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Explore Columbia Glacier and Glacier Island. Paddle the icebergs of Columbia Glacier and then cross to Glacier Island for a paddle at the Sea Lion haul-out.
Tour Activities |
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Trip Length |
3-Days, 2-Nights |
Price Includes |
Meals listed in itinerary Instruction Kayak equipment Tents & sleeping kit Guide services Motor boat transport Land use fees |
Average Price |
$ 790 |
Difficulty |
Easy / Moderate |
This 3 day kayaking tour is designed for anyone with a sense of adventure and ready to paddle amongst the wonderful marine life of the Prince William Sound. We will have the chance to paddle through the ice of Columbia Glacier and on to the peaceful bays of Glacier Island. Novice and beginner paddlers are welcome.
Day 1- Meet in Valdez at our shop in the morning for a safety briefing and orientation. From there we board our water taxi for the brilliant cruise out to Heather Bay, our access to the mighty Columbia Glacier – the largest tide water glacier in Prince William Sound. Here we embark on our journey into the massive floating icefield and amongst its towering icebergs, eventually to a spectacular island overlooking the glacier. As we paddle away from the Columbia we keep a look out for numerous marine mammals, possibly seeing harbor seals, sea otters, and perhaps a glimpse of an orca. On this night we make camp in Heather Bay and settle in for some tasty camp cuisine cooked by our guides.
(Lunch, Dinner)
Day 2- After our first night camping we're off towards Glacier Island. With Columbia Glacier to our backs, we make a two mile crossing south to Glacier Island where we are treated to more ancient rainforest and icebergs grinding against the shore. There is a multitude of inlets and bays to explore on the north side of the island, plus numerous hikes and beach combing opportunities. We may climb one of the spectacular ridges giving us wonderful views of Naked Island and the Columbia Glacier. The elusive snow covered peaks of Montague Island may even come into view. Our guides will provide another fine meal before settling in for the evening.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3 - An early start will lead us around the corner of the island to Bull Head. Here we will find a colony of Stellar Sea Lions which can be seen feeding, sleeping and swimming. As we watch these curious creatures, be on the look out for Puffins and Cormorants which inhabit the rugged caves along the coastline. We stop at an amazing beach for lunch and a hike up through the rainforest. After lunch we're off to Chamberlain Bay for some more exploring before we are picked up and taken back to Valdez.
(Breakfast, Lunch)
Trip Date |
Price |
Price (Small Group) |
Notes |
Reservation |
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| Custom Dates Available | $ 790 |
see note below |
Water taxi minimum 4 guests. Group can share taxi with day tour. |
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Date Notes:
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Price Notes:
We normally look for 4 people to run a trip, but are often willing to run it with just 2 or 3, so long as the guests are willing to cover the extra water taxi fees (4 person min). In this case, that would tack a respective $240 or $80 onto the price. Having that been said, If you are open to others joining you, we can market your interest on our "Open Trips" page so as to drum up more campers. Once more people sign on, those extra water taxi fees would go away, of course.
Private Trips: To reserve a private trip with less than 4 guests (where you want to keep the group less than 4 guests) we charge a private rate equal to 4 guests.
Gear supplied by Pangaea Adventures
- All Kayak gear, life Jackets, paddles, dry bags, etc...
- Rubber Boots and Neoprene Mittens
- All Camping equipment including tents, sleeping bags and pads.
- All cooking utensils and equipment
- All safety gear and first aid kits
- All food and Non-Alcoholic beverages as listed in itinerary.
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2 Day Shoup Glacier Tour | Take a water taxi out into Prince William Sound and enjoy a one way paddle to Shoup Glacier then back to Valdez. A great camp at Shoup Glacier. | $
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3 Day Shoup Glacier | Spend 2 nights at our camp with a glacier view. Paddle from Valdez and get a water taxi back with a full day of exploration at Shoup Glacier. Great kayaking and hiking. | $ 640 | $ | Details |
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3 Day Columbia Glacier | Water taxi to Heather Bay, Camp at Columbia Glacier night 1 then paddle to Glacier Island for Night 2. Paddle with the sea lions at Bulls Head. Great Wildlife. 4 day trip explores ne mre day in Columbia Bay. or Glacier Island. | $ 790 | $ | Details ______ |
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4 Day Columbia Glacier | Water taxi to Heather Bay, Camp at Columbia Glacier night 1 then paddle through Columbia Bay and on toGlacier Island.. Paddle with the sea lions at Bulls Head. Great Wildlife. Our favorite moderatel trip. | $ 980 | $ | Details ______ |
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6 Day Shoup Glacier to Glacier Island | Pack your kayaks. Camp in Shoup Bay State Park, Sawmill Bay State Park, and on remote beaches. Wilderness camping and incredible cooking. Motor back to Valdez. Bears, Whales, Eagles, Seals, Sea Lions and Birds. |
$ 1350 | $ | Details ______ |
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8 Day Remote Glaciers and Bays | Whale and Sea otters! Go a step beyond. Kayak beautiful & tranquil bays. Visit both Columbia & Meares Glacier. Go to the areas others don't. | $ 1899 | $ | Details ______ |
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8 Day Whales and Ice Camping Tour | Anchorage Departure: Kayak camp Knight Island, Whale Bay, and Icy bay. Visit 2 amazing tide-water glaciers and rugged coastline. | $
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