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Two types of killer whales inhabit the gulf of alaska. San juan safaris is pleased to offer military personnel, active or retired, and. Dalls porpoise, harbor porpoise, harbor seals, killer whales orca, sitka blacktailed deer, coastal brown bears, and an assortment of. They were very patient with them and answered all the. Juneau excursions and tours gastineau guiding company. This boat is a 6 passenger plus steve trip, so it offered up a far more personalized trip than all of the larger boats, the lady with us was into photography, so steve made sure to get close to the seals and eagle. Cabins are heated, enclosed with a restroom on board for your comfort. Info for cruise ship passengers we make it as easy as possible for cruise ship passengers to enjoy our tours. Whale watching tour juneau tours and shore excursions. Whale watching tour juneau alaska humpback adventures. Look for humpback and orca whales, sea lions, and bald eagles while learning about their behaviors from your guide. Our brand new 28 passenger jet boats were custom built in 2011 for whale watching in alaskan waters. Every trip is led by a certified marine naturalist whose knowledge and passion for vancouver islands marine wildlife is unequaled in the industry, and every vessel in our fleet is equipped with hydrophones to bring the underwater experience to light.
Seven whale watching companies in juneau are the first in the state to. The ad11s have become an easy pod for tour boats to identify, having two bulls, two. Our guides and naturalists work to create educational, fun, and engaging tours that. Pristine blue waters, breaching whales, bald eagles soaring overhead these are just some of the reasons to take advantage of this whalewatching tour in beautiful juneau, alaska. Orca spirits three hour whale watching tours run daily from april through october. Service was first class and we got to see whales and orca. On a whale watching tour juneau, its possible to see orcas, humpback whales, dalls porpoise, harbor seals, stellar sea lions and other land based animals like bears and eagles. Ever since eva saulitis began her whale research in alaska in the 1980s, she has. Tour schedule for whale watching in friday harbor, san juan island. Your juneau whale watching adventure begins with a narrated transfer from the juneau cruise ship pier in downtown juneau to auke bay. Nothing makes you feel so powerfully alive as the sight of one, especially in an intimate setting and at close range like what youll find with. We had looked into dolphin jet boat tours because they have a guarantee. It is 42 feet long and 12 feet wide, and is the fastest excursion vessel in southeast alaska.
The orca, or killer whale, is also common to juneau. We saw humpback whales, doll porpoises, seals, and eagles. Find juneau whale watching information, charters and tours. Info for cruise ship passengers dolphin jet boat tours. On this exclusive whale watching cruise, youll enjoy more time on the water watching these majestic creatures with a total of 3 hours of water time all while being able to escape the crowds on a boat that holds a maximum of 618 passengers. Juneau companies alaska galore tours, allen marine tours, gastineau guiding, juneau whale watching tours, orca enterprises. Orca orcinus orca orca, also known as killer whales, can be seen any day of the year near juneau. Some juneau whalewatching companies commit to a higher. Orca spirit has always taken special care to practice respectful whale watching by following strict guidelines around vessel speed, viewing distance, and radio and engine usage. Exclusive juneau whale watching tour shore excursions. In the spring, they may be seen in juneau and icy strait region, possibly feeding on salmon. Alaska tales juneau whale watching tours in alaska. Times are tough for the travel community right now.
Full guidelines maintain a distance of 200 meters from killer whales and 100 meters. Enjoy a whales guaranteed wildlife cruise aboard a deluxe catamaran, and then step ashore on a remote island to enjoy a delicious salmon bake feast in a spectacular wilderness setting. Our experienced captain and knowledgeable naturalist lead the way on an unforgettable search for whales around juneau. Our fully customized, mammalsafe jet boat, the awesome orca, was designed and built specifically for whalewatching and wildlife tours and the comfort of our guests. In its 15th year of operation, alaskanowned company juneau tours and whale watch weighs in as the largest independent tour provider in southeast alaska. You will get the chance to see humpback whales, and if youre lucky, there is also a healthy orca killer whale population that frequents our area about once. It features a fully enclosed, heated cabin with fantastic viewing from every seat. Our juneau whale watching tours offer other wildlife possibilities. From sales agents and dock representatives to bus driversguides, naturalistsdeck hands and boat captains, juneau tours and whale watch treats everyone like wellloved family. Your experience will be indepth, authentic, genuine and personalized.
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Your support will go a long way in helping tour operators worldwide get back on their feet down the road. Whale watching tours are offered in juneau and near glacier bay. Begin with a cruise to view humpback whales and other marine life from a picture perfect vantage point. Discover why whale watching here is at the top of many outdoor adventurers bucket lists.
