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The Chilkoot Trail is the centerpiece of gold rush history in Skagway. It was the main route to the riches of the Klondike. Today, the trail is a tranquil place of incredible beauty.
Winding through lush rainforest, it is alive with birds, and animals and has wild flowers and edible berries.
Knowledgeable guides weave an entertaining mixture of natural history and Klondike folklore.
The trail brings you to the banks of the Taiya River, where your 18-foot raft waits. Your experienced river guide will outfit you for your float trip that culminates at the tidal estuary where the forest gives way to fields of beach greens and wild iris.
The granite walls of the fjord rise up steeply, becoming snowcapped peaks serrated by hanging glaciers.
A riverside snack is provided before heading back to your ship in Skagway.
This float trip has no white water.
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Combine your helicopter flightseeing tour with one of Alaska's favorite sports - dog sledding.
After flying over spectacular glacier sites, land at the dog camp on the Denver Glacier.
Experienced guides will introduce you to the world of "mushing" and the art of dog sledding.
You have the opportunity to stand on the sled and mush or relax in the sled and observe the breathtaking environment.
Meet professional mushers and friendly dogs on this unique Alaskan experience.
Warm clothing and sunglasses are recommended.
Just outside the Southeast Alaska town of Haines, the Chilkat Valley boasts the world's largest concentration of Bald Eagles.
This journey combines a cruise on the Lynn Fjord with a float trip through the world famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, one of Alaska's most accessible wilderness treasures.
Begin with a cruise through Lynn Fjord in a motorized and heated catamaran, viewing the scenery along North America's longest and deepest fjord.
After arriving in Haines, drive through the Valley of the Eagles to the heart of the Preserve. An 18-foot raft awaits to take you on a voyage of discovery through the braided waters of the Chilkat River system.
As you float silently along, your guide will explain the unique human and natural history of this special place.
The guides are experts at spotting the many animals that call the Preserve home including grizzly bears, wolves, moose, and of course bald eagles, and impart a love of the land that will be yours forever!
At the end of the float, a picnic-style meal is provided before the return cruise back to Skagway to rejoin your ship. This trip has no white water.
Rubber boots, and a poncho (in case of rain) are provided.
A warm jacket, layered clothing, gloves, hat and extra socks are recommended.
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Ride the historic White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad and explore the waters of a glacially carved lake by kayak. One stage of your adventure will be aboard the "scenic railway of the world."
Carved out of the rugged coastal mountains this ride has views of waterfalls, trestles, mountains, glaciers and the original trail of 1898. Experience the White Pass Summit and Canadian Highlands before disembarking at Lake Bernard.
The next stage of your adventure begins with a "gear grab" and instruction in the use of 2-person kayaks.
Paddle across the cold pristine waters that Klondikers plied over 100 years ago to reach the goldfields of the Yukon.
Capture views of snow-capped mountains that rise in all directions.
Your professional guide will provide interpretations of the gold rush, natural history, flora, and fauna.
Watch for bear, mountain goat, caribou, and eagles amid the alpine terrain of the Tormented Valley.
After paddling, a light snack is provided before your narrated drive down the Klondike Highway back to Skagway.
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