Off the grid might be an understatement…read more People say, "it isn't about the destination, its about the journey, man". In this case, the destination, Davidson Glacier, was stunning, but getting there was the real adventure. When we disembarked in Skagway, we didn't have an excursion pre-reserved. We wanted to get away from the endless jewelry stores and tourist traps and do something active, but didn't want to take any of the helicopter or small plane trips (long story). So we looked over the options offered by a local tour company [1] and decided on the Glacier Point Wilderness Safari. It was described as a high speed jet catamaran ride followed by a nature walk and canoe trip to the edge of a glacier. What we didn't realize is that we would leave civilization far behind and embark on something more unique than we realized. We left the metropolis of Skagway (pop. 1500 in high season) on the catamaran for an hour cruise to the remote area of Glacier Point. On the boat, our guide started telling us about the area and the group of hardy and humorous souls that live on the island during the summer months. You see every summer ten people live and work on the island in a little community with no running water or electricity while taking visitors to the glacier. And when the weather turns bad, which it invariably does in Alaska, and the trips are canceled, they have the place all to themselves. And boy was it beautiful. We were the first group to visit after a 3-day storm and they were really happy to see some new faces. Half the fun of the excursion was talking to the guides and asking them about their daily life on the island and what brought them there. It was fun to imagine what it would be like to join them for a few weeks in this exquisite solitude, but I know my limits. One of our family jokes is that I'm a 'state park kinda girl.' The canoe trip was a bit of a disappointment because we are a family of paddlers and although you are in a 30' Voyager canoe, the paddling itself is brief and ceremonial since the guide operates an outboard motor. And based on the skills (or lack thereof) of the motley crew of tourists, the motor is a good call. I wouldn't categorize the trip as active since you do far more sitting than walking or paddling. It was extremely cold, so take them up on their offer of extra layers. Unlike our other visits to glaciers, we got close in and time stood still as we gazed at the intense blue color, fragments, cracks, crags and landslides. Alaska is a land constantly on the move. Most glaciers are receding at an alarming rate, so there was awe tinged with sadness that it will never be the same. You've got to take it all in while it lasts. They had silly jokes, songs, provided history about the area and facts about glaciers. It was totally interactive and you never got the sense they were just going through the motions. All in all, one of our favorite outings in Alaska. And it was WAY OUT. [1] We booked through M&M tours, but others booked in advance through their cruise ships although this tour was not an option on Princess Cruises excursion list.

Spectacular excursion . Great staff - Great Value !…read more All of the staff was amazing from the boat crew with Captain Jim to our guides Elise , Jake and the group ! This excursion checks all boxes . 1 hour Power boat sightseeing ride to base camp. Along the way you will see Gorgeous Alaskan scenery from wildlife , water falls , to nature at its finest. A Adequate sack lunch is provided - sandwich , trail mix , apple sauce and water . It really Hits the spot when your hungry from hiking and paddling . It was also a added bonus to picnic in the Alaskan wilderness . ! Very cool canoe ride/kayak ride and great hike up to Davidson glacier . Amazing pictures !! This excursion is adventurous , informative ,a ton of fun and safe ! The staff is exceptional .

May 16, 2025 Carnival Cruise excursion- Bike, hike and raft. About 11 miles total. The staff guides…read moreare incredibly knowledgeable with the history and they take pride in sharing it with guests. We biked with Gabriella, Abby and Colin. We also encountered Danny and Rachel for the hike and river float; thank you both so much for the enthusiasm and guidance through Saint's trail. We loved the DMC story too!! Again so much pride in the town they live in, thank you all so much for our experiences. We highly recommend this excursion to see the forest and river. Rob and Renee

We did the hike and float tour in Skagway and it was awesome. They were very accommodating to our…read moreolder family member that decided to do the nature walk instead of the full hike. I t

Ken and Jaciee were AWESOME! We caught three king salmon, but that was only because of high winds…read more Usually they catch 13-26!! They pulled over to the highest waterfall in America that was made from a giant glacier and got us a pitcher of water that we could drink from! Also on our way back they took us to a place where bald eagles got 3 feet from us!! AMAZING trip. The Eagles and the waterfall could've been its own trip itself! Hopefully I'll be able to comeback and visit them!

What a great time we had fishing with Ken and great crew Mandi!…read more Ken knew just where to go to catch fish and Mandi's skill helped me catch the biggest King Salmon of my life (so far). Highly recommend Never Monday Fishing Charters for an incredible fishing experience! Tell them you want to catch a fish just like Christina!

This was the highlight of our cruise as we had an amazing tour guide who also entertained with his…read moreguitar. He stopped to let us see both brown and black bears and picked us up from ship and dropped us back again. Had a great lunch, loved all the sights. Couldn't recommend more- best value for money of all the excursions done. Thanks for an amazing day.

Outstanding service! Brook, our driver, was knowledgeable, friendly and fun. She went over and…read moreabove to ensure our safety and our fun. The business is family owned and they treated with kindness throughout the booking process, the pick up and the delivery back to our ship. I highly recommend their service.

Raymond our tour guide was super friendly. We were debating on going on the Skagway Train ride, but…read morethis was so much less! Unless you want that train experience, this was so much more cost effective. Great views of the mountains and you get glimpse of the Gold Rush historic places. TIP: bring your passport, and ensure you use the restroom prior to your tour. There's only remote outhouses on the stops.

