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Chilkoot Lake Nature and Wildlife Viewing (2.5 hrs in Haines)
- Duration2h 30m
- Max Travelers10 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryBest Conversion, Bus Tours
Overview
See if you can spot bald eagles, harbor seals, and brown bears during this 2.5-hour viewing at Chilkoot Lake State Park. Follow your knowledgeable guide to various scenic spots throughout the park.
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What's included
Driver/guide
Port pickup
What's Not included
Gratuities
Lunch
Itinerary
Visit a true naturalistu2019s paradise - Haines, Alaska. Haines boasts some of the most pristine wild country in Southeast Alaska. Your expert naturalist guide will share their knowledge of this areau2019s unique wildlife, plants, and ecosystems.
Pause on your way to the Chilkoot Lake State Recreation Site to learn about the Lynn Canal ecosystem and get a safety briefing about being in bear country.
In May, June and July, the wildflowers are at their peak and eagles are busy caring for their young on the nest. Beginning in late July, the river fills with migrating salmon, while brown bears come down to the riveru2019s edge to feed. As the number of salmon in the river increases, the likelihood of seeing bears down along the river increases, with a good probability of bear sightings from early August through late September.
As you drive through the park, your guide knows the best places to stop for scenery and the possibility of wildlife spotting. Your guide is equipped with a powerful spotting scope to bring the wildlife in close, and your guide will help interpret the behavior of the various wildlife and explain how the animals fit into the Chilkootu2019s complex ecosystem. Make sure you bring your camera to take advantage of the numerous photo opportunities.
Fort William H Seward overlooks the Port Chilkoot Cruise Ship Dock. Built by the US Army in 1904, the fort has a storied past and is now privately owned and maintained featuring a number of outdoor art installations, restaurants and shops. nPass through on your way back to your ship.
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of 2 people is required for tour to run
At time of booking, please provide the name of your Cruise Ship or Hotel accommodation so we know where to meet you for the tour.
This tour requires a certain amount of walking on uneven and rocky surfaces.
Motorized wheelchairs or scooters cannot be accommodated.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.