Whales, Glaciers & Wildlife - Custom Charter A076

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Whales, Glaciers & Wildlife - Custom Charter A076
Petersburg, AK 99833, USA
May 16 - 23, 2026
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Alaska Sea Adventures
$63,650
Deposit: $17,330

About your trip

 Discover Alaska's Wonders: Whales, Bears, and Birds, from the Luxury of Your Yacht

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day Alaskan adventure aboard your private yacht. Explore the stunning inside passage, discover abundant wildlife in protected waters, and witness the majestic beauty of glaciers, all while enjoying the company of eight to 10 of your closest friends and family. Our all-inclusive cruises are fully customizable, allowing you to check off every highlight on your Alaskan cruise bucket list.

Your Cruise. Your Way.
Discover the untamed beauty of the Inside Passage on your terms. Our flexible itineraries let you choose your bucket list highlights and explore destinations that ignite your imagination. Experience the wonders of Alaska with the freedom and flexibility only a private yacht cruise can offer. We collaborate with all eight passengers to ensure everyone experiences their Alaskan dreams. Go home with memories beyond your wildest expectations and newfound friendships.

Wildlife Encounters Guaranteed
With a more extended 8-day cruise, we have the time to search for whales, bears, mountain goats, bald eagles, porpoises, sea lions, birds, and so much more! Our comfortable zodiacs and kayaks allow you to get up close and personal with nature.

Go Where Most People Don't.
While most people sit on their balcony on an Alaskan cruise, you'll have the adventure to explore the fjords and remote islands and take in the wildlife only accessible by boat.

Delicious Alaskan Cuisine
Enjoy the freshest Alaskan seafood prepared by our chef. Hear captivating stories from your local captain and fisherman about the journey from ocean to plate. You might even catch a Dungeness crab or shrimp for dinner! Come hungry.

No Extra Day Excursion Fees
Most cruises require you to pay for your day excursion separately, but it's all included with us! This means less planning, fewer crowds, and a fun and more intimate experience for you.

Exhilarating, Stable & Fun
Our 85-foot expedition yacht is built for Alaskan waters and has stabilizers for a comfortable, smooth ride. If the weather is rough in one area, we jump to another bay or inlet to have fun and experience those hidden gems. We don't want you to be seasick, so our cruises differ slightly depending on the wildlife and weather. And did we mention that we are a darn FUN group to adventure with?

Fun, Local Captain & Crew
Beyond the breathtaking scenery, your experienced local captain will share stories, local history, geological features, and his life as a commercial fisherman and adventure seeker!

Glacial Fjords, Giant Icebergs & Old Growth
Experience giant icebergs up to the size of a three-story building, calving glaciers before they are gone, and cruise the pristine wilderness of Tongass National Forest, a 17-million-acre expanse—the largest rainforest in the USA.

Why Choose Us

Experience Alaska Like Never Before: Step aboard our 85-foot expedition yacht, designed for comfort and adventure. Our steel-hulled vessel, equipped with NIAD stabilizers, glides effortlessly through Alaskan waters, bringing you closer to glaciers and into remote areas inaccessible to other charters. 


With 50 years of expertise and extensive US Forest Service permits granting access to even more remote and untouched areas, we craft handcrafted itineraries showcasing Alaska's most breathtaking sights. Savor the freshest Alaskan seafood, capture stunning photos of wildlife and landscapes, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Staterooms

 The M/V Northern Song is 85’ x 26’ x 10’ steel world cruiser with a capacity for 8-10 guests in four staterooms. There is a Master Suite that in with a queen-sized bed on the main deck and that includes one queen size bed on the main deck with an ensuite bathroom with a separate bathtub stall and shower. There is the ability to add an extra cot in this stateroom.   There are three guest cabins on the lower deck with a full-size bed and a single upper bed,  and an ensuite bathroom with a separate shower stall.  

Departure & Return Schedule

 You will be picked up at your accommodation at 1:45 pm for a 2:00 pm departure. The boat will return to Petersburg at 2: 00 pm, where you will be delivered to your lodging.     

What's included

All-inclusive

Meals are prepared by our chef, wine with evening meals, and beer throughout your day. Meals include Alaskan seafoods Black cod, halibut, salmon, and crab! Dietary needs can be accommodated.

Essentials

All cabins include towels, bed linens, hair dryers. and select sizes on Alaska boots so you don't have to bring your own.

Eliptical Machine

Outside on our top deck is an eliptical machine to excerise.

Fishing Poles & Tackle

We have crab and shrimp traps if you are wanting to fish.

Kayaks

Sea kayaks are available for excursions in the bays and near the glaciers.

Naturalist

Our Naturalist will share the facts and history of whales, wildlife and Southeast Alaska.

Reference Library

We have a reference library filled with maps and books on Alaska, whales, and local history for you to enjoy in our lounge.

Sales Tax

Sales tax is included in the rate.

Two Tender Boats

There are two tender boats for exploring and getting to shore for beach walks and hiking.

