Juneau Coastal Adventure-Whale Watching, Kayaking, and Ship Wreck
Overview
Discover the Wild Side of Juneau — Your Own Private Alaska Adventure
Escape the crowded tour boats and experience Southeast Alaska on a private coastal adventure designed around you.
Your 5 hour journey aboard our comfortable, premium sightseeing vessel combines some of Alaska's most extraordinary experiences into one unforgettable excursion. With your own captain and local guide, you'll explore the stunning waters surrounding Juneau, where snow-covered mountains rise above ancient forests and wildlife thrives along the rugged coastline.
What's Included
- Snacks Hearty snacks and local Thunder Mountain Spring water is available.
- Sea kayaks and paddling gear
Meeting and Pickup
We can also pick you up from all major Juneau cruise ship docks, including Franklin Dock, AJ Dock, and CT Dock. Most guests can reach the meeting point with a short 5–10 minute walk.Exact meeting location and directions (including a map link) will be provided after booking.Our schedule is designed around cruise ship arrivals and departures, and we guarantee timely return to your ship.For day-of-tour assistance, call or text 907-713-4949.
What To Expect
Experience the wild beauty of Southeast Alaska on an unforgettable 5-hour coastal adventure aboard our spacious, exceptionally stable catamaran. With just a small group of guests, enjoy an intimate, personalized journey combining incredible wildlife encounters, breathtaking scenery, and hands-on exploration.
Cruise through the spectacular waters around Favorite Reef in search of humpback whales, sea lions, sea otters, bald eagles, and countless seabirds. With comfortable indoor and outdoor viewing areas, there's no bad seat in the house!
One of the highlights of our adventure is Green Cove, where we'll step directly off the bow onto shore to explore the historic shipwreck Islander, beached here in the 1940s. Discover a fascinating piece of Alaska's maritime history.
Feeling adventurous? When weather and sea conditions allow, guests can launch kayaks directly from our catamaran to explore protected coastal waters, surrounded by spectacular wilderness and marine wildlife.
Whether you prefer relaxing aboard with a warm drink, photographing whales, exploring a remote beach, or paddling through pristine waters, this experience offers the perfect balance of comfort and adventure.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (13)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-257539P2
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 8 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (13)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Juneau Coastal Adventure-Whale Watching, Kayaking, and Ship Wreck. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022Your safety is Cool Shore Excursions’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Hearty snacks and local Thunder Mountain Spring water is available.
- Sea kayaks and paddling gear.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Juneau Coastal Adventure-Whale Watching, Kayaking, and Ship Wreck is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Juneau Coastal Adventure-Whale Watching, Kayaking, and Ship Wreck will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksHearty snacks and local Thunder Mountain Spring water is available.
- Sea kayaks and paddling gear
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
