3-Day Haines Getaway

This 3-day escape provides a rich mix of culture, wildlife, outdoor activities and comfortable lodging in an all-inclusive package.

Surrounded by glaciers, rivers, fjords, and snow capped mountains, the coastal fishing village of Haines, Alaska is the ultimate escape destination for travelers with limited time.

This action packed 3-day adventure includes a visit to the Jilkaat Kwaan Heritage Center, a guided raft trip deep into the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, a day of bear viewing or fly-fishing and a half day of sea kayaking.

This comprehensive adventure package is the perfect mix of comfort, culture and activity. It is ideal for family getaways, couples escapes or honeymoon side trips. Call now to reserve your 3-day, 2-night, all-inclusive adventure starting and ending in Juneau, Alaska.

Activities

Highlights

Scenic Flight – Native History – Rafting with Eagles- Old Growth Forrest Hike – Fly Fishing for Salmon – Sea Kayaking – Wildlife Viewing

Itinerary

Day 1: Start with a scenic flight from Juneau to Haines. After a brief orientation and a stop to drop off luggage you will visit the centuries old riverside community of Klukwan followed by rafting with eagles in the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve.

The rafting is mild and there is no whitewater.  Eagles abound so bring your cameras and binoculars. Lunch will be served riverside and all rafting equipment including boots, lifejackets and rain gear will be provided. You will return to your in-town lodging in time for a relaxing catered meal or dinner out.

Night 1: Enjoy the endless sunset from your luxury seaside apartment. Walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Dinner is catered or on your own.

Day 2: It’s an early start today for your sea kayaking adventure. After a quick stop at the coffee shop you will don dry suits and meet your guide for a kayak lesson and ocean or lake paddle watching for bears and eagles that frequent the shoreline in search of fresh sockeye salmon. After a shoreside picnic you will head back to town for an afternoon of exploring on your own. Additional excursions such as flight seeing or guided hiking can be arranged.

Night 2: Savor the long daylight and stroll downtown for a local brew and some of the best wood fired pizza in Alaska.

Day 3: Today is another full day so pack your gear for the amazing flight back to Juneau and enjoy a hearty local breakfast before donning chest waders for an exhilarating morning of fly fishing the turquoise waters of the Chilkoot River. After a lakeside picnic we will change back into street clothes and head to the airport for an unforgettable flight back to Juneau.