Juneau Whale Watching Kayak Tour
Paddle Southeast Alaska’s whale-feeding waters with a scenic marine cruise
Duration
6 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Guides, kayak gear, lunch
Highlights
Cruise to the Channel Islands State Marine Park, then explore Southeast Alaska’s waters by tandem kayak. Your guide and captain share local knowledge as you travel through marine wildlife habitat.
- Cruise through humpback whale feeding grounds and coastal scenery
- Paddle tandem kayaks after safety instruction from your guide
- Look for marine life including whales, seals, sea lions, porpoises, and birds
- Explore remote shorelines and waters within the state marine park
- Learn about the area’s natural history from your guide and captain
Itinerary
45 min - Pick up from Downtown
1.5 Hours - Scenic Wildlife and Whale Watching Cruise
1-2 Hours - Land on a remote island, have a snack, and launch your kayak!
1 Hour - Cruise Back to the Harbor
45 minutes De-Gear and Transport back Downtown
What's Included
- Professional guides and boat captain
- Tandem kayak and equipment
- Rain gear
- State marine park permits
- Roundtrip van transportation and water taxi
- Hearty snacks and lunch
- Souvenir water bottle
Important details
- Ages 8+ only
- Swimming ability is required
- Requires confident tandem-kayak paddling for up to 2 hours
- Maximum waist-chest diameter is 55 inches
- Maximum combined weight for a double kayak, including gear, is 600 lbs
- People taller than 6'2" may find the kayak rudder pedals challenging to operate
- Pregnant participants cannot join due to the risks of the activity
- Sign a liability waiver before the trip
- Disclose relevant medical conditions, allergies, dietary restrictions, and physical limitations
- Tours operate in all weather except unsafe conditions; dress to get wet
- Whale and wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, and marine mammals must be viewed from at least 100 yards away
- Local sales tax applies and is not included in the listed price
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 72 hours before the tour for a full refund; cancellations under 72 hours are nonrefundable. Full refund if the operator cancels before the trip starts due to low enrollment, unsafe weather or route conditions, physical requirements, or other safety issues. Medical cancellations require valid documentation within 2 weeks.
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
