Kayak With Whales Guided Tour in Juneau
Paddle double kayaks in Southeast Alaska’s humpback feeding grounds
Duration
6 hours
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Guides, gear, lunch
Highlights
Ride a motorboat into the Inside Passage, then paddle tandem kayaks in the Channel Islands State Marine Park with professional guides and a captain. You’ll explore Juneau’s land-and-seascape while looking for marine life, with sightings not guaranteed.
- Cruise by motorboat through the Inside Passage to the Channel Islands
- Paddle tandem kayaks for up to 2 hours with guide instruction
- Explore Southeast Alaska’s marine park scenery by water
- Watch for whales, sea lions, porpoises, seals, and birds from a respectful distance
- Refuel with hearty snacks and lunch during your 6-hour trip
What's Included
- Professional guides and boat captain
- Tandem kayak and all equipment
- Rain gear (hooded jacket, rubber boots, pants)
- State Marine Park permits
- Roundtrip van transportation and water taxi
- Hearty snacks and lunch
- Souvenir water bottle
Things to know
Minimum age is 8, and you must know how to swim and be able to paddle for up to 2 hours. Maximum torso (waist-chest) diameter is 55 inches (140 cm), and pregnant guests are not permitted. This tour requires a minimum of 4 guests to operate, and a liability waiver is required.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 72 hours before the scheduled tour for a full refund. Cancellations under 72 hours are non-refundable. The operator may cancel due to low enrollment, unsafe weather or route conditions, clients not meeting physical requirements, or other safety issues; full refund if the trip has not started.
FAQs
You ride in tandem (double) kayaks, and you must know how to swim. You should be able to confidently paddle for up to 2 hours.
Maximum torso (waist-chest) diameter is 55 inches (140 cm). Maximum weight limit (including gear) is 600 lbs for double kayaks. If you’re taller than 6’2" (198 cm), you may find operating the rudder challenging because the pedals only adjust so far.
If you book a private trip, you may bring your own beverages in a small cooler on the motorboat. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the boat or during the trip.
Meeting details
490 S Franklin St Juneau, AK 99801
