Wilderness Odyssey by Jetboat

Take in the scenery of the Chilkat River Valley from a jetboat, and scout for Alaskan wildlife.

  • Enjoy a narrated drive of Haines Highway, passing Fort William H. Seward, a National Historic Landmark.
  • Glide along the Chilkat River in a jetboat, get fantastic wildlife and scenery photo opportunities.
  • Get the chance to spot moose, bears, eagles, swans, and other species of Alaskan wildlife.
  • Gain valuable knowledge about the Alaskan wilderness from your expert naturalist guides.

  • Season

    Available all year

  • Difficulty level

    Level 2: Moderate - some mobility needed

  • Duration

    4h00

  • Min. passengers

    6

  • Max. passengers

    40

  • Booking code

    A-HNS9

  • From

    211 €

  • Please note

    Waterproof jackets, windproof blankets, gloves, and earmuffs are included; a picnic lunch is provided; restrooms are available at the pier and at the jetboat launch; warm, weatherproof layers are recommended 

Chilkat’s channels 

Take a transfer to the jetboat facility to meet your river captains. After a short briefing, you'll head out onto the glacier-fed Chilkat River. Explore the many channels, looking for wildlife such as moose, bears, eagles, and swans, while listening to commentary by expert naturalists. After your inspiring tour, return to the jetboat landing and enjoy a snack and hot drinks by our campfire. 

Practical Information 

  • Remarks/requirements: Waterproof jackets, windproof blankets, gloves, and earmuffs are included; a picnic lunch is provided; restrooms are available at the pier and at the jetboat launch; warm, weatherproof layers are recommended 
  • Menu: Variety of sandwich wraps, crisps, cookies, hot and cold drinks 
  • Language: English 
  • Walking information: Walking to the bus, getting on and off the bus, walking to the boat on slightly uneven ground and down a 10-foot boat ramp. 
  • Wheelchair accessible: No