*(B = breakfast included, L = lunch included, D = dinner included)

Alaska’s Inside Passage April 16-29, 2018

14 Days – 13 Nights

Join Executive Director and Naturalist Travis Williams for this 14-day itinerary that starts in Ketchikan, Alaska and ends in Sitka, Alaska. We will follow the centuries old expedition

routes of early explorers taking in both the natural and cultural history of the area.

It is a journey that stretches over 500 miles and winds through rugged coastline and islands. Our excursion will explore the many islands, glaciers, and temperate rainforests of Alaska’s Inside Passage. We will be traveling the migratory route of a variety of whales and

birds during the peak season. There will likely be opportunities to see black and brown bears foraging on the beaches, along with wolves, moose, deer and more. Each day offers

excursions with our naturalists including hiking and kayaking, beautiful anchorages in remote spots, wildlife and bird viewing, art and history, and the opportunity to simply relax and enjoy yourself. All of these adventures will be complimented by private

accommodations aboard the 97’ converted mine sweeper, Sea Wolf. While aboard we will have a private chef preparing all our meals, private cabins with private restrooms, and a

host of first class experiences. April 16 – Travel to Ketchikan, AK

The group will meet up with the crew from the Sea Wolf and begin our adventure. (D)

April 17-28 – All Aboard the SeaWolf Our group will slowly work north and west

through Alaska’s Inside Passage exploring: Misty Fjords, Thomas Bay, Baird Glacier,

Etolin Island, Wragel Narrows, Petersburg, Edicaott Arm, Sawes Glacier, Fords Terror, Admiralty Island, Baranof Island, Sitka

Sound, and the outer islands of Sitka. Each day will include boat travel, kayaking

and/or hiking, and chef prepared local foods. (B,L,D)

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*(B = breakfast included, L = lunch included, D = dinner included)

April 28 – Sitka, AK

After breakfast we will take a guided tour through Sitka visiting the Totem National Park, Sea Life

Aquarium and Fish Hatchery, and various community attractions before having a picnic lunch. We will end the day at the Sitka Hotel

where we will have dinner and stay the night. (B,L,D)

April 29 – Travel Home or Extend Your Trip

The trip can either end with flights heading back to Seattle and on to Michigan, or for

those interested in a little more adventure there are some add-on options.

April 29 – Add On Options

Flight Seeing Helicopter Ride & Glacier Exploration

(landing/hiking on a glacier) Explore Juneau Interested in a few more days, travel to

Denali National Park and explore inland Alaska.

*(B = breakfast included, L = lunch included, D = dinner included)

Expected Sightings & Experiences Variety of whale species

Orcas (killer whale) and Dals porpoise Sea otters, harbor seals, and Steller

sea lions Black and brown bear Moose and Sitka deer

Wolves Mountain goats

Hundreds of bird species Glaciers and icebergs Hiking in a temperate rainforest

Exploring beaches Kayaking coastal waters

Experiencing native culture

Trip Pricing: $7,000 per person (based on double occupancy)

Payment: $1,000 deposit due at time of booking and required to hold a place on the trip; $3,000 1st payment due by October 1, 2018; Final payment of $3,000 due by February 1,

2019. All payments may be made at one time if desired. Cancellations: No refunds will be given

for cancellation. If the ODC Explorer Network cancels the trip, 100% of all

deposits and payments received will be refunded to prospective travelers.

Included: 13 nights lodging; all meals from Ketchikan to Sitka; all scheduled

group transportation within Alaska; professional naturalist guide; professional photo collection from trip;

group entrance to museums, parks and attractions; taxes; and gratuities for

boat crew and captain Not included: Flight to Ketchikan, AK and from Sitka, AK; alcoholic beverages (beer and

wine served complimentary in the evenings on the boat); and personal items during the trip. (Flights for the group may be coordinated through Travel Leaders in Jenison.)

Please contact trip leader Travis Williams to learn more or to make a payment: 616.393.9453 or travis@outdoordiscovery.org.

*(B = breakfast included, L = lunch included, D = dinner included)