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Icy Strait Point is located in the town of Hoonah on Chichagof Island. where one's Alaska adventure truly begins. From walking the halls of a century-old salmon cannery to soaring over thick forest on the world's largest zip rider, every experience is steeped in the natural beauty and deep stories of this place. This is the most "natural" port of call on our day 3 and the only private cruise ship destination in Alaska owned by the local tribes. Our excursion consisted of a red gondola for up to six people to the top of the mountain; one would see the bay, mountains, cruise lines, and wonderful, amazing views. One can hike to a hidden lake and a cave. It can also be a good location to see bald eagles and a nest. The green gondola is free and transports one to the Cannery. It is very well designed and blends in with the landscape. Inside there are some very well-laid-out and spacious shops, together with an interesting museum. What's missing? High priced jewelry stores and a slew of trinket shops. Great place for adventure activities!
Best crabs in all of Alaska. On a cruise and must have crabs on every stop. Icy strait Points restaurant wasn't open yet but I'm glad we visited when they finally opened. The plan was to grab a drink and chill, not even hungry. But then the food looked so amazing we feasted instead, of course we got the drinks too. Beautiful and super spacious venue with a full kitchen and bar. We ordered way too much food but finished everything then back onto the cruise to rest.
This is a beautiful cruise port. The gondola rides are so cool. Nice little hike at the top. Beers. Nice little restaurants and shops around. Coolest zip line ever.
Icy Point Strait is well worth your time. It's warm, the bathrooms are maintained and the staff is attentive to the needs of its guests.. if you have time, make sure to take a hike around and get into nature- especially if the sun is peaking its head out..
I'd give it 3.5 stars if I could. It's a man-made attraction designed for cruise ship tourism in the town of Hoonah. It was built by the Huna Totem Corporation to benefit the Tlinget community (which is great). It was built on the site that was once the Hoonah Cannery which was bought by the Icy Strait Salmon Company. It operated as a salmon cannery & fishery, even after the city burned to the ground in 1944. You'll learn about it as you take the complimentary green gondola cars to the cannery that houses a museum, gift shop, and restaurant. You can also take the trail to the cannery. With that said, Icy Strait Point was our least favorite port of call. They offer many wildlife tours, a very high zipline for adventure seekers, and trails that can be accessed via the SkyGlider. We were driven to the Spasski River Valley to take a trail with a total of 3 observation platforms. We saw a Sitka black-tailed deer, and some actual bear scat (and not to be confused with the boozy shot I had in Ketchikan). I'm just putting that one out there for my fellow Yelpers who don't believe that the bears are really there. Yes, be careful not to step in it on the trail. That silly bear. We also heard a red squirrel barking at us from a tree. We learned about the vegetation such as skunk cabbage and spruce tip. The spruce tip actually tasted pretty good. We saw a bald eagle's nest on the way back into town. So, what didn't I like? It's just not as organized as other ports in Alaska. The facilities weren't as good. You're dropped off at the cannery to shop & eat instead of back to the Departure Den. I should have known they wouldn't take us back there just by the name of the building. We had to take the gondola back to the ship. I get it. It's a way to support the local economy. My husband was desperate to get back to the ship. He saw a whale off of our balcony before we left. What was cool is that I got to see one off in the distance later that afternoon. There were also sea lions frolicking around the ship. So, we did get back in time. Let's just say that I loved the nature aspect of it all. I could have done without the touristy part of it.
Great place to hike and see nature. We walked about 7 miles of trails. This was a great cruise ships stop Would love to come back.
Wow this location is amazing. Got off the NCL Bliss and hopped on the Gondola ride to the waterfront, beautiful The waterfront view is beautiful!! The greenery and the still of the water is amazing. We stopped by the gift store and purchased the canned wild salmon .
Icy Strait Point is a stunning place with so much natural beauty. The bay is full of whales and there were eagles soaring overhead. The Adventure Center is the central meeting place for tours and excursions - including a desk for booking last minute tours. We had booked a back country Jeep tour. The tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable but the tour itself was just ok. The company needs to provide better training and communication devices for their staff. We did learn all about the history of Hoonah and the island. It has the largest population of brown bears in the US but we didn't see any. There's a cannery tour and all kinds of guided wilderness or whale watching tours and at the top of the free gondola is another paid one that goes up the mountain There's a great zip line and a self guided hike to a waterfall. This is a great place to experience nature.
Surrounded by rainforest and Port Frederick and Icy Strait, Icy Strait Point is a community nestled in with wilderness, wildlife, and Native Tlingit hospitality. Located in Alaska's largest Native Tlingit village of Hoonah (about 35 miles west of Juneau), Icy Strait Point features a restored 1912 Alaska salmon cannery and museum, nature trails and even a beach! When you arrive at Icy Strait Point you may want to take the tram way up to the top first. Its breathtaking views will amaze you! Sorely, all the trails and food venues at the very top were all closed when we went. Nonetheless it's a beautiful place!
