This tour combines two Juneau favorites: the Whale Watching & Wildlife Quest and the Orca Point Lodge Salmon Bake.  Enjoy a “whales guaranteed” wildlife cruise aboard a deluxe catamaran, and then step ashore on a remote island to enjoy a delicious salmon bake feast in a spectacular wilderness setting.

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  This exciting tour combines a “whales guaranteed” cruise with Alaska’s finest wilderness salmon bake.  Following a motorcoach ride to scenic Auke Bay, you’ll board a waterjet-powered catamaran specially designed for wildlife viewing.  Relax in the warm, comfortable cabin, surrounded by large windows, as you ply the island-studded waters of Stephen’s Passage.  This area is world-renowned as a favored summer feeding ground for humpback whales.

  Once whales have been sighted, your skilled captain will maneuver the vessel to allow exceptional viewing and photographic opportunities as these graceful giants slowly arc their massive tail flukes into the air.  Don’t forget your camera, and be sure to bring a warm jacket to wear on the topside observation deck; the whales are often close enough to hear them breathe!  An onboard naturalist will explain the behavior and habitat of the humpback whale and other wildlife you may encounter, including killer whales, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoise, harbor seals, bald eagles and more.

  Next, you’ll take a leisurely break from cruising to step ashore at Orca Point Lodge on beautiful Colt Island, to enjoy a feast that includes fresh-grilled wild Alaska salmon, chicken kabobs, vegetable medley, rice pilaf, cole slaw, fresh-hot rolls and desserts.  The lodge offers peaceful seclusion with modern comforts in a remote wilderness setting.  Visit the marine life touch pool, scan the coast of Admiralty Island with a powerful spotting scope or take a relaxing stroll along the beach before reboarding your catamaran for the return cruise to Auke Bay.