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About this trip
Discover Alaska's Whales: An Educational Voyage with a Whale Institute Expert
Embark on an intimate Alaskan adventure aboard our premier yacht, limited to just eight guests. Explore pristine waters departing from and returning to Petersburg, Alaska, on a personalized journey focusing on humpback and killer whales.
Your guide, Jim Nahmens, is the former president of the Alaska Whale Institute and brings years of unparalleled whale knowledge. This educational cruise offers exceptional opportunities to witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat while discovering other Alaskan highlights, including breathtaking glaciers and relaxing hot springs.
Your Cruise. Your Way.
Discover the untamed beauty of the Inside Passage on your terms. Our flexible itineraries let you choose some of your bucket list highlights and explore destinations that ignite your imagination. Experience the wonders of Alaska with the freedom and flexibility only a private yacht cruise can offer. We collaborate with all eight passengers to ensure everyone experiences their Alaskan dreams. Go home with memories beyond your wildest expectations and newfound friendships.
Wildlife Encounters Guaranteed
With a more extended 8-day cruise, we have the time to search for whales, bears, bald eagles, porpoises, sea lions, birds, and so much more! Our comfortable zodiacs and kayaks allow you to get up close and personal with whales. This is a great time to see the humpback's bubble-net feeding!
Go Where Most People Don't.
While most people sit on their balcony on an Alaskan cruise, you'll have the adventure to explore the fjords and remote islands and take in the wildlife only accessible by boat.
Delicious Alaskan Cuisine
Enjoy the freshest Alaskan seafood prepared by our chef. Hear captivating stories from your local captain and fisherman about the journey from ocean to plate. You might even catch a Dungeness crab or shrimp for dinner! Come hungry.
No Extra Day Excursion Fees
Most cruises require you to pay for your day excursion separately, but it's all included with us! This means less planning, fewer crowds, and a fun and more intimate experience for you.
Exhilarating, Stable & Fun
Our 85-foot expedition yacht is built for Alaskan waters and has stabilizers for a comfortable, smooth ride. If the weather is rough in one area, we jump to another bay or inlet to have fun and experience those hidden gems. We don't want you to be seasick, so our cruises differ slightly depending on the wildlife and weather. And did we mention that we are a darn FUN group to adventure with?
Fun, Local Captain & Crew
Beyond the breathtaking scenery, your experienced local captain will share stories, local history, geological features, and his life as a commercial fisherman and adventure seeker!
Glacial Fjords, Giant Icebergs & Old Growth
Experience calving glaciers before they are gone, and cruise the pristine wilderness of Tongass National Forest, a 17-million-acre expanse—the largest rainforest in the USA.
Please remember the animals are always on the move, and whales have tails, so you never know what will be around the next bend. That is the fun of an Alaskan adventure.
Why Choose Us?
Experience Alaska Like Never Before: Step aboard our 85-foot expedition yacht, designed for comfort and adventure. Our steel-hulled vessel, equipped with NIAD stabilizers, glides effortlessly through Alaskan waters, bringing you closer to glaciers and into remote areas inaccessible to other charters.
With 50 years of expertise and extensive US Forest Service permits granting access to even more remote and untouched areas, we craft handcrafted itineraries showcasing Alaska's most breathtaking sights. Savor the freshest Alaskan seafood, capture stunning photos of wildlife and landscapes, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Whether you're joining a private cabin cruise or chartering the entire yacht, we work closely with all our guests to create personalized Alaskan adventures. For cabin cruises, we collaborate with each passenger to ensure their interests are included. On custom charters, we work with the group to design a bespoke itinerary for custom charters that fulfills everyone's Alaskan dreams.
Staterooms
The M/V Northern Song is 85’ x 26’ x 10’ steel world cruiser with a capacity for 8-10 guests in four staterooms. There is a Master Suite with a queen-sized bed on the main deck with an ensuite bathroom and a separate bathtub stall and shower. There is the ability to add an extra cot in this stateroom.
There are three guest cabins on the lower deck with a full-size bed and a single upper bed, and an ensuite bathroom with a separate shower stall.
Departure & Return Schedule
You will be picked up at your accommodation at 1:45 pm for a 2:00 pm departure. The boat will return to Petersburg at 2: 00 pm, from which you will be delivered to your lodging.
Cancellation Policy
Please send us a friendly email to let us know you are canceling. If we receive a cancellation notice 150 or more days before the departure date, your deposit will be refunded less a 10% cancellation fee of the total fare cost and any commissions. You may also transfer your reservation to another available date if you choose.
Travelers will not receive a refund if cancellations are made 149 days or less before departure. Therefore we recommend getting travel insurance to protect your fare in case any unanticipated circumstances require you to cancel your trip.
What’s included
- All-inclusiveMeals are prepared by our chef, wine with evening meals, and beer throughout your day. Meals include Alaskan seafoods Black cod, halibut, salmon, and crab! Dietary needs can be accommodated.
- EssentialsAll cabins include towels, bed linens, shampoo, conditioner, soap, hair dryers and select sizes on Alaska boots.
- Eliptical MachineOutside on our top deck is an eliptical machine to excerise.
- KayaksSea kayaks are available for excursions in the bays and near the glaciers.
- Reference LibraryWe have a reference library filled with maps and books on Alaska, whales, and local history for you to enjoy in our lounge.
- Sales TaxSales tax is included in these rates.
- Tender BoatsThere are two tender boats for exploring and getting to shore for beach walks and hiking.
