Coastal Escape

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3 days/2 nights

ACTIVITIES
Easy to moderate kayaking and easy hiking.

ACCOMMODATIONS
2 nights camping

COST
$595 + 2.5% fuel surcharge + tax

DATES
Custom departures May-September

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LEVELS
Each of our trips has been rated "1" to "4" according to what conditions can be expected on the trip, with "1" being the easiest and "4" being the more challenging trips. Keep in mind that even easy trips may become difficult if weather conditions are adverse. On all trips, guests help carry personal and group gear and, on sea kayaking trips, help carry their boat up and down the beach (65-80 pounds for two-four people). Most of our trips travel to remote wilderness locations with no facilities of any kind, and evacuation may be prolonged and difficult. More specific information can be found in each trip's detailed itinerary.

Level "2" to "4" trips entail travel to remote wilderness locations without facilities and walking over uneven and sometimes slippery terrain.

LEVEL 1: Easiest

LEVEL 2: Easy to Moderate

LEVEL 3: Moderate

LEVEL 4: Moderate to Challenging
(Some trips are rated at level "4" due primarily to the length of the trip in remote wilderness, or because a specific skill level is assumed, not because they are extremely physically demanding.)

Discover the beautiful Inside Passage in stable, two-person sea kayaks - the backpacking alternative for exploring Alaska's wilderness. Sea kayaking is the best way to experience the lush old growth forests of the Tongass National Forest, the dramatic coastal ecosystem and the varied marine life. Leaving from Juneau, we head out to the "end of the road" and leave all civilization behind. The wilderness waters around Juneau are famous for their beauty and productivity. Watch bald eagles perched above, seals breaking the ocean surface, and an occasional humpback whale. Walk the rocky shorelines with our naturalist-guides, and feast on superb meals. You will be surprised at the quality of our wilderness repast! The Coastal Escape can be customized to suit your family or group. Begins and ends in Juneau.

DETAILED ITINERARY:

Day 1 - We begin our day in downtown Juneau at 8:30 a.m. for a pre-trip meeting. Please note you will need to be ready for departure before the meeting starts - bags packed and ready for a great adventure!

After the meeting, we drive 40 miles to the end of the Juneau road system at Echo Cove. Our introduction to kayaking begins in this protected cove along the mainland coast. You will be surprised at how beautiful and wild a place can be within driving distance to a state capital! We will paddle into gorgeous Berner's Bay and set up camp for the night.

Day 2 - We'll paddle the scenic shores of Berner's Bay, watching for wildlife and exploring the area. Depending on the wishes of the group, we may spend some time in the afternoon beachcombing or exploring the rich forests. We may also hike to a beautiful waterfall above a salmon stream. The pace will be leisurely as we travel on land or water. We will travel 4-5 miles a day by kayak.

Day 3 - In the morning, we enjoy breakfast, pack up camp and paddle back to Echo Cove. We'll have lunch along the way arriving back in Juneau mid- to late afternoon. Once back in Juneau we will take you to your lodging, the ferry, or airport.

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