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PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND 5 DAY CRUISE
Northern Explorer Adventures specializes in intimate Prince
William Sound cruises for small groups of up to six guests.
Enjoy this individualized itinerary for 5-day/4-night cruise as we
traverse southcentral Alaska’s spectacular Prince William
Sound. Weather, wildlife sighting opportunities and our guests’
preferences can all affect our daily route. However, the following
itinerary provides a good snapshot of your Prince William Sound
cruise.
ITINERARY
Day 1 Whittier Embarkation - Blackstone Bay - Secret Cove
You’ll first step aboard the Northern Explorer from the dock in Whittier. Meet
your personable captain and crew, and get settled into your private stateroom.
Then take a few minutes to explore the beautiful cruising yacht that will be
your home for the next several days. As we leave the harbor, the crew will ask
for your full attention as they explain the safety features of the ship, including
our eight-man life raft, personal floatation jackets, 16-foot inflatable shore
boat, and fire extinguishers. We’ll then be underway for Blackstone Bay. Be
sure to watch for whales, porpoise, sea otters, puffins, bald eagles and black
bears that frequent this area. Once inside Blackstone Bay, you’ll have your
choice of excursions: Glacier viewing at Northland, Blackstone and Lawrence
Glaciers. Kayak along the beach. Hike along Lawrence Glacier. Bird watching
at the kittiwake rookery. (The rookery, on the cliffs between the glaciers, offers
your best opportunity to capture a rare kittiwake sighting!) Our leisurely
afternoon in Blackstone Bay includes a delicious gourmet lunch. We’ll depart
afterwards and make our way to a beautiful Secret Cove, where you can again
choose how to spend your time. Kayak along the secluded beach and watch
for wildlife. Hike along the shoreline. Visit a prime berry-picking area to
sample fresh, wild Alaska berries. Back on board, enjoy freshly prepared hors
d’oeuvres in the main salon, followed by dinner. After-dinner options include
watching a movie, playing a board game, or a serene kayak on the calm
waters of Secret Cove. We are here for the night.
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Day 2 Secret Cove - Culross Passage goodbyes.
There is nothing like starting your day with a kayak through Secret Cove as the Please Note:
fog lifts toward the morning sun. We’ll have breakfast here, and depart around
10 a.m. to make our way through Culross Passage – offering some of the most Weather, wildlife sighting opportunities and our guests’ preferences can all
breathtaking scenery in Prince William Sound. This morning’s activity options affect our daily route.
include: Bear viewing. (This is an excellent spot to watch for black and brown
bears rummaging the shoreline for food!) Kayaking in one of several beautiful
coves. Hiking above the coves to watch for bald eagles, blue herons, mink and
families of sea otters. (These small anchorages are very quiet and the wildlife
here rarely sees outside visitors!) We’ll depart early afternoon for one of the
beautiful bays on Perry Island. Once anchored, you can: Sit in the glassed-in
viewing deck or next to the fire pit on the top deck to watch the stellar sea
lions hauled out on the rock outcroppings. Take a short hike from the beach to
the old “Fox Farm” ruins. Visit a private fish hatchery. We’ll end our day with
fine dining and a good night’s sleep, anchored in the bay off of Perry Island.
Day 3 Perry Island
We’ll be up early for breakfast, and then underway for Lake Bay on Perry
Island. First, we’ll go ashore for a guided tour of the Wally Noerenburg fish
hatchery. Afterwards, we’ll return to the boat for a relaxing lunch or take a
sack lunch to eat at Ester Falls – just a short hike away. We’ll serve our
farewell dinner at Lake Bay and anchor here for the night.
Day 4 Ester Passage - Waterfall Cove - Harriman Fjord
Enjoy a hearty breakfast because we have a lot planned for today! We’ll pull
anchor early and head for Ester Passage, a very narrow pass leading to our
next stop: Waterfall Cove. There, refuel with a filling lunch, then pull on your
boots for some beachcombing and clam digging on the sandy beach. If you’re
up for a short hike, grab your camera and we will head to the old pioneer
settlement to reflect on times long past. Late afternoon, we will journey from
Waterfall Cove through Harriman Fjord, where we’ll have our farewell dinner
against a spectacular backdrop of glaciers. After dinner, it’s off to Hobo Bay,
where we drop anchor for the night.
Day 5 Hobo Bay - Port Wells - Whittier Disembarkation
On day five, it’s rise and shine in Hobo Bay, one of our favorite stopping
points! After breakfast, choose either to kayak along the beach (keeping an
eye out for bears along the beach or sea otters rolling in the bay) or hike to
the historic old mine settlement a short distance away. After lunch, we’ll make
the two- to three-hour journey through Port Wells back to the dock in Whittier.
