Northern Passages with Glacier Bay & Sitka

Starts and Ends

Juneau to
Sitka

Travel Periods

09 May 26 - 19 Sep 26 & 08 May 27 - 18 Sep 27

Experience

Travel Style

Ocean Cruising

Highlights

Marvel at towering glaciers in Glacier Bay National Park, witnessing the dramatic ice formations and calving events up close in a truly untouched wilderness

Discover Alaska's UNESCO World Heritage Site, Glacier Bay National Park

Experience the intimacy of UnCruise small ships, with personalised service, immersive adventures, and access to remote destinations that larger vessels cannot reach

Active, small-group adventure including kayaks, skiffs and hiking through remote fjords, glacial outwash fields and old-growth forests led by expert naturalist guides

Visit the charming towns of Sitka and Juneau, rich in history, culture, and local experiences that reveal the heritage of Southeast Alaska

Spot humpback whales, sea otters, stellar sea lions, and bald eagles, with expert naturalists guiding you to the best viewing opportunities

8 days

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AUD 7,583

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Overview

Experience the wild beauty of Alaska on this intimate, small-ship UnCruise adventure, set aboard the luxurious Safari Endeavour, your comfortable home base for a week-long journey through Southeast Alaska. This unique itinerary explores the breathtaking Sitka Sound and Peril Strait and visits the charming historic towns of Sitka and Juneau, each rich in culture and natural beauty. Glide through narrow passages teeming with wildlife, from humpback whales and sea lions to bald eagles soaring overhead, and marvel at towering glaciers, rugged fjords, and pristine islands along the way.

Each day offers guided adventures by kayak, skiff, or on foot, allowing you to explore hidden coves, hike through lush rainforests, and experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Glacier Bay National Park. With personalised service and expert naturalist guides, this cruise delivers an up-close, immersive experience of Alaska’s untouched wilderness, far from the crowds. Every meal, excursion, and piece of equipment is included, ensuring a seamless journey where adventure, wildlife encounters, and authentic connection with nature and local culture take centre stage. Perfect for adventurers and nature lovers alike!

Inclusions

7 nights onboard Safari Endeavour

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard

Explore the breathtaking Sitka Sound and Peril Strait

Full day in Glacier Bay National Park

Whale watching in Icy Strait, Lynn Canal or Chatham Strait

Hike and bushwhack in the Tongrass National Forest

Kayak, paddleboard, and skiff in Glacial Fjords

Experienced Expedition Team

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Ship Onboard Safari Endeavour

Safari Endeavour is a small ship that has wood fixtures, accents that shine, and artwork that highlights the warm and cool waters where it sails. Four decks are fully equipped for comfort and action. From the exercise equipment and lounge chairs in the Bridge deck, to the twin hot tubs on the Upper deck, to the Bow viewing area on the Cabin deck, to the library and dining room on the Main deck, everything you need is easy to reach.

Onboard Features: EZ Dock launch platform; kayaks, paddleboards, inflatable skiffs, hiking poles; underwater bow-mounted camera; two on-deck hot tubs; fitness equipment and yoga mats; DVD and book library; wine bar.

Safari Endeavour | Credit: UnCruise / David A Lee

Day 1 Juneau

There’s nothing like a hearty greeting from your crew and some bon voyage bubbly. With all souls settled in on board, you’re underway. From the bow, Southeast Alaska welcomes you with Coast Mountain views.

Overnight stay onboard the Safari Endeavour

Dinner

Juneau | Credit: Travel Alaska

Day 2 Captain's Choice Cruising

Lynn Canal or Chatham Strait, your captain makes the call. Either choice, go with the flow. The water is fine. The guides help you gear up and lead your adventure along the rocky outcroppings. By kayak or paddle board, take in the size of this wilderness. Bald eagles dot the tree tops. Harbor seals bob up and under. Pods of orcas, the largest in the dolphin family, skim along the water’s surface.

Overnight stay onboard the Safari Endeavour.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Bald Eagle | Credit: UnCruise

Day 3 Glacier Bay National Park

Privilege abounds as you sail through Southeast Alaska west of Juneau. At 3.3 million acres, this UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve is massive. Orange-beaked puffins, guillemots, and marbled murrelets are just a few possible sightings. Keep a tally, and the list will grow.

Arriving at South Marble Island, you can hear and smell ‘em before you see ‘em, it’s a haulout for sea lions. Perched above around the bend, watch for mountain goats, and lower along shore, foraging bears. Up bay, glacial silt turns the water a milky white. Margerie and Grand Pacific Glaciers, one holding steady, the other retreating. Lounging harbor seals laze on bits of bergs. And if time allows, tuck up in Tidal Inlet. End this very full day with your feet up for the sail into Icy Strait.

