3 in 1 Chichagof Island Adventure: Fishing + Hiking + Bear Search
Trip Highlights
World Class Fishing and Coastal Brown Bear viewing
Breathtaking Scenery
No Crowds- Strictly Small Group or Private Tours
Enthusiastic & Experienced Guides who love what they do!
Locally, Woman-Owned Business!!
Description
This tour is designed for cruise passengers that are looking for an Alaskan expereince that is off the beaten path, away from the masses!! We’ll depart from the port entrance and drive through the quaint yet vibrant Alaska Native Tlingit Village of Hoonah, then merge onto old logging roads that will take us to a remote river. During the ride and along the river it is not uncommon to spot wildlife- the island has more brown bears per square mile than almost anywhere else on the planet.
We’ll be fishing a wild “last frontier” type area with little signs of civilization. As we fish and hike along the river, you will be amazed by the landscapes that will surround us. Sheer Alaskan Wilderness in all her beauty! Depending on the time of year, we’ll fish for Salmon and/or Trout. You will have the choice between spin fishing (no prior experience required) or fly fishing (basic casting skills recommended).
Fishing near Icy Strait Point allows you to check an activity off manys bucket list while exploring the nature and wildlife of the beautiful Tongass National Forest. We may even have the chance to watch salmon spawn and pick wild berries!
Natalie is proud to call Alaska home! She recognizes Alaska's beauty and loves to share it with others through her passion for fishing and outdoor experiences! Natalie fell in love with fishing at a very young age. She taught herself to fly-fish with a rod one of her first clients gifted her. The things she enjoys most are building connections with guests, when someone catches their first fish, and the big smiles on everyones faces!!
Natalie has a B.S. in Environmental Science from Western Washington University. She has an FAA pilot’s license and holds a USCG Captain’s license. She is bilingual and one of the few Spanish speaking guides in Alaska. When Natalie is not guiding, she likes to hike, bike, hunt, and travel. So far she has visited a total of 16 countries!
Note: While Natalie guides most trips, occasionally, another highly qualified local guide may lead your trip. If you prefer Natalie, please let us know at the time of booking and we will try to accomodate. Book Early for the best oppurtunity to have Natalie as your guide! Regardless you will have a blast!
Itinerary
20-50 min: transportation to fishing site + Bear/Wildlife search
2.5-3 hours: fishing + Bear/Wildlife Search
20-50 min: bear/Wildlife Search Return transportation to drop off spot
Tour Info
Why take this tour?
We often reconnect with our guests after their cruise to get feedback on how we could improve our tour. Almost every guest tells us that THIS TOUR was the highlight of their whole cruise. They tell us how they liked going off the beaten path, enjoyed having locals as their guides, and being treated more like family than a customer. The only downside of our tour is that you will likely be spoiled for life- most people end up losing count of the number of fish they catch!
Included
Chest waders, tackle, fishing gear
Fishing lessons - if needed!
Professional Guide
Roundtrip Transportation
Excluded
Fishing license- A State of Alaska Fishing License must be purchased in advance of this excursion. Guests ages 16+, please visit Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game to purchase your Non-resident 1 Day Sport Fishing License for $15.
Frequently asked questions
Things to know
Size & Mobility Guideline
Maximum weight: 280lbs (As a general guideline, if you have a BMI of 40 or higher, do not consider yourself physically fit, or if you have limited mobility, this trip may not be for you. If you or someone in your party is in this category, this trip may not be a good fit.
Maximum weight: 280lbs (As a general guideline, if you have a BMI of 40 or higher, do not consider yourself physically fit, or if you have limited mobility, this trip may not be for you. If you or someone in your party is in this category, this trip may not be a good fit.
Cancellation Policy
.- Cancellations made more than 30 Days in Advance 100% Refund
- Cancellations made between 8-30 days in Advance get 100% Refund less a $150 Administrative Fee
- Cancellations with less than 8 days notice No Refund.
- If your ship does not port or we have to cancel 100% Refund.<...
.- Cancellations made more than 30 Days in Advance 100% Refund
- Cancellations made between 8-30 days in Advance get 100% Refund less a $150 Administrative Fee
- Cancellations with less than 8 days notice No Refund.
- If your ship does not port or we have to cancel 100% Refund.
- If you are quarantined to your room by the ship due to illness and you provide us with the ships letter indicating same, 100% Refund.
**We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance in case you are forced to make a last minute cancellation.
We aplogize for the Cancellation Policy for this particular expereience. Our guides are in very High Demand. They fly back and forth from Gustavus on bush planes to guide in both communites. These flights have to be booked well in advance and are non refundable.
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance in case you are forced to make a last minute cancellation.
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