A Sail Through Time: Bears, Whales, and Glaciers (May 14-21, 2025)
Towering peaks as old as time hang over glacially carved fjords choked by the world’s largest temperate rainforest. A breaching humpback whale breaks the endless silence of a place as wild as it ever was and as it ever will be. As the sun dips below the glistening ice field, a dark shadow emerges on the shoreline gliding silently through the dense brush: a brown bear. Time stands still. Past, present, and future merge into one. Welcome to Alaska.
Dates: May 14-21, 2025 (7 nights). Pricing: $9,500 per person (all inclusive, shared rooms), $300 discount for payment via check or wire transfer.
Please note that all initial online deposits are non-refundable.
Towering peaks as old as time hang over glacially carved fjords choked by the world’s largest temperate rainforest. A breaching humpback whale breaks the endless silence of a place as wild as it ever was and as it ever will be. As the sun dips below the glistening ice field, a dark shadow emerges on the shoreline gliding silently through the dense brush: a brown bear. Time stands still. Past, present, and future merge into one. Welcome to Alaska.
Dates: May 14-21, 2025 (7 nights). Pricing: $9,500 per person (all inclusive, shared rooms), $300 discount for payment via check or wire transfer.
Please note that all initial online deposits are non-refundable.
Towering peaks as old as time hang over glacially carved fjords choked by the world’s largest temperate rainforest. A breaching humpback whale breaks the endless silence of a place as wild as it ever was and as it ever will be. As the sun dips below the glistening ice field, a dark shadow emerges on the shoreline gliding silently through the dense brush: a brown bear. Time stands still. Past, present, and future merge into one. Welcome to Alaska.
Dates: May 14-21, 2025 (7 nights). Pricing: $9,500 per person (all inclusive, shared rooms), $300 discount for payment via check or wire transfer.
Please note that all initial online deposits are non-refundable.
Highlights:
7 days exploring and cruising the fjords of Southeast Alaska in pursuit of soul filling experiences with Brooke Bartleson and Arthur Lefo
unparalleled exploration potential - this trip is focused on seeking out whatever we wish to find as a group, the world is our oyster!
enjoy a private 68-foot Alaskan yacht equipped with 3 double rooms, 3 full bathrooms, skiffs to access land, stand up paddleboards, and more
experience all of the diversity that this wild region has to offer, from awe inspiring wildlife on land and at sea, to mind boggling landscapes and geology- this is THE Alaskan experience!
2 to 3 days exploring the island with the world’s densest brown bear population: Kootznoowoo, the Fortress of the Bear
search for and learn about bears, whales, eagles, sea lions, sea otters, wolves, and all the other wild souls that call this place home
get up close and personal with the incredible and awe inspiring presence of a glacier among the most beautiful landscapes on the planet
focus on capturing the most intimate and spectacular images as you search for the best light and animal encounters
enjoy expert advice after returning from the field with image editing sessions, conservation messaging tips, and more
get the most out of your experience thanks to our intimate 6 guests and 5 crew member ratio
Includes:
all accommodations aboard the Hawkeye II, an incredible 68 foot yacht, rooms are shared
all food beginning with our welcome dinner on the first day through breakfast on your departure day
all transportation upon arrival in Petersburg up until your airport drop off
essential gear such as rubber rain gear, knee boots, and life jackets
the use of stand up paddleboards and/or fishing gear
two wildlife & photography guides, one captain, and two first mates
all wildlife permits and fuel costs
Not Included: Guide gratuity, hard liquor, fishing licenses (optional), photography gear (contact us for rental advice!), lunch on the day of arrival and departure
Sample Itinerary: May 14-21, 2025 (please note that this trip is geared towards exploring the best available wilderness and seeking the best possible wildlife encounters at any given time - this is just a sample)
Wednesday - Arrive in Petersburg, AK to be welcomed by Brooke & Arthur. Get settled into your room aboard the Hawkeye II before exploring town and meeting your new friends. Take a stroll in the narrow channels of Petersburg as you search for sea lions, seals, and bald eagles. Enjoy a group welcome dinner in town before spending your first night on ship in the harbor - get ready, tomorrow we set off to sea!
Thursday - Set sail through the grandiose fjords of Southeast Alaska as you make your way towards Thomas Bay as you keep an eye out for humpbacks, orcas, and porpoises. Upon arrival, explore the coast in search of powerful glaciated landscapes and the chance at seeing black and brown bears emerging from hibernation. Enjoy your first night at sea anchored in a quiet cove with a warm meal.
Friday - After spending your morning enjoying the breathtaking scenery, cruise through Frederick Sound in search of whales and sea lions as we begin to make our way north towards Admiralty Island. Depending on weather and animal activity, enjoy interpretive beach walks with your guides as you search for eagles, sea lions, and bears along the densely forested coastline. Spend the night at anchor in one of Admiralty Island’s many stunning coves and bays.
Saturday through Monday - Explore the bays and fjords surrounding Admiralty Island, which is home to the densest population of brown bears on earth. Walk fairytale like trails through one of the oldest rainforests in the world and hike along various watersheds that dot the island’s stunning coastline in search of inspiring encounters with brown bears and bald eagles. Stand in awe before some of the most inspiring and mind boggling landscapes in the world created by ice and brought to life by the rain. Spend your free time enjoying the scenery on board, stand-up paddleboarding, or improving your editing techniques thanks to Brooke and Arthur’s expert guidance.
Tuesday - Cruise south as you look for whales, porpoises, and sea lions on the way back to Petersburg. After arriving in the morning and enjoying a hearty meal, set off on one final adventure to discover the incredible LeConte Glacier on a smaller more maneuverable boat with your guides and captain. Take it all in one last time before our final group dinner back aboard the Hawkeye II in the evening.
Wednesday - Wake up in Petersburg to a warm breakfast and a group of friends smiling ear to ear after a soul-filling week together. Your guides and crew will be with you until your departing flight mid day. Our time together may have been short, but the memories and images we’ve created will last a lifetime!