We booked this tour through shore excursion group and had a fantastic time! This tour really takes…read moreyou around to all the gorgeous spots in Skagway. We even got to visit the cemetery to see soapy! Many picture opportunities and our tour guide Jodie was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. We would recommend this tour to anyone coming into town, 100% worth it. BRING YOUR PASSPORT, it's required!

Did a "self guided" tour but it's a very nice area. The inlet leads to the river which leads to the…read morelake. Lots of people out fly fishing and a high sockeye count. Didn't get to see mama bear (Speedy) and her 3 cubs but it amazes me how much people walk around with blinders on when there is wildlife around

We took a sunset lake tour before heading back to our cruise ship…read more I know, more water... right? It was BEAUTIFUL! The guide we had was amazing and friendly. He decided to take a different course than the others so that we might have a chance to see a bear snacking on some salmon. It took a bit of waiting, but we most surely did see a bear not too far from us (about 50 feet). It was an amazing experience getting to be able to see the whole thing up close while snapping some great pictures. The tours provides you with some really good binoculars which brought everything closer and crystal clear. Snacks and beverages were provided. If you're in Haines and not finding much to do, because let's face it it's not that big of a place head down and take a lake tour!

While we were on our Alaskan Cruise, we took an excursions in Skagway. We met with our tour guide…read morenear the dock, and took a quick boat ride across the Lynn Canal to the other side. The Lodge was located right off the small dock. They had a quite spacious land around the lodge, and even thought it was grey and misty out, we could still see across the water and a few cruise ships. As soon as we entered the lodge, it was so warm and welcoming, it was great! They offered mimosa, and of course, we didn't say no. They also had other drinks like Alaskan Beer, which my hubby also had in addition to the mimosa. After a nice mimosa, the "naturalist" staff took us for a quick walk outside. Then, we followed the guide and the wooden signs towards the waterfall. It was not very far, and we could hear the gushing water from nearby distance. Once we arrived at the Waterfall Grotto, it was so powerful and strong, it reminded me of a Seinfeld Show when George (a.k.a. Marine Biologist) said "The sea was angry that day my friends"...LOL. Even our guide was amazed at its powerful flow, he said that it is normally more calm, but with the rain, it has become a monster. After a nice little walk to the waterfall, we went on a rainforest hike. The guide took us to the top of the hill, we got to see another waterfall, also powerful and beautiful. The view from up here was really nice, nothing but nature. After the hike, we returned to the lodge, and it was time for Dungeness crab and shrimp boil! The staff had it all cooked up in one pot, and was just getting them onto a HUGE bowl. It was oh-so-good-for-your-soul food! Then, it was time for dessert. They had big marshmallows, graham crackers and chocolate, calling out for S'more lovers, and decadent double chocolate brownies. We learned a lot about the rich history about Burro Creek, and the beautiful nature surrounding the area. We took in lots of fresh air and delicious food, and had loads of fun! This was THE best excursion that we took during our Alaskan Cruise.

This experience was supreme. The staff's motto of "we want you to treat this as your own home",…read moreset the stage for a divine afternoon. My Mom, brother and myself rated this as our #1 excursion on our Alaskan cruise as a result of the excellent team. All are to be commended. The facilities from boat, dock, lodge, hiking trails were pristine. The hospitality was warm and friendly. The food and drink offerings were plentiful and delicious. My favorite moments were hiking on well marked trails and feeling the loamy soil underfoot and sitting on the outdoor porch drinking wine by the suspension bridge gazing to the mountains surrounding Skagway. As stated by the staff "you will not want to leave!"! I inquired about conducting a Yoga retreat here and hope they'll be able to accommodate overnight guests soon. Thank you for making this possible. Peace to all.

Our tour included the scenic White Pass Railway, Dredge Town gold panning experience, and slep dog…read moreexperience. Klondike Mike was our tour guide and really made the railway experience over the top. Incredibly informative, personable, and fun tour guide. Enjoyed how he interacted with the group individuals, especially when he spoke engaging our 8 year old daughter when talking how these experiences will last a life time, the importance of memories, etc. Dredge Town gold panning was corny, but fun fun. The only downside was how the actors let you know multiple times before you ever start panning to expect miniscule amounts which really breaks the illusion of the gold rush and panning. The sled talk was great and the dogs were fun to watch. They dogs only ran one lap around the track, it would have been nice to see them go a bit more since there is not a lot of space to view them run the view is likely to be obstructed for many in the group. Lots of cuddle time with the puppies and a lot of interaction with the adult dogs.

We did the panning for gold and sled dog excursion with Earl E Bird as our guide . It was amazing !…read moreHe was so much fun and very knowledgeable. Absolutely a highlight of our cruise .

Enjoyed our ziplining experience…read more We had Shaelynn and another female guide. (sadly i can't remember her name) Was feeling a little nervous about ziplining. Have done 3 different locations in the past but everyone has been run differently and has had different safety standards. they did a good job in making me feel comfortable about going again though. The guides were friendly and knowledgable. They made the experience from start to finish a good time. Would recommend them for the future if you are going to the area.

Wilderness ATV excursion in Haines…read more Doreen and Annie were our guides. WOW, so much fun, had a group of 12. (6 couples) Kawasaki 800 4 seat UTV's and back country trails. Had a small snack lunch in the end. We had phenomenal views, and great experience. Highly recommended.