Whale Watching in Glacier Bay & Icy Straits
Humpback whales are a treasure of this unique area...
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Many people who travel to Glacier Bay and Gustavus come to see the whales!
To view one of earth's most magnificent creatures is an absolutely exhilarating experience!
In addition to the ever popular Humpbacks, other species of whales including Greys, Minkes, and Orcas and many other fascinating marine animals are commonly seen in these southeast Alaskan waters of Glacier Bay and surrounding Icy Straits.
 Only a few dozen Humpback whales stay around all year, but between June and September
many more come here to feed.
LISTEN TO THE SOUNDS OF THE HUMPBACK WHALES!
A Gustavus.com exclusive treat: Listen to the amazing clips below, then buy the CD if you want to hear more.
Clip 1 | Clip 2 | Clip 3 (Note: These are MP3 clips.) 
The whales are here
primarily to revel in the nutrient rich waters before migrating back to Hawaii
and other far away places for the winter. Blows, backs and flukes are very
common, but often so are breaches and lunge feeding, and for the very lucky
to witness, bubblenetting!
Bubblenetting is when a group of whales work together, circling a school
of small fish using air bubbles. Then, at the same time, coordinated through
vocalization, the whales rise through the middle of the trapped fish with
their mouths wide open capturing their prey.
This is truly an amazing sight in nature and Southeast Alaska is the place to see it!
Charters, Tours, & Outfitters:
Here, Gustavus.com lists several whale watching charter boats and kayaking outfitters from Gustavus who can take you to see the whales and marine life of the area. Most go out for several hours or overnight to give you plenty of opportunity to see lots of fascinating whale behavior and use lots of film...
1266 66th Avenue, Suite 4, Emeryville, California 94608
Call Toll Free: 1 (800) 586-1911
Fax: (800) 956-7488
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Alaska Discovery Is Your #1 Choice for Active Adventures!
As the oldest and most experienced wilderness guiding company in Alaska (and the pioneers of ecotourism in the state), we’ve specialized in active, small group adventure vacations of the highest quality since our first trip back in 1972. Whether we’re hiking, rafting, sea kayaking, wildlife viewing, or just exploring local communities, our expert guides will take you “off-the-beaten-path” to introduce you to Alaska’s most wild, scenic, and extraordinary landscapes.
Options for every adventurer! Get up close and personal with the bears of Admiralty Island. Skim the water with the whales of Point Adolphus. Experience Alaska’s diverse wildlife and BIG ice from a kayak in the remote waters of Glacier Bay. Or venture farther afield to explore the wilds of the Tatshenshini/Alsek UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Arctic Wildlife Refuge, Denali National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, and beyond!
Visit our website to request your free catalog or give us a call today!
P.O. Box 1081, Haines AK 99827
Toll Free: 800-766-3396
Gustavus: 907-697-2411 (May-Sept)
Haines, Alaska: 907-766-3366
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Alaska Mountain Guides and Climbing School Inc. (AMG) was listed as one of the "Best Outfitters on Earth" in 2007 by National Geographic Adventure Magazine, and offers the highest quality guided sea kayaking trips in Glacier Bay National Park and with the whales at Point Adolphus.
AMG is the exclusive company offering 5 day or longer trips in Glacier Bay. They also run multi week trips for their university accredited program, the International Wilderness Leadership School (www.iwls.com)
Their most popular one day trip continues to be Kayaking with whales at Point Adolphus. Point Adolphus is the most prolific whale feeding area in Alaska with large numbers of humpback and orca whales. Trips are offered daily from Gustavus and Juneau and are perfect for families and beginners. No experience is required.
Please visit our website for all the details!
P.O. B ox 240 - Gustavus Alaska 99826
(907) 697-2266, Fax: (907) 697-2701
1-800-KAYAKER
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Spirit Walker Expeditions is a guide-owned and operated business with 23 years of experience leading sea kayaking trips to the humpback whale feeding grounds of Point Adolphus and Icy Strait.
These 1-7 day trips are our most popular and we have been leading them longer than any other kayaking company in Southeast Alaska. Having pioneered this guided adventure, we take great pride in making sure we remain the leaders in offering the safest and most sustainable paddling trips to this unique habitat.
With the most experienced guides, the highest quality equipment and meals, plus an unrivaled knowledge of the area, we invite you to join us for the adventure! We also offer flexible trip dates and group rates.
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR TRIP DETAILS AND DESCRIPTIONS
 P.O. Box 314 - Gustavus, Alaska 99826
Toll Free (800) 445-2112
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Glacier Bay Sportfishing provides private half day and full day whale watching and sightseeing excursions aboard the Stoic and Obsession.
Maximum of six passengers creates an intimate atmosphere in the company of Humpback Whales, Orcas, Sea Otters and Stellar Sea lions at Point Adolphus and Icy Strait.
COME SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS ABOUT OUR BUSINESS AND EXCURSIONS!
 P.O. Box 80- (#2 Grampa's Farm Road ) - Gustavus, Alaska 99826
(907) 697-2346, Fax: (907) 697-2211, Toll Free (800) 478-2346
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Let the experience of the ANNIE MAE folks work for you! We'll help you plan a really fun and exciting Whale watching tour! (Our contacts and agreements with the charter and whalewatching boats gives us the ability to package a custom whale watching and photography tour thats best for
you and your families individual situation!)
While you're here in Gustavus, we'd love you to stay with us at THE ANNIE MAE LODGE, a beautiful full, service lodge serving gourmet food and all kinds of touring adventures. Boat and plane tours, fishing, whale-watching,
kayaking, and more!
COME SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR ALL THE DETAILS ON THESE WONDERFUL EXPERIENCES!
 Box 1247, Haines, Alaska 99827
Fax- (907) 766- 2728, Cell- (907) 321-2302
or call our toll free office number: 888-698-2726
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Whale watching at it's best aboard the US Coast Guard certified 47 foot M/V TAZ! Morning and afternoon excursions into North America's most famous humpback whale feeding grounds. Icy Straits and the Point Adolphus areas are world known for the gathering of numerous gentle giants. Their unique feeding techniques, acrobatics and vocalizations make every tour unforgettable.
We offer 2 daily 3.5 hour tours from Gustavus. Custom tours and charters are also available for larger groups of up to 23 passengers. Locally owned and operated.
COME SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR ALL THE DETAILS ON THESE WONDERFUL EXPERIENCES!
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Alaska Discovery (a Mountain Travel Sobek company)
