7 nights Cruise-Only
ALL RATES IN USD per person
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS:
• Dozens of glaciers including Chenega, Columbia, Meares, and Sheridan
• Island discoveries: Knight, Montague
• Visit the tiny fishing town of Cordova
• Explore College and Harriman glacial fjords
• Beachcomb rocky shorelines and hike beneath a glacier
• Navigate along the least visited shores in coastal Alaska
• Search for wildlife—whales, orcas, eagles, puffins, sea otters, seals, and sea lions
• Kayak, paddle board, and skiff in hidden coves and narrow fjords
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Prince William Sound Cruise-Only package Includes:
– 7 Night Prince William Sound cruise aboard the 36 guest Safari Explorer from Whittier return
– All shipboard main meals
– Onboard beverages including premium spirits, wine, beer; non-alcoholic beverages
– Meet/greet services, transfers, and baggage handling (between airport/vessel on embark/disembark days)
– Entry fees to national parks/preserve
– All from-the-ship adventure activities and equipment
– Wellness amenities: fitness equipment, yoga mats and hot tub
– Port taxes of USD $375 pp
Special Conditions
Special Validity Dates
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
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| 31 May 2024 | Whittier, Alaska |
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| 01 Jun 2024 | Icy Bay, Alaska |
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| 02 Jun 2024 | Prince William Sound, Alaska |
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| 03 Jun 2024 | Cordova, Alaska |
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| 04 Jun 2024 | Columbia Glacier, Alaska |
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| 04 Jun 2024 | Valdez, Alaska |
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| 05 Jun 2024 | Unakwik Inlet, Alaska |
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| 06 Jun 2024 | College Fjord, Alaska |
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| 07 Jun 2024 | Whittier, Alaska |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
7 Night Cruise sailing from Whittier roundtrip aboard Safari Explorer.
DAY 1 Whittier – Embarkation
Welcome to Whittier, the gateway to Price William Sound! Your transfer will meet you at the airport in Anchorage, whisk away your luggage, and drive you and your fellow adventurers through the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel – at 2.5 miles, the longest highway tunnel in North America – to Whittier. Meet your crew and tour Safari Explorer, UnCruise’s flagship vessel and your home for the week. After champagne and a safety demonstration, enjoy your first of many farm-to-table gourmet meals! (D)
DAY 2 Icy Bay Glaciers
Wake up in the glacial waterways of Icy Bay. Flowing down from the 4,000 foot surrounding peaks, Chenega, Tigertail, and Tiger glaciers are all options this morning. Hop in a skiff, and if conditions are right, kayak in a remote cove tucked into the shoreline. Your expedition team shares how glaciers sculpt and alter the landscape on a daily basis. Feel the essence of this land of the Chenega people, meaning “beneath the mountain,” as you weave through these deserted islands by kayak, skiff, and yacht. (BLD)
DAY 3 Captain’s Choice
Tuck into the southern reaches of Prince William Sound, exploring its sculpted islands. Some call it “gunkholing”—nosing around the next cove—and there’s plenty to see. Search for whales, seals, sea lions, and seabirds from the bow or opt to kayak or beachcomb for a closer look at island life with natural and cultural history notes from your guides. (BLD)
DAY 4 Cordova
Accompanied by guides, head out for a hike below Sheridan Glacier this morning with an afternoon on your own to explore Cordova. Or, join your shipmates on a walking tour of this tiny fishing town at the mouth of the Copper River. With a population of 2,300 and no roads connecting to other towns, Cordova is only accessible by air or water. Take in the town’s Native history by nature walk, hard charger hike, an Eyak Tribe cultural program, or Prince William Sound Science Center exploration before settling back on board for a quiet overnight anchorage. (BLD)
DAY 5 Columbia Glacier & Valdez
Options aplenty this morning. Hike, kayak, skiff, or try your hand at standup paddle boarding in a quiet cove before a hearty lunch back onboard. Next up: towering icebergs born from the approaching Columbia Glacier. Winding its way 32 miles back through Chugach Mountains and with constantly changing conditions, your captain finds the best route to view this massive glacier. (BLD)
DAY 6 Unakwik Inlet & Meares Glacier
Arctic terns and bald eagles, harbor seals resting on icebergs, and the massive Meares Glacier as your backdrop, Unakwik Inlet is the perfect place to dip your paddle in the water for a kayak. Or, join a skiff tour to get farther faster in glacier country. This is wilderness at its wildest. Feel the mountains closing in as you cruise through Esther Passage. View a fish hatchery and learn about Alaska’s salmon species. Tonight, join your expedition leader for an interpretive presentation before a relaxing soak in the hot tub under the fading sun. (BLD)
DAY 7 College Fjord & Barry Arm
Day of the grand finales. Big mountains, big ice, and big smiles as we wind down our adventure in the company of all that is quintessentially Alaska. Sea otters float on their backs on beds of kelp. Watch them lounge before diving and rising with puffins in search of food. Take it all in from a kayak or skiff before capping off your week with a celebratory Farewell Dinner and slideshow. (BLD)
DAY 8 Whittier Disembarkation
One last breakfast with new friends before your coach transfer from Whittier along Turnagain Arm on your way back to Anchorage.
The Safari Explorer, our flagship, is a 36-guest luxury yacht perfectly designed for “luxury in the pursuit of adventure.” Features include an intimate Wine Library and spa area including a large on-deck hot tub (Alaska), sauna, fitness equipment, yoga classes, and a complimentary massage.
Aboard the yacht, three public decks provide plenty of room for mingling, relaxing, and enjoying the fresh air. And a full-beam swim step makes for easy access in the water. Adventure equipment onboard includes kayaks and stand-up paddle boards; inflatable skiffs; hiking poles; fishing poles and tackle; yoga mats; and hydrophones for listening to below-surface sounds.
There are six stateroom categories aboard the Safari Explorer: Navigator; Single; Trailblazer; Admiral; Jr Commodore; and Commodore Suite. Depending on the stateroom, singles, doubles or triples can be accommodated.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 145 ft
- Maiden Voyage: 1998
- Refurbished: 2018
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 36
- Crew Nationality: American
- Officer Nationality: American
- Dining Staff Nationality: American
- Ship Registration: USA
Ship Amenities
- 2 Luxurious Bathrobes
- Hair Dryer
- North American Power Supply
- Umbrellas
- Yellow Rain Slickers, Pants & Mud Boots
- DVD Player
- Flat Screen Television / DVD
- iPod Docking Station
- Bathrobes
- Binoculars
- Reusable Water Bottles
Ship Facilities
- Salon
- Bar
- Hot Tub
- Sauna
- Dining Area
- Wine Library
- Fitness Centre
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