Icy point, Hoonah Alaska, whales, Boat, things to do,
Overview
We specialize in whale watching in small groups, 6 to 15 passengers total on our tours, This allows for a more personalized experience and why most people chose our tours over other competitors. Our vessels are 32 and "38 feet long" and 6 to 16 passengers, Our competitors are 38 feet with over 30 passengers. want to feel like sardines in a can or like cattle being herded together then our competitors are the choice for you. We provide Pickup and drop off from just outside the cruise ship facility. As a bounus we pick you up in one of our limousine.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
Meeting and Pickup
***Pick up time is 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR DEPARTURE TIME******we DO NOT pickup at the Excursion Hub******PRINT OUT OR SCREEN SHOT DIRECTIONS TO PICKUP LOCATION PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AS THERE IS NO CELL SERVICE AT ICY STRAIT POINT PORT***ALLOW ENOUGH TIME TO GET FROM YOUR SHIP TO THE PICK UP LOCATION.If you are docked at the Ocean Landing dock it will take the average walker about 10-15 minutes to walk across the port to the pickup location at the Main Gate/Shuttle Bus Round About. Walk along the boardwalk. Go past the Museum and Doughnut Shop and continue to the Main Shuttle Bus Round About. On the far side of Round About exit between Visitor Info Booth and red Security shack. Driver will be there with White Catch of the Day sign.If you are docked at the Wilderness dock you will need to allow time to ride the FREE green gondola from the ship dock into the main port area. Exit the gondola and take the small gravel path toward the Excursion Hub. Go THROUGH the Excursion Hub and past the Restrooms and turn left. Continue to the Main Shuttle Bus Round About. On the far side of the Round About exit between Visitor Info booth and red Security shack. Driver will be on other side of Security shack with white Catch of the Day sign.
What To Expect
We pick up passengers from the cruise ship port, 15 at a time. The drive from cruise ship port to the harbor is 15-17 minutes. Our vessel are a 32 ft power cat or our 38ft Power Cat. The tour is 3 hours from start to finish to find Humpback whales, porpoise, sea otters, eagles, seals, brown bear, deer and, possibly, orcas. There is no telling what we may see while out on tour. Our vessel has bench seating, a heated cab, Has rear deck for viewing the wildlife and a restroom on board with a marine head.. A big selling point for our tour is the lack of sea sickness. Our vessel rolls 78% less then traditional mono hull. Our captain has over 30 years of experience. You will have a personalized, small group tour that is informative and comfortable.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No children under 5 years of age
- Not limited mobility accessible
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(9)Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
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Activity code: C-12346P4
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Average 4.95 out of 5 stars based on 157 traveler reviews collected by Cool Alaska and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Alaska customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Icy point, Hoonah Alaska, whales, Boat, things to do,. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Private transportation.
- All Fees and Taxes.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Icy point, Hoonah Alaska, whales, Boat, things to do, is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Icy point, Hoonah Alaska, whales, Boat, things to do, will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Alaska. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No children under 5 years of age
- Not limited mobility accessible
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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