Overnight stay onboard the Safari Endeavour.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Margerie Glacier | Credit: Stephen Meyers

Day 4 Icy Strait

Nearly to the Pacific Ocean, Icy Strait is remote and wild. The plan? Whales and marine mammals. Spouts and fin slaps are certain giveaways. More rollicking sea lions and birds. But don’t forget to look straight down. Porpoises and dolphins may hitch a ride on the bow wave. And don’t worry about missing any wildlife; it’s a favorite mission of the crew to point out any creatures they spot. Make a break for it and head for a quiet pocket along the rugged coastline. A different sort of wild than the open strait, muskeg leads to forest bushwhacks. Skiff the shore and down along kelp-threaded channels.

Overnight stay onboard the Safari Endeavour.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Whales bubble net feeding | Credit: UnCruise

Day 5 Chichagof Island

Kick off the morn with on-deck yoga stretches (your guides love it when you join them). Meander through glacier-carved fjords along the Chichagof coast. Then stop. It’s a prime time to lower the kayaks and skiffs. Closer inspection by skiff, moss-dripping trees run right down to the water. Any bears in there? With one of the world’s largest populations of bears, it’s possible.

Go searching for giant trees and tidal pools. Hiking in the Tongass, it won’t take long to find them. Your eagle-eyed guides lead the pack and pull up the rear. Later, wend along a twisting channel known for dramatic currents. Peril Strait runs 50 miles to Salisbury Sound.

Overnight stay onboard the Safari Endeavour.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Safari Endeavour | Credit: UnCruise

Day 6 Baranof Island / Peril Strait

Wend along a twisting channel known for dramatic currents. Peril Strait runs 50 miles to Salisbury Sound. The shorelines are close and it’s good territory for play. Skiff ashore and hike into the backcountry. Otters back float working to crack snacks resting on their bellies. Opening at Hoonah Sound, the squeeze is back on. Wind into Neva Strait. Watch the scenery change in the late fading light—from the hot tub of course.

Overnight stay onboard the Safari Endeavour.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sea Otters | Credit: State of Alaska | Mark Kelley

Day 7 Krestof & Nakwasina Islands

There aren’t many straight lines along Baranof Island. Its western side is spattered with remote, uninhabited islands. These features mean endless opportunities for adventure. Secluded coves. Treecovered islets. Drop anchor, pick your modus operandi, and get going. Kayak, paddle board, or skiff, you’re on the level with curious sea lions and possibly whales.

Rocky intertidal zones make good beach combing. Turn a stone or two to see what’s underneath. There are no groomed trails here, get out on a guided hike John Muir would approve of. Toast your voyage with a Farewell Dinner and a “photo journal” of your trip. A gift to you, from your expedition team.

Overnight stay onboard the Safari Endeavour.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Paddling on Baranof Island | Credit: UnCruise

Day 8 Sitka

Cruise into Sitka this morning over breakfast. Farewell new friends! Disembark and transfer to the airport or your hotel stay or land tour.

Breakfast

Sitka Sound | Credit: State of Alaska | Mark Kelley

Additional information

2026 Departures

May - 9^, 16*, 23, 30*
June - 6, 13*, 20, 27*
July - 4, 11*, 18, 25*
August - 1, 8*, 15, 22*^, 29
September - 5^*, 12, 19*

2027 Departures

May - 8^, 15*, 22, 29*
June - 5, 12*, 19, 26*
July - 3, 10*, 17, 24*, 31^
August - 7*, 14, 21*, 28
September - 4^*, 11, 18*

*These dates operate in the reverse direction from Sitka to Juneau.
#Kids in Nature Themed departures.
^Adults Only departures.

2026 UnCruise Adventures 30th Anniversary WAVE Offer
Book by 18 April 2026 and Save Up to AU$750 per person on all 2026 sailings aboard the Safari Quest, Wilderness Discoverer, Wilderness Adventurer. Save up to AU$750 per person on select sailings aboard the Safari Endeavour and Wilderness Legacy.

Eligible dates for Safari Endeavour & Wilderness Legacy:
- Safari Endeavour: May 9, 23; June 6, 13, 20, 27; July 4; August 8, 15, 22, 29; Sept 5, 12, 19, 2026.
- Wilderness Legacy: April 13, 25; May 9, 16, 23; June 6, 13, 20; July 4; August 8, 15; Sept 5, 12, 19, 2026.

2027 UnCruise Adventures 30th Anniversary WAVE Offer
For 2027 sailings, book early and save up to 10% on any 2027 Alaska Sailings (excluding Aleutian Islands Adventure). Please contact our dedicated sales team for more information. Offer ends 18 April 2026.

Excluded

International airfares and taxes
Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.)
Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package
Gratuities will be shared among your onboard crew and are paid at the end of your cruise. UnCruise recommend US$315 per week per guest (US$45/day per guest). Gratuities can be added to your tab along with any onboard purchases.

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