Sample Itineraries
Let Us Create Your Perfect Trip
The Bear Track Inn specializes in building and coordinating robust activity packages for our guests. We are able to help you create your own package or you may choose from one of the sample packages below. All itineraries include ground transportation for activities booked by The Bear Track Inn, lodging, and meals. Each guest is allowed 50# of luggage free of charge on the commuter plane from Juneau and Gustavus. Call toll-free (888) 697-2284 within the U.S. or (907) 697-3017 for more information.
Choose and combine any of the activities included within each recommended package to create your dream Alaskan vacation:
The Best of Glacier Bay (4+ Day Stays)
- Glacier Bay Day Boat Tour - Enjoy a private trip into Glacier Bay National Park on a 28-foot touring vessel to view an abundance of sea life and treasured glaciers.
- Whale Watching Tour - Take a full day cruise to Point Adolphus and the magnificent outer coast to see a variety of wildlife and birds, with whale sightings guaranteed.
- Guided Salt Water Fishing - Fish on local charters for hard-hitting salmon and fresh Alaskan halibut on a shared deluxe cabin cruiser that accommodates up to four people (boat features enclosed cabin, galley, and head).
- Guided Fly-Fishing - Fish secluded streams for hard-hitting Silver, Sockeye, Pink, and Chum Salmon, along with Dolly Varden, Cutthroat, and Rainbow Trout. All guided trips are catch and release only for fly-fishing.
- Guided Kayaking with Whales - Kayak with otters, seals, porpoises, sea lions and humpback whales. Learn to recognize whales by their sounds, behavior, and appearance. These trips start with a short boat ride from Gustavus and include tide pool explorations, and rain forest trek.
Animal Watchers Delight – (4+ Day Stays)
- Glacier Bay Tour - To experience the grandeur and beauty of Glacier Bay, you must experience it aboard the high-speed day cruise vessel, the Baranof Wind. This high-speed vessel shows you more of Glacier Bay in one day, cruising up bay to where massive glaciers can be viewed close up and where abundant wildlife may be observed.
- Bear Watching - Visit Pack Creek on Admiralty Island to observe Alaskan Brown and Black Bears from a safe distance. Spend your day viewing the bears from land or from the floats of an Alaskan bush plane.
- Guided Kayaking with Whales - Kayak with otters, seals, porpoises, sea lions and humpback whales. Learn to recognize whales by their sounds, behavior, and appearance. These trips start with a short boat ride from Gustavus and include tide pool explorations, and rain forest trek.
- Whale Watching Tour - Take a full day cruise to Point Adolphus and the magnificent outer coast to see a variety of wildlife and birds, with whale sightings guaranteed.
The Adventurer - (4+ Day Stays)
- Unguided Freshwater Fishing - Fish secluded streams for hard-hitting Silver, Sockeye, Pink, or Chum Salmon, along with Dolly Varden, Cutthroat, and Rainbow Trout depending on the season. All tackle is provided.
- Unguided Kayaking - Paddle with whales and other sea life in Icy Strait or Glacier Bay! This is a more relaxed sea kayaking experience that is perfectly suited for beginners and families. You choose the location and the pace. Both single and double kayaks are available.
- Whale Watching Tour - Take a full day cruise to Point Adolphus and the magnificent outer coast to see a variety of wildlife and birds, with whale sightings guaranteed.
- Glacier Bay Day Boat Tour - Enjoy a private trip into Glacier Bay National Park on a 28-foot touring vessel to view an abundance of sea life and treasured glaciers.
The Fisherman – (4+ Day Stays)
- Guided Salt Water Fishing - Fish on your own private charter for hard-hitting salmon and fresh Alaskan halibut on a shared deluxe cabin cruiser that can accommodate up to four people. You might also choose to mix it up by adding a day or two of fresh water fishing to your excursion!
Short Stay – (3 Day Stays or Less)
*To make the most of this package we recommend arriving in Gustavus before 12:00pm on your check in day, and departing Gustavus after 4:30pm on your final day.
- Glacier Bay Day Boat Tour - Enjoy a private trip into Glacier Bay National Park on a 28-foot touring vessel to view an abundance of sea life and treasured glaciers.
- Guided Kayaking or Kayaking with Whales - Paddle with whales and other sea life in Icy Strait or Glacier Bay! This is a more relaxed sea kayaking experience that is perfectly suited for beginners and families. You choose the location and the pace. Both single and double kayaks are available.
- Half-Day Whale Watching Tour - Take a half-day cruise to Point Adolphus and the magnificent outer coast to see a variety of wildlife and birds, with whale sightings almost certain!