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Alaska Boat Tour: Discover Upper Lynn Canal History
5.0
33 Ratings
Skagway
Explore Alaska’s history and natural wonders on a 3-hour waterfalls tour. Discover shipwrecks, wildlife, and savor local smoked salmon.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Dyea - We will take a short pause in Dyea, the historic gateway to the Chilkoot Trail, which was pivotal during the 1898 Gold Rush. You will have the opportunity to see the same views that greeted the early miners upon their arrival. Along our way we will stop in Nahku Bay where the Sailing Vessel Bark Canda was finally laid to rest and interesting story of piracy.
- Skagway - We will travel 15 miles down the Lynn Canal the deepest fjord in North America and visit around 15 spectacular waterfalls; we’ll bring the boat in as close as possible to provide you with an intimate experience. Waterfalls are not the only we’ll be looking at so expect stops for our resident wildlife.
- Haines - Taiyasanka Harbor is a rare natural harbor that was created by the last ice age. We stop here to take a moment to enjoy the picturesque scenery and have a snack of Alaska smoked salmon, a local delicacy. We Continue on looking for wildlife and stopping off at one of our largest falls.
What's Included
- Snacks
Additional Information
A more personal tour. You will be traveling by boat discovering the rich tapestry of Alaska’s history and natural wonders as you embark on a journey through the upper Lynn Canal. Explore shipwrecks and the storied ports of the Klondike Gold Rush, where ambition, adventure, and hardship intertwine to paint a vivid picture of a bygone era.
Continue your expedition down America’s deepest fjord, immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of cascading waterfalls and diverse wildlife that call this region home. Make a memorable stop at a natural harbor sculpted by glaciers during the last Ice Age, offering a glimpse into the raw power of nature.
Pause to raise a toast to the spirit of Alaska, have a snack and enjoy the unique flavors of our local smoked salmon. Indulge in an authentic Alaskan experience, where each sip and bite tell a tale of this rugged land’s heritage and charm. Uncover the treasures of Alaska, both past and present.
- This vessel operates in exposed water ways. Rough and bumpy conditions can occur unexpectedly. This tour is not recommended if you have a condition that can be impacted by such conditions.
Location
295 Congress Way
Congress Way
We Will meet at slip A9 on the south end of the small boat harbor. 295 Congress Way is the Harbor Masters office which is located at the north end of the harbor. Please download the maps of the town and the harbor that are provided in the pictures.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Staci_b
Sep 19, 2024
This was a great... - This was a great excursion! It was a very small group tour which was fantastic. We saw many beautiful waterfalls and learned about the area. After a busy week on the cruise, this was a relaxing tour seeing many beautiful areas of Skagway. Highly recommend.
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Randy_p
Sep 18, 2024
Great Alaskan Experience - It was somewhat of a rainy day, but that didn't stop Luke and I from venturing out. It only added to the experience. It was a great tour, and Luke was very informative about not only the falls, but the history, the fishing, and daily activities of the region.
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John_s
Sep 17, 2024
He gave us an immense... - He gave us an immense amount of history for the area. Very knowledgeable and interesting and very friendly. He took time to answer our questions and stopped for photos. Saw many beautiful waterfalls! Would highly recommend.
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Beth_a
Sep 13, 2024
Really informative and fun boat tour. - Luke was an excellent guide. Showed us many beautiful waterfalls. Explained what is like to grow up and live in Alaska.
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Amanda_d
Sep 11, 2024
Up close and personal waterfall tour - The personal attention and commentary was so nice! Luke did an amazing job going out of his way to make sure we had a special time.
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Edlt5938sr
Sep 9, 2024
Beautiful waterfalls - This was a great tour. There were 2 couples on the boat (max of 5 unless your family/friends then I think they’ll take 5. We saw so many waterfalls up close. Captain of the boat did a great job. I would definitely recommend it.
Wanted to do the Ocean Raft but due to a bad back, decided on this one and so glad we did. We ended up at a lot of the same places. We were in a warm cabin except when we stepped out to take pictures while they were in rain gear and goggles due to the water spraying them.
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Biff_b
Sep 5, 2024
Alaska waterfall tour - don’t miss it! - Our trip was Luke was amazing! Knowledgable, funny…a great guy and a great tour! Pick up was easy and convenient too!
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Kim_v
Aug 25, 2024
The best excursion in Skagway - Easily the best excursion I have ever taken. Luke was knowledgeable, humorous, and extremely obliging to find us things if interest. He shared shipwrecks, tons of eagles, and habor seals with us. I would have given him 10 stars if I could, but then he didn't catch an orca for us, so I had to settle for 5...lol
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Hotpinkfan8
Aug 22, 2024
Delightful display of waterfalls! - We were pleasantly surprised to see so many waterfalls! Luke was informative and knew where the best waterfalls were. He guided us right up to the waterfalls to the point you could feel the water spray. I lost track of how many waterfalls we saw but it was quite a few. We even got to see several bald eagles. We booked the trip through Frontier Excursions. I would definitely recommend this trip and would go again!
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Kmuller
Aug 21, 2024
Great Waterfall Views - Nice views of waterfalls and bald eagles, Luke is very kind and had some good knowledge about the area. In my opinion it could be 1 1/2 hours instead of 3 and you’d see the same things.
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