Whale Hydrophone

We have a hydrophone that goes in the water to listen to the whale song then we can gauge when they will surface or potentially bubble feed, so you are ready to capture those incredible photos.

What's not included

Airfares

Alaska Airlines is the only commercial airline that flies into Southeast Alaska.

Fishing Licenses

For crab, or shrimp fishing you must purchase a license. Our crew will help you with purchasing any licenses.

Gratuities

We recommend a gratuity of 10-20% to show your appreciation for exceptional service. Our staff strives to provide the highest level of service.

Hotel Accommodations

We can help with hotel recommendations as we encourage you to come the day prior to boarding and stay the night you depart the boat and then fly out.

Spirits

Wine is provided with dinner and beer is available throughout the day. If you would like any additional spirits, we can pick them up prior to departure or you can bring them aboard.

Trip Insurance

We highly recommend purchasing trip insurance to protect your trip in the event of an emergency.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is available to purchase if you would like to use it or you can unplug and relax!

Petersburg

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Departs and Returns to Petersburg, Alaska


Wildlife

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Exploring for Wildlife

You may have the opportunity to see bears, moose, wolf, deer, porpoises, seals, sea lions, otters, and more! Remember, we can't ever predict what the fish and animals may do, so we can't guarantee what marine life you will get to see, but that is part of the adventure!

Tracy Arm

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Exploring the Fjord

Tracy Arm Fjord is a narrow, deep fjord carved by glaciers in Alaska's Inside Passage.  Towering granite cliffs rise thousands of feet from the water, punctuated by cascading waterfalls that plunge into the sea.  At the head of the fjord, the magnificent Sawyer Glacier calves icebergs into the pristine waters, creating a breathtaking spectacle. 

Glaciers

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Exploring multiple glaciers in the area

Fishing

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For Dungeness Crab & Shrimp

We will set crab and shrimp pots or traps.

Whale Watching

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Exploring for Humpback and Orca Whales

 Humpback whales congregate here to feed on massive schools of fish and krill. With some luck, you may see these endangered giants as they use bubble nets to execute their cooperative feeding attacks. 

Cuisine

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Alaskan Seafood

From the pristine Alaskan waters to your plate, our all-inclusive chef will craft a menu featuring the freshest seasonal seafood – halibut, black cod, salmon, crab, shrimp, and more – tailored to your tastes. Enjoy this "from sea to table" experience with your local captain and discover the importance of sustainable fishing. We happily accommodate all dietary preferences. Unless otherwise requested, a delicious seafood dish is featured at one meal daily. 

Eagle & Bird Watching

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Exploring for Eagles & All the Birds of Alaska

 The rocky shorelines, saltwater marshes, bogs, and woodlands of Southeast Alaska comprise a birder’s paradise.  The diversity of habitats ensures a wide variety of birds can be seen nearby, including large numbers of waterfowl and shorebirds. Bald eagles are common in the Southeast; their numbers are measured in the thousands. 

Birds that are commonly seen.

  • American Dipper
  • Bald Eagle
  • Belted Kingfisher
  • Chestnut-Backed Chickadee
  • Cormorant
  • Black Oystercatcher
  • Black Turnstone
  • Bonaparte’s Gull
  • Common Loon
  • Common Merganser
  • Common Murre
  • Fork-Tailed Storm Petrel
  • Fox Sparrow
  • Greater Yellowlegs
  • Harlequin Duck
  • Jaeger
  • Long-Tailed Duck
  • Marbled Murrelet
  • Pigeon Guillemot
  • Raven
  • Red-Necked Phalarope
  • Rufous Hummingbird
  • Surfbird
  • Surf Scoter
  • White-Winged Scoter
  • Winter Wren The

Kayaking and Boating

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Kayaking Through the Bays

 Explore Alaska's wonders at your leisure.  We'll anchor in stunning bays, providing you with the freedom to discover the highlights using our tender boats or kayaks. Whether you prefer a leisurely cruise or an adventurous paddle, the choice is yours. 

Relax

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Enjoy the Yachting Life on the Water

 Have a glass of wine, play a game, read all the beautiful Alaskan books aboard the boat, edit your incredible photos, or just daydream!  

Final Destination

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Petersburg, Alaska

Petersburg, nicknamed "Little Norway," is a charming island community in Southeast Alaska. Founded by a Norwegian immigrant, Petersburg boasts a rich Scandinavian heritage and a thriving fishing industry.   

Travelers will depart from Petersburg via Alaska Airlines or the Alaskan Marine Highway Ferry. 

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1. Petersburg, AK 99833, USA

Petersburg, AK 99833, USA

About your organizer

Alaska Sea Adventures is a personalized, all-inclusive yacht experience through the waters of Southeast Alaska. We take you off the beaten path to places most people can't even dream of. We take you through the ice, closer to glaciers, and travel across waters where others can’t go due to the challenges of the sea with our 85 ft custom expedition yacht. Highlights of our cruising areas feature: Worlds best whale watching Magnificent calving glaciers The highest concentration of bears

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