This is a fun cruise ship stop! Lots of things to do and not enough time to do them all! There is the largest zipping at 1300 feet a s 1 mile long! There is a wilderness trail of rope and cable obstacles in the trees. There are hiking trails, but watch out for brown bears! Whale watching is a big event, and they are exceptionally careful to keep distance to not harass the whales. You'll likely see humpback whales and orcas, maybe a Minke. You'll see various seals and sea lions, otters, and possibly brown bears. Lots of restaurants (mostly seafood) and all understand getting customers fed quickly to be back on ship! There is a cannery museum and an old graveyard.
This was my absolute favorite port city we stopped at on my recent Alaskan cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line. Yes it's a tourist trap but who cares; we are tourists! My favorite was the gondola up to a viewpoint and the mini hike you can take at the top. Of course there is the fear of bears but they have people there in case plus they send you in groups of 10. You can zip-line down from the top or take the gondola back. It's nerve-wrecking if you're afraid of heights. Then you take another gondola, not too high in elevation, to another little city plus to Hoonah. To get to Hoonah, you can do the little over a mile walk or take a shuttle for a small amount. We walked there but took the shuttle back. I loved that they had a brewery in Hoonah and we walked around and met a local, who has never left the island, create a totem pole! He was telling us all about it. It was fascinating. It's crazy he has never left the island. Btw, great fact, there's more bears on this island per square mile than any other place on earth. Crazy!! Definitely take a picture with the orca whale statue. It's gorgeous!!
From what I can tell icy straight point is a little bit of a tourist trap for the cruise ship traffic that passes through this area. You have a number of shops that has all the requisite trinkets you see throughout the coastal areas of Alaska that cater to the cruise tourism business where the majority of the stuff is made in China and not in Alaska. No thank you! Also a few restaurants that have a definite local flavor to it with a fresh sea food heavy menu. Tourist trap aside, there are some nice but short nature trails to explore tied to this location with some very nice elevated views of the ocean/bay which is primary reason for my four star rating. There are two trams that run constantly, one which is free that runs between the two port areas for the cruise ships (roughly a quarter mile long) and one that takes you to the top of the mountain overlooking the port area (there is a charge for this one) that gives you the aforementioned elevated views. The other significant thing to mention is that this area has a significant bear population where we saw a mama bear and her two cubs crossing a trail on the day we were there. Bear caution signs are everywhere to caution you on how to act if come across one of the critters. Overall we had a good time at this port as we took advantage of what was free (the trails and one tram) and did pay a small charge to go up the mountain for the nature walk and views that was definately worth it and would recommend you take advantage of this as it is probably the lowest cost activity in this area short of the 1.5 mile walk into town along the coastline.
This is a great cruise ship port of call.. it's located in Hoonah, Alaska. Some of the businesses are expensive, like the world's fastest zip line and upper gondola ride.. The lower gondola is free to get you from the port to the shops and restaurants. The shops offer a large variety of souvenirs. The Cafe, overlooking Icy Strait Point. It has great food.. Delicious salmon chowder bit small serving though for it's price.. Just watching the water and seeing a whale pop-up is the highlight ..Information center and mini museum is great with locally made souvenirs.. the staff is over the top helpful.. In years gone by, cruise ship passengers were met at the top of the pier by a local tribal chieftain. He offered wood chips to be placed in the adjacent fire pit as a signal of acceptance.. Icy Straight Point is home to so many bald eagles, thick forests & scenic paths, it's like living a John Denver moment.. You will never forget your visit here
25 days ago
This was our third time to Icy Straight Point in Hoonah AK. 2013 - we did the Ziprider known as the world's largest. 2019 - we walked into the town of Hoonah. Visited a carver's totem workshop 2026 - we rode the free green gondola which was built during the pandemic. The red gondola takes you up to the top of the mountain where the Ziprider is. In Icy Straight you can spot pods of whales from shore. This last time we saw lots of whale activity. There's the original fishing cannery where you can explore and read about the industry. read more
It's weird. This port is the only privately owned cruise destination in Alaska, so you think it would be a huge tourist trap, designed for the efficient extraction of money from cruise ship tourists, but you can totally have a good time without spending any money if you so desired. It's really your choice. I've heard great things about the wildlife tours and the programs at Skypeak Mountaintop. Of course, the zipline looks super fun as well. I spent my time walking along the beach and looking at the ocean. I didn't see any whales, but was treated to a huge swam of jellyfish drifting along the currents. I also explored the cannery, which has great information about the canning industry and how whole fish got turned into delicious preserved fish. Overall, interesting juxtaposition of nature and human development. I'm glad I got to experience it! read more
