Ship: Safari Explorer
Itinerary: Discoverers' Glacier Country
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| Day 1 : | Juneau, Embarkation |
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| Days 2-3 : | Glacier Bay National Park |
| Day 4 : | Icy Strait |
| Day 5 : | Frederick Sound & Sea Lions |
| Day 6 : | Admiralty Island - Bears |
| Day 7 : | Fords Terror & Endicott Arm |
| Day 8 : | Disembark in Juneau |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||
| Single | Master | Commander | Captain | Admiral | Commandore | ||
| 8 | May 14, 2010 | $5,595 | $4,895 | $5,295 | $5,595 | $6,295 | $7,495 |
| 8 | May 21, 2010 May 28, 2010 Sep 3, 2010 |
$6,395 | $5,595 | $5,995 | $6,395 | $7,195 | $8,395 |
| 8 | Jun 4, 2010 Jun 11, 2010 Jun 18, 2010 Jun 25, 2010 Jul 2, 2010 Jul 9, 2010 Jul 16, 2010 Jul 23, 2010 Jul 30, 2010 Aug 6, 2010 Aug 13, 2010 Aug 20, 2010 |
$7,995 | $6,995 | $7,495 | $7,995 | $8,995 | $10,795 |
| 8 | Aug 27, 2010 | $7,195 | $6,295 | $6,795 | $7,195 | $8,095 | $9,595 |
| Destinations : Alaska, North America Activities : Cultural Activities, Expedition Cruising, Hiking, Modern History, Nature Viewing, Paddling, Photography, Whale Watching |
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- All rates are quoted in USD and represent cost per person, based on double occupancy.
- Quoted rates include all excursions, meals, educational programming, transfers, taxes, port charges and fees.
In Southeast Alaska, meander through the largest national forest in the United States - home to grizzly bears, black bears, mountain goats, bald eagles and wolves. On your way to view Alaska's massive glaciers, enter some of the world's deepest fjords to hike and kayak while other vessels' guests stay shipside. In the still of the evening, watch bears ambling along wild shorelines. Everywhere in the swirling currents below, the world's largest mammals, the great whales, forage in bountiful waters along the sheltered coastline. Meet Alaska and its wildlife at eye level for a vacation of a lifetime! Journey Highlights: * 2-days of in-depth exploration of Glacier Bay National Park with a Park Ranger * Kayaking and small-boat exploration * Quiet nights at anchor in secluded bays & coves * Beachcombing and guided hikes * Daily insights from your onboard Expedition Leaders/Naturalists
Day 1 : Juneau, Embarkation
Upon arrival you will be transferred from the airport to board the yacht. Your crew greets you with champagne and smiles, and cruise to a secluded wilderness anchorage this evening.
Days 2-3 : Glacier Bay National Park
Over the two days in the park travel nearly 60 miles cruising up-bay to Grand Pacific and Margerie Glaciers, which frequently calve huge icebergs into the bay. If conditions permit, lower the inflatable and weave among the icebergs that have fallen from the face of the glaciers. Enjoy evenings at anchor in hidden coves, and mornings paddling your kayaks in the quiet of this majestic wilderness. And what will you find? Here in the bay there are puffins and sea lions, mountain goats and bears, moose, eagles, and scenery more spectacular than any place on Earth. Glacier Bay is at its best when explored by small groups on a nimble yacht over the course of two days to hike and kayak inside the bay and wilderness areas.
Day 4 : Icy Strait
During today's ultimate day of exploration, there's no agenda to follow except to experience every moment scouring the nutrient-rich waters in search for humpbacks, porpoise, sea lions and other wildlife. Marvel at the grand scenery of the Alaskan wilderness as your crew expertly guides you through those "not in the guide book" areas that only the locals know. Join the Captain on the bridge or out on deck in search for marine mammals. Late afternoon, have the opportunity to drop the skiffs and kayaks to further explore the shoreline of a remote bay. The afternoon and evening will be spent at Point Adolphus, Alaska's most famous humpback whale feeding area. Be on the watch for the telltale blow of humpback whales as we cruise through Icy Strait. Before retiring for the evening enjoy the wilderness solitude while relaxing in the upper deck hot tub or enjoy a nightcap with your fellow yachtmates in the salon.
