Alaska: Juneau to Glacier Bay Charter Itinerary

Alaska: Juneau to Glacier Bay Itinerary

Alaska: Juneau to Glacier Bay Yacht Charter
A week from Juneau to the untouched beauty of Glacier Bay, taking in tidewater fjords, bear islands and hidden hot springs. This route packs the best of southeast Alaska into seven days, calving glaciers and Russian-era towns, remote villages and abundant wildlife. Expect towering ice and feeding whales, hot springs reachable only by boat and a UNESCO wilderness finale.

Every route we shape is a starting point, not a fixed schedule. Stay a second day where the light is right, move with the weather, or follow a captain to a quieter anchorage. What follows is one considered way to read it; the rest we tailor to you.
Day 1

Juneau

Begin in Juneau, Alaska’s vibrant capital, accessible only by sea or air and set beneath snow-capped peaks. Visit the Mendenhall Glacier, then sail into the passage for a first night at anchor.
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Day 2

Tracy Arm Fjord

Venture deep into the breathtaking Tracy Arm, a thirty-mile glacial fjord renowned for its towering cliffs and ice. Nudge toward the Sawyer Glaciers, watch for seals on the bergs, and take in the scale.
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Day 3

Admiralty Island

Cruise to Admiralty Island, the Fortress of the Bears, home to one of the largest concentrations of brown bears on earth. Watch for bears along the shore, then anchor in a sheltered cove.
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Day 4

Baranof Hot Springs

Head to the remote and idyllic Baranof Warm Springs on the eastern shore of Baranof Island. Soak in the natural hot springs, hike the scenic trail to the lake, and anchor beside the waterfall.
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Day 5

Sitka

Arrive in historic Sitka, set against snow-capped mountains and a volcanic cone. Explore the Russian Orthodox cathedral and totem park, then return to the yacht for a quiet evening.
Day 6

Elfin Cove

Sail toward the secluded village of Elfin Cove, tucked away on Chichagof Island and accessible only by water. Wander the boardwalks, meet the fishermen, and anchor in the sheltered inlet.
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Day 7

Glacier Bay

Conclude your adventure with a visit to the awe-inspiring Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO wilderness of tidewater glaciers and wildlife. Watch a glacier calve and toast a week in Alaska.
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