Take advantage of this time to watch for whales along the way, especially at
the entrance to the bay. Once docked, it will be time to unload and say our
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YOUR SHIP: NORTHERN EXPLORER
YOUR SHIP: Northern Explorer
VESSEL TYPE: Yacht
LENGTH: 68 ft / 20.7 meters
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 6
BUILT/REFURBISHED:
If you want to get off the road, away from the crowds and closer
to the real Alaska, then we invite you to step on board the
Northern Explorer. The captain and crew of our beautiful,
68-foot Alaska private touring yacht are dedicated to providing
unequaled luxury and helping you create unforgettable
memories in this legendary destination.
Northern Explorer Adventures specializes in intimate, ensuite bath.
all-inclusive trips for small groups of up to six guests. We offer FIVE-STAR CUISINE
individualized itineraries for 4-day/3-night and 5-day/4-night The Northern Explorer is the only Alaska private touring yacht in
cruises as we traverse southcentral Alaska's awe-inspiring Prince William Sound with a professionally trained chef manning
Prince William Sound. Custom trips of one to seven days are the galley. Throughout your cruise, you will indulge in the
also available upon request. freshest, highest-quality, five-star cuisine, as well as local
Our luxurious Alaska private touring yacht is designed to Alaska beers and fine wines.
maximize both your comfort and opportunities to experience the LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS
breathtaking beauty of Prince William Sound. Onboard you will Luxury accommodations are another point that sets the
find a vast salon, formal dining area, five-star quality galley, Northern Explorer apart from your other Alaska cruise options.
spotless glassed-in viewing deck, top deck with fire pit, and We offer three beautifully appointed staterooms complete with
three luxurious staterooms, each with a private private ensuite baths.
OPTIMAL VIEWING
Our vessel is specifically designed to optimize your sightseeing,
wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. Sit in the
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protection of our spotless glassed-in viewing deck, watch the both local and national levels - Purchasing energy-efficient
scenery from our heated salon, stand along the rails on the bow equipment and bulk materials, avoiding over-packaged goods
of the ship, or relax next to the fire pit on the top deck. No
matter where you choose, you will have prime viewing of the
panorama of passing mountains, glaciers, wildlife and pristine
waters.
GET CLOSER
On the Northern Explorer, you'll see more, stay longer and get
closer. The size of our vessel allows us to access remote
locations that many other ships cannot - and we spend more
time at our destinations than the larger cruise ships. Plus, we
get you closer, offering unparalleled viewing of towering
glaciers, brown bears foraging on the shoreline, massive whales
breaching and more.
EXPERIENCED CREW
Our U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain and crew are some of
the most experienced, knowledgeable and personable in the
industry. The boat is equipped with all U.S. Coast Guard safety
gear. And with a crew of three and a maximum of six guests, we
ensure you'll receive the most attentive, personalized service.
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Your all-inclusive yacht tour includes every detail, including
luxury accommodations, gourmet meals, Alaska beer and wine,
outdoor gear and expert guides for all excursions.
SUSTAINABLE CRUISING
The Northern Explorer is a low-impact, conservation-style cruise.
As we travel the pristine waters of Alaska, we strive to leave the
smallest footprint possible by following best practices such as:
Mooring safe for wildlife - Reduce, reuse and recycle -
Low-sulfur diesel fuel, EPA-compliant engines and GPS-guided
direct routes - Low-flow toilets - Removing encountered marine
debris when possible - Actively participating in marine issues on
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INSIDE YOUR SHIP
Master Stateroom Mid Cabin Stateroom
VIP Stateroom
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PRICING
26-May-2019 to 30-May-2019 27-Aug-2019 to 31-Aug-2019
Mid Cabin Stateroom 3190 USD pp Mid Cabin Stateroom 3190 USD pp
VIP Stateroom 3420 USD pp VIP Stateroom 3420 USD pp
Master Stateroom 3600 USD pp Master Stateroom 3600 USD pp
10-Jun-2019 to 14-Jun-2019
Mid Cabin Stateroom 3190 USD pp
VIP Stateroom 3420 USD pp
Master Stateroom 3600 USD pp
01-Jul-2019 to 05-Jul-2019
Mid Cabin Stateroom 3190 USD pp
VIP Stateroom 3420 USD pp
Master Stateroom 3600 USD pp
23-Jul-2019 to 27-Jul-2019
Mid Cabin Stateroom 3190 USD pp
VIP Stateroom 3420 USD pp
Master Stateroom 3600 USD pp
29-Jul-2019 to 02-Aug-2019
Mid Cabin Stateroom 3190 USD pp
VIP Stateroom 3420 USD pp
Master Stateroom 3600 USD pp
15-Aug-2019 to 19-Aug-2019
Mid Cabin Stateroom 3190 USD pp
VIP Stateroom 3420 USD pp
Master Stateroom 3600 USD pp
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