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Encounter Whales and Wildlife in Juneau’
Enjoy an Alaskan Surf & Turf meal at Orca Point Lodge on beautiful, remote Colt Island. The sustainably crafted meal includes Allen Marine’s specialty chowder, locally sourced Alaskan fish, wild Alaskan game, and a variety of delicious sides. A traditional Alaskan dessert will be served with local jams, jellies, and honey.
Following your meal, enjoy the views of the remote island landscape. Use the spotting scopes on the outside deck to search for wildlife on nearby shorelines, visit the marine life observation tank where you can learn about inter-tidal zone creatures, beach comb on the lodge’s beautiful shoreline, kickback fireside and much more!
Satisfy your appetite for Wild Alaska through cruising and cuisine.
Set sail on an Alaskan-built, high-speed expedition vessel with comfortable seating, wrap around windows, heated cabin, restroom, outside viewing deck and galley gift shop.
Every voyage is unique, custom-designed by your experienced Alaskan captain and crew. You’ll have the opportunity to view humpback whales, orca, sea lions, porpoises, seals, eagles and more.
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- Meeting locations can vary based on departure time. Refer to your confirmation email.
- Options include..
- Alaska Steamship Dock (AS Dock) – 252 Marine Way, Juneau, AK, 99801
- Cruise Ship Terminal Dock (CT Dock) – 470 S Franklin Street, Juneau, AK, 99801
- Franklin Dock – 704 S. Franklin Street, Juneau, AK, 99801
- Mount Roberts Tramway -490 S. Franklin Street, Juneau, AK, 99801
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- Dress in layers to enjoy the outside observation deck. Rain jacket, hat and gloves recommended.
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Onboard Vessel (wildlife quest):
- Complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, and tea are provided
- Spacious outdoor observation deck
- Climate controlled interior seating with large panoramic windows
- Includes one or more restrooms
At Orca Point Lodge:
- Delicious surf and turf meal in a remote island setting. Menu items include: salmon, bison meatloaf, coconut cream pasta, rotating vegetable side, buck island donuts and more!
- Hot coffee, tea, and cocoa are provided, as well as lemonade and water. Beer, wine, soda, and juice are available for purchase.
- Large interior setting – restrooms at lodge.
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- USD Cash and credit cards. Beer, wine, cocktails, soda, and Alaskan-made retail products may be available for purchase on select vessels.
- Don’t forget your camera to capture your beautiful surroundings, and wildlife! Be sure to tag us on social
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- Persons sensitive to motion sickness may wish to take medication at least one hour prior to the tour departure time.
- Tips are accepted onboard for a job well done but are in no way required. Crew are able to accept tips via cash or card.
- We do not allow the use of drones onboard.
- Dietary Requests must be received with at least 48 hours advance notice.
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- Cancellation Policy: A $10/person processing fee will be charged for cancellations made after the booking is confirmed. Full refund if you cancel at least 7 days prior to the tour date. 50% refund if you cancel 3-6 days prior to the tour date. No refund if you cancel less than 48 hours prior to the tour date. If the tour is cancelled by the operator for any reason, the customer will receive a full refund.
- Tour Minimums: Tours do need to reach a minimum capacity to operate. We will contact guests 48 hours in advance if the tour has not reached a minimum.
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- Southeast Alaska is teeming with wildlife, including bald eagles, bears, whales, sea lions, otters, and more. Our knowledgeable guides will help you spot these magnificent creatures in their natural habitats and provide fascinating insights into their behaviors.
- By respecting wildlife and their natural habitats, we strive to create meaningful and memorable experiences for our guests while safeguarding the delicate balance of Alaska’s ecosystems. While we cannot promise specific sightings, we can assure you that our knowledgeable guides and crew will do everything to maximize your opportunities for wildlife encounters while prioritizing the welfare of the animals and the environment.
- True Alaskan Tours partakes in Wilderness Best Management Practices. Outside speakers will be turned off when exploring inside of the arm.
- True Alaskan Tours & Allen Marine Tours adhere to all wildlife watching guidelines put forward by Whale SENSE. Read more about that here!