Local Connections: Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier Photo Safari Designed by Alaskan Photographer

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

What You Visit:

Mendenhall Glacier & Whale Watching Photography Tour
Join a small group in capturing the wonders of Alaska, from spectacular glaciers to guaranteed whale sightings on a photography excursion lead by a professional instructor. Local photographer Cam Byrnes used 15 years of guiding experience to help craft a personalized and informative excursion. From a guided walk at the Mendenhall Glacier to specifically designed safari vessels you'll receive expert natural-history interpretation while picking up tips and techniques to enhance your images.

Your first destination is a walk through the Steep Creek area to a series of breathtaking lookouts of the Mendenhall Glacier. Then, you'll board a 34-foot covered exploration vessel in search of whales in the waterways of Stephens Passage. This boat is specially designed to get you up close to the natural environment, instrumental for natural, wildlife photography. You'll receive a $100 cash refund from the tour operator at the conclusion of the tour if a whale is not sighted on the trip.

Photo Opportunity:
Bring your camera and get ready to capture that magical moment worth a thousand words. A gentle walk along the Steep Creek area reveals beaver dams, salmon streams and remarkable glacier panoramas.

Snack:
Enjoy a granola bar, mixed nuts, fruit leather, Peppermint Patty or chocolate mint, and bottled water during your adventure.

What You See Along The Way:
As you cruise the waters of Stephens Passage, you may see humpback whales, sea lions, orcas, harbor seals, porcupines, eagles, salmon and even black bears.

Special Notes:

Guests should expect to walk approximately .75 miles on an improved paved and gravel trail with some steps. Dress warmly in layers. Tour operates in all weather conditions. Group size is limited to 14 guests. Tour order may vary. A complimentary one-time use camera is included for each child 12 years old and younger! Everyone receives a frame-able postcard with instructions to access exclusive online photography tutorials, slideshows, historical images and a printable tip sheet. All content is free and downloadable to any device. Bring your camera, plenty of film or digital capacity, and spare batteries. All tour participants are eligible to enter to win cash and prizes in the tour operator's Capture Juneau Photo Contest.

Provided: Rain poncho, mono-pod walking stick, binoculars, one-time use camera for children

Snack: Granola bar, mixed nuts, fruit leather, Peppermint Patty or chocolate mint, bottled water

Liability waiver required to be signed in the presence of the tour operator.

Unaccompanied Minor Policy: Children under the age of 18 must have a signed parental consent form to participate without a parent or guardian.