The star of the tour is the humpback whale, but we. Our tour buses always meet passengers in the same convenient spot at the base of the mount roberts tramway, which is a short walk or shuttle ride from the dock. Tour includes whale watching cruise with onboard naturalist. Whale watching in juneau, alaska is about humpback whales and beautiful scenery, glaciers, seal lions, eagles, and that you should always have your camera rolling. Make the most of your time in juneau on this whale watching boat trip. Captain larry orca enterprises llc, juneau, alaska. The adventure continues to mendenhall glacier, where you can choose from a. At the core of our juneau tours and excursions is a passionate guide who opens a doorway to the wild places that will stir your soul.
North gulf oceanic society whale research, conservation. Alaska humpback adventures exists to give honor to god by providing a safe, personal, and authentic alaskan whale watching experience. Committed to our community, we take pride in our services and our vast knowledge of the local waters. The 10 best alaska whale watching tours book alaskan. This family operation is all about the customer experience. Step into alaska with one of these dedicated and knowledgeable local guides. Juneau, alaskas professional whale watching and wildlife. Juneau is the best spot for whale watching in alaska. Whale watching and wildlife quest juneau, ak allen. Killer whales of southern alaska north gulf oceanic society. These hunters search for salmon and small marine mammals over a large area.
Experience alaskan wildlife and wilderness with ease on a halfday group tour. Alaska whale watching tours best in seward, whittier. Adolphus, an area considered one of the top whale watching locations in alaska. A 25 minute journey through the picturesque landscape of southeast alaska will take you to auke bay harbor. Wrap three popular juneau experiences into one hasslefree outing on this multipart tour.
They are the largest, fastest and most powerful members of the dolphin family. Take a whalewatching cruise to look for humpback whales in the wild. Dolphin jet boat tours juneau whale watching tours. Or, if youd rather learn more about the city than the wildlife, consider the mendenhall glacier and juneau city combo tour. The best place in the world to see orca aka killer whales, and more.
This exciting tour combines a whales guaranteed cruise with alaskas finest wilderness salmon bake. Our fully customized, mammalsafe jet boat, the awesome orca, was designed and built specifically for whale watching and wildlife tours and the comfort of our guests. Harbor seals, killer whales, bald eagles, and an assortment of shorebirds. Youll have the opportunity to view humpback whales, orca, sea lions, porpoise, seals, eagles and more. Following a motorcoach ride to scenic auke bay, youll. Killer whales, also known as orcas, are not really a whale at all but are members of the dolphin family. Orca whale watch tours the waterways surrounding the san juan islands are considered the best place in the world to observe orcas killer whales in the wild, and the best location in the islands to access those waters is san juan outfitters exclusive marine adventure center at roche harbor. Alaskas spectacular marine life and one of its best known glaciers all in a half day program on a boat holding a maximum of 40 guests.
Why juneau is the alaska whale watching destination. Killer orca whale watching seattle to san juan islands. Our alaska kayaking tour routes were chosen for their superior whale watching success. Juneau whale watching tours and excursions juneau tours.
Orca whales also occur in large numbers in southeast alaska. We see a pod of orca about every five days during the summer, as they forage nearby. Humpback whales, bald eagles, steller sea lions, lighthouses and a view of the mendenhall glacier. Your captain and informative nature guide will show you the best wildlife viewing on juneaus waters. Juneau whale watching tours with harv and marvs include lots of photo opportunities. Daily boat tours to tracy arm rarely return without whale sightings and youll often spot many on a single trip. Our 34 hour adventure whale watching tours depart from friday harbor, just steps from the ferry landing. But our shamu doesnt jump through hoops like he does at sea world. Alaska whale watching tours is dedicated to providing the best wildlife viewing and whale watching experiences in juneau. Plenty of whale tours let you watch the orcas and humpbacks as they breach and spout from the waterbut not many also let you eavesdrop on the big mammals conversations. Orca enterprises is an alaskan family owned whale watching tour company. Experience the magic of whale watching aboard one of our comfortable boats. The crew ben and jerry were excellent with us and my children. Your 3 hour whale watching adventure begins when you board a coach bus that departs downtown juneau from the mt.
We specialize in the finest juneau whale watching and hiking. Tours from juneau whale watch tend to sell out travelers recommend booking in advance. Juneau, alaskas professional whale watching and wildlife tours alaska, the last frontier, land of the midnight sun, northern lights, glaciers calving into pristine waters, grizzly bears feasting on wild salmon, otters frolicking in kelp beds, eagles soaring overhead, humpback and killer whales feeding and playing in quiet inlets. Explore the waters around juneau aboard a scenic cruise. This popular 3hour whale watching excursion travels to pt. Alaska whale watching tours, orca or killer whale identification. Our primary projects are the study of the killer whaleorca population off the coast of.
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