaking marine panorammics juxtaposed by mountainous vistas. During the summertime, you might cross paths with acrobatic salmon and curious harbor seals as you skim over the sea’s superficial waters. Be on the lookout for the fragile charm of starfish and the hypnotic realm of anemones. Don’t neglect to scan the horizons where majestic eagles commonly take flight. Following your kayaking escapade, you’ll carry on to the beachfront of West Glacier Trail, providing distant perspectives of the Mendenhall Glacier, Nugget Falls, and the neighboring mountain peaks.
- Please note, this tour requires a minimum of 4 to operate. If minimum requirement is not met, reservation is subject to change or cancellation.
- Minimum age 8 years old
- All Clients will be outfitted in double kayaks and must know how to swim. Clients should be able to confidently paddle for up to 2 hours.
- Clients must disclose information regarding pertinent medical conditions/history, allergies and any type of restriction or limitation that might introduce a higher degree of challenge on this trip. Clients need to disclose any dietary restrictions.
- Due to the inherent risks involved in this type of tour, pregnant guests are not permitted to participate.
- This trip operates in all weather conditions (barring unsafe conditions, to be determined by ABAK) – We can’t stress enough how important it is to dress appropriately.
- RELEASE OF LIABILITY/ASSUMPTION OF RISK FORM: Every participant on the trip must sign a Release of Liability/Assumption of Risk form at the start of the trip. Alterations and/or deletions to the waiver are not permitted
- NOTE ON KAYAKING SIZE/WEIGHT LIMITATIONS: Our kayaks can accommodate a maximum torso (waist-chest) diameter of 52 inches (132cm). Maximum weight limits including gear are 300lbs (660kg) for single kayaks and 600lbs (1320kg) for double kayaks. People taller than 6’2″ (198cm) have a hard time operating the rudder because the pedals only adjust to a certain maximum distance. However, people as tall as 6’6″ have been able to paddle in our kayaks.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.