Day 5 : Frederick Sound & Sea Lions
Today cruise around wilderness Admiralty Island to more prime humpback-viewing waters in Frederick Sound. Take time for skiff operations and sea kayaking in Saginaw Bay, and cruise up-close to a sea lion colony at the Brothers Islands. Tonight anchor in a remote and picturesque bay.
Day 6 : Admiralty Island - Bears
Tuck into Gambier Bay, a large, island-speckled body of water on the south coast of Admiralty Island National Monument. Drop the kayaks and launch the skiff for up-close exploration of this cool forested bay. Never logged, the thick evergreen forest crowds right down to the gravel beaches. Here is an outstanding opportunity to spot the huge brown or grizzly bears for which Admiralty Island is famous. At low tide they're right down on the beaches, seeking a shellfish supper. Once again under way, watch for humpback whales before anchoring at Wood Spit for more exploration by kayak and skiff.
Day 7 : Fords Terror & Endicott Arm
Cliff-walled fjords sliced into the mountainous mainland are on tap today as you tuck into an area widely acclaimed as the most beautiful in all of Alaska. Snow gleams on mountaintops high overhead, as bears amble on the shoreline and mountain goats cling to impossibly precarious perches. Seemingly every few hundred yards another sparkling waterfall tumbles down the cliffs. Enjoy a skiff ride at Ford's Terror, named after an early mariner who was somewhat taken aback when a waterfall appeared at the turn of the tide where none had been visible at high tide. Anchor overnight at Taku Harbor to enjoy a festive Captain's Farewell Dinner followed by a slideshow presentation in the salon by the Expedition Leader recapping your week-long journey.
Day 8 : Disembark in Juneau
Transfer to the airport or hotel.
Ship Description: Safari Explorer
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Take your adventures to a new level aboard the Safari Explorer
The Safari Explorer is exquisitely appointed with new design features such as an intimate Wine Library and spa area including a large hot tub, sauna, fitness equipment, yoga classes and complimentary massage.
Accommodations
All staterooms feature heated tile floors in the bathroom; Tempur-Pedic® memory foam mattresses; Flat-screen TV/DVD; iPod docking station. All staterooms have view windows (no portholes).
COMMODORE SUITES (2)
Separate sitting area, king or twin beds, private bath with Jacuzzi tub & shower, view window and sliding glass door with balcony.
ADMIRAL STATEROOMS (3)
King or twin beds, windowed door or windows, private bath with Jacuzzi tub & shower.
CAPTAIN STATEROOM (1)
King or twin beds, view window, windowed door and private bath with Jacuzzi tub & shower.
COMMANDER STATEROOMS (2)
King or twin beds, view window, windowed door and private bath with tub & shower.
MASTER STATEROOMS (9)
Queen or twin beds, view window, windowed door and private bath with tub & shower.
SINGLE STATEROOM (1)
Twin bed, view window, windowed door, private bath with shower. Pullman berth available.
Amenities & Activities
• Sauna, yoga classes and complimentary massages, plus on-deck hot tub
• On-board exercise equipment such as elliptical trainer and exercise bike
• Large screen TVs/DVD's in both salon dining room and an exclusive wine library
• A full-beam swim-step for ease in boarding the double or solo sea kayaks the high-speed skiffs
• Hair dryers, bathrobes, alarm clock, i-Pod docking station/clock, binoculars and TV/DVD in each stateroom
• Heated tile floors in bathrooms
• Tempur-pedic® memory foam mattresses
• A DVD and book library highlighting hundreds of titles and information on cruising destinations as well as fiction and
other genres
• Fishing in Alaska and snorkel in Hawaii
• Included bar stocked with premium spirits, fine wines and micro-brews
Ship Specifics:
Length: 145
Beam: 36
Draft: 8.5
Cruise Speed: 10
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 2008
Staterooms: 18
Guest Max: 40
Crew: 15
Routes: Alaska, Columbia & Snake Rivers, Hawaii
Single B6. Twin bed, view window, windowed door, private bath with shower. |
MasterB3, B7-14. Queen or twin beds, view window, windowed door, private bath with shower. |
CommanderB15, B16. King or twin beds, view window, windowed door, private bath with shower. |
CaptainB2. King or twin beds, view window, windowed door, private bath with Jacuzzi & shower. |
AdmiralB1, C1, C2. King or twin beds, windows, private bath with Jacuzzi & shower. |
CommandoreA1, A2. Separate sitting area, king or twin beds, private bath with Jacuzzi & shower, window and sliding door with balcony. |
