Eagle Preserve Rafting & Native Culture Experience
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Port
Haines (Skagway), Alaska, US
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$259.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Take in history, culture, wildlife and awe-inspiring scenery on a rafting adventure through the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. Enjoy a picnic on the shores of the Chilkat River and a float trip down to the village of Klukwan.
A scenic panoramic drive takes you past Fort William H. Seward -- an early US Army outpost and a National Historic Site.
Follow the Haines Highway into the Chilkat Valley -- home to up to 400 bald eagles. Hop into a sturdy 18-foot inflatable rubber raft and push off to raft down the peaceful waters of the Chilkat River among the majestic scenery of the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. Naturalist guides share their knowledge of this incredible land and the abundant wildlife that lives here -- eagles, moose, bears and even wolves.
Step ashore for a picnic lunch complete with beverages and cookies.
Welcome to the Native village of Klukwan, nestled on the riverbank. Visit the Jilkaat Kwaan Heritage Center -- a state-of-the-art, museum-quality center that houses an array of Tlingit cultural treasures and masterworks of Northwest Coast Indian art in the Whale House Collection. It's believed that Kaajísdu.axtch -- a Tlingit master artist -- created this much-coveted collection of carvings more than 200 years ago.
Stroll to the village's traditional cultural camp and watch craft and storytelling demonstrations. Purchase handmade souvenirs if you wish.
Notes:
Dress warmly in layers with a wind- and waterproof outer layer; bring gloves, a scarf and a warm hat. Bring an extra pair of socks. A rain poncho, rubber boots, and life jacket are provided. This tour has no white water and is suitable for anyone in good health. Guests who are pregnant past 20 weeks' gestation are not allowed to participate. Waiver must be signed, and medical conditions disclosed. Terrain includes uneven surfaces. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. Minimum age is 7 years. Minimum weight is 50 lbs. Maximum weight is 350 lbs. Tour sequence may vary. There may be some restrictions on photography and video at Klukwan