- Whale GuideJim Nahmens will introduce you to the world of the humpback whale-it’s life cycle, anatomy, behaviors, migration, feeding strategies, and current research.
- Whale HydrophoneWe have a hydrophone that goes in the water to listen to the whale song then we can gauge when they will surface or potentially bubble feed, so you are ready to capture those incredible photos.
What’s not included
- AirfaresAlaska Airlines is the only commercial airline that flies into Southeast Alaska.
- Fishing LicensesOur crew will help you with purchasing any licenses.
- Flight Seeing ToursGuests may have the opportunity to go flight seeing near Mount Edgecumbe Volcano and see the whales and herring fisherman from above. We highly recommend this experience. It is weather permitting.
- GratuitiesWe recommend a gratuity of 10-20% to show your appreciation for exceptional service. Our staff strives to provide the highest level of service.
- Hotel AccommodationsWe can help with hotel recommendations as we encourage you to come the day prior to boarding and stay the night you depart the boat and then fly out.
- SpiritsWine is provided with dinner and beer is available throughout the day. If you would like any additional spirits, we can pick them up prior to departure or you can bring them aboard.
- Trip InsuranceWe highly recommend purchasing trip insurance to protect your trip in the event of an emergency.
- Wi-FiWi-Fi is available to purchase if you would like to use it for work or you can unplug and relax!
Available Packages
All prices displayed are per person and are based on sharing a cabin with one other guest (double occupancy). The spacious Master Suite is on the forward main deck and features a queen bed with a private bathroom, tub, and shower. Click here to view
Alaska Sea Adventures requires a 25% deposit to secure your trip if it is more than 365 days prior to departure and a second deposit of 25% 365 days prior to departure with final payment due 150 days before departure. It is a 50% deposit to secure your trip if it is 365 to 151 days prior to departure, with final payment due 150 days before to departure. If it is 150 days or less prior to departure, the trip must be paid for in full.
The prices shown here reflect a 3% discount for payment by check. If you choose to mail a check, please let us know at [email protected] so we can hold your trip for 10 days. Our mailing address is PO Box 2053 Petersburg, Alaska 99833
Guest Cabins are on the lower deck, each featuring private bathrooms with showers. Each of the cabins has double lower beds and single upper berths. Click here to view
Alaska Sea Adventures requires a 25% deposit to secure your trip if it is more than 365 days prior to departure and a second deposit of 25% 365 days prior to departure with final payment due 150 days before departure. It is a 50% deposit to secure your trip if it is 365 to 151 days prior to departure, with final payment due 150 days before to departure. If it is 150 days or less prior to departure, the trip must be paid for in full.
The prices shown here reflect a 3% discount for payment by check. If you choose to mail a check, please let us know at [email protected] so we can hold your trip for 10 days. Our mailing address is PO Box 2053 Petersburg, Alaska 99833
Guest Cabins are on the lower deck, each featuring private bathrooms with showers. Each of the cabins has double lower beds and single upper berths. This cabin includes two travelers. Click here to view
Alaska Sea Adventures requires a 25% deposit to secure your trip if it is more than 365 days prior to departure and a second deposit of 25% 365 days prior to departure with final payment due 150 days before departure. It is a 50% deposit to secure your trip if it is 365 to 151 days prior to departure, with final payment due 150 days before to departure. If it is 150 days or less prior to departure, the trip must be paid for in full.
The prices shown here reflect a 3% discount for payment by check. If you choose to mail a check, please let us know at [email protected] so we can hold your trip for 10 days. Our mailing address is PO Box 2053 Petersburg, Alaska 99833
Guest Cabins are on the lower deck, each featuring private bathrooms with showers. Each of the cabins has double lower beds and single upper berths. This cabin includes two travelers. Click here to view
Alaska Sea Adventures requires a 25% deposit to secure your trip if it is more than 365 days prior to departure and a second deposit of 25% 365 days prior to departure with final payment due 150 days before departure. It is a 50% deposit to secure your trip if it is 365 to 151 days prior to departure, with final payment due 150 days before to departure. If it is 150 days or less prior to departure, the trip must be paid for in full.
The prices shown here reflect a 3% discount for payment by check. If you choose to mail a check, please let us know at [email protected] so we can hold your trip for 10 days. Our mailing address is PO Box 2053 Petersburg, Alaska 99833
Guest Cabins are on the lower deck, each featuring private bathrooms with showers. Each of the cabins has double lower beds and single upper berths. This cabin includes two travelers. Click here to view
Alaska Sea Adventures requires a 25% deposit to secure your trip if it is more than 365 days prior to departure and a second deposit of 25% 365 days prior to departure with final payment due 150 days before departure. It is a 50% deposit to secure your trip if it is 365 to 151 days prior to departure, with final payment due 150 days before to departure. If it is 150 days or less prior to departure, the trip must be paid for in full.
The prices shown here reflect a 3% discount for payment by check. If you choose to mail a check, please let us know at [email protected] so we can hold your trip for 10 days. Our mailing address is PO Box 2053 Petersburg, Alaska 99833
Available Add-Ons
Disconnecting can be a great way to relax and enjoy your vacation, but we understand it can be essential.
Itinerary
Your 8-day Alaskan adventure is designed around you. We don't have a fixed itinerary because we believe in maximizing your experience. If the whales are congregating, we'll go there. If the weather is perfect for a specific fjord, that's where we'll be – all tailored just for you. This cruise is heavily focused on experiencing the whales!