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The bucket-list things to do — and the private, expert-led way to do each.
Here’s the bucket list for your day ashore: the most extraordinary thing to do at each stop, and the private, small-group, or expert-led way to make it yours — your own pace, real access, none of the crowd.
Cruise the rich waters of Prince of Wales Island aboard a dedicated wildlife vessel, scanning for humpback whales, orcas, Steller sea lions, and harbor seals. This is Southeast Alaska's premier marine wildlife experience — raw, unscripted, and utterly unforgettable.
Walk among one of Alaska's most significant collections of standing totem poles — 21 poles in a park setting overlooking Klawock Lake — guided by a local Tlingit cultural interpreter. Each pole is a chapter of living Indigenous history you won't find anywhere else on earth.
Paddle the glassy, island-dotted waters of Klawock Lake before visiting the Klawock River Hatchery, one of the oldest salmon hatcheries in Alaska. Wild salmon, eagles, and black bears on the riverbanks make this a sensory overload of Alaskan wilderness.
Step inside the working studio where Tlingit master carvers shape monumental totem poles from raw Alaska cedar, carrying forward a tradition that defines Northwest Coast art. Private access with direct conversation with the carvers elevates this far beyond any museum visit.
Trek a wild Pacific coastal trail through old-growth temperate rainforest, then reward yourself at a local craft brewery pouring ales brewed with Alaskan glacier water. This is the rugged, delicious side of Prince of Wales Island that few cruise passengers ever find.
Discover the flavours of Prince of Wales Island — fresh-smoked wild salmon, Tlingit berry preparations, and locally foraged ingredients — on a guided culinary and community tour that connects you directly with the people who live and fish here.
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