2 months ago
The weather was great and we were able to take the red gondolas to try the salmon hotdog, take hike and enjoy the views. We also took the free green gondolas to explore the town (Hoonah Cannery). I tried the salmon hotdog and it was a unique taste. It stayed with me for the entire day and the next. This is a food I tried once and that is enough for me but definitely an experience to say you tried salmon or reindeer hotdogs. read more
Icy Strait Point is located in the town of Hoonah on Chichagof Island. where one's Alaska adventure truly begins. From walking the halls of a century-old salmon cannery to soaring over thick forest on the world's largest zip rider, every experience is steeped in the natural beauty and deep stories of this place. This is the most "natural" port of call on our day 3 and the only private cruise ship destination in Alaska owned by the local tribes. Our excursion consisted of a red gondola for up to six people to the top of the mountain; one would see the bay, mountains, cruise lines, and wonderful, amazing views. One can hike to a hidden lake and a cave. It can also be a good location to see bald eagles and a nest. The green gondola is free and transports one to the Cannery. It is very well designed and blends in with the landscape. Inside there are some very well-laid-out and spacious shops, together with an interesting museum. What's missing? High priced jewelry stores and a slew of trinket shops. Great place for adventure activities! read more
Best crabs in all of Alaska. On a cruise and must have crabs on every stop. Icy strait Points restaurant wasn't open yet but I'm glad we visited when they finally opened. The plan was to grab a drink and chill, not even hungry. But then the food looked so amazing we feasted instead, of course we got the drinks too. Beautiful and super spacious venue with a full kitchen and bar. We ordered way too much food but finished everything then back onto the cruise to rest. read more
Icy Point Strait is well worth your time. It's warm, the bathrooms are maintained and the staff is attentive to the needs of its guests.. if you have time, make sure to take a hike around and get into nature- especially if the sun is peaking its head out.. read more
I'd give it 3.5 stars if I could. It's a man-made attraction designed for cruise ship tourism in the town of Hoonah. It was built by the Huna Totem Corporation to benefit the Tlinget community (which is great). It was built on the site that was once the Hoonah Cannery which was bought by the Icy Strait Salmon Company. It operated as a salmon cannery & fishery, even after the city burned to the ground in 1944. You'll learn about it as you take the complimentary green gondola cars to the cannery that houses a museum, gift shop, and restaurant. You can also take the trail to the cannery. With that said, Icy Strait Point was our least favorite port of call. They offer many wildlife tours, a very high zipline for adventure seekers, and trails that can be accessed via the SkyGlider. We were driven to the Spasski River Valley to take a trail with a total of 3 observation platforms. We saw a Sitka black-tailed deer, and some actual bear scat (and not to be confused with the boozy shot I had in Ketchikan). I'm just putting that one out there for my fellow Yelpers who don't believe that the bears are really there. Yes, be careful not to step in it on the trail. That silly bear. We also heard a red squirrel barking at us from a tree. We learned about the vegetation such as skunk cabbage and spruce tip. The spruce tip actually tasted pretty good. We saw a bald eagle's nest on the way back into town. So, what didn't I like? It's just not as organized as other ports in Alaska. The facilities weren't as good. You're dropped off at the cannery to shop & eat instead of back to the Departure Den. I should have known they wouldn't take us back there just by the name of the building. We had to take the gondola back to the ship. I get it. It's a way to support the local economy. My husband was desperate to get back to the ship. He saw a whale off of our balcony before we left. What was cool is that I got to see one off in the distance later that afternoon. There were also sea lions frolicking around the ship. So, we did get back in time. Let's just say that I loved the nature aspect of it all. I could have done without the touristy part of it. read more
2 years ago
Wow this location is amazing. Got off the NCL Bliss and hopped on the Gondola ride to the waterfront, beautiful The waterfront view is beautiful!! The greenery and the still of the water is amazing. We stopped by the gift store and purchased the canned wild salmon . read more
3 months ago
Icy Strait Point is a stunning place with so much natural beauty. The bay is full of whales and there were eagles soaring overhead. The Adventure Center is the central meeting place for tours and excursions - including a desk for booking last minute tours. We had booked a back country Jeep tour. The tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable but the tour itself was just ok. The company needs to provide better training and communication devices for their staff. We did learn all about the history of Hoonah and the island. It has the largest population of brown bears in the US but we didn't see any. There's a cannery tour and all kinds of guided wilderness or whale watching tours and at the top of the free gondola is another paid one that goes up the mountain There's a great zip line and a self guided hike to a waterfall. This is a great place to experience nature. read more
3 years ago
Surrounded by rainforest and Port Frederick and Icy Strait, Icy Strait Point is a community nestled in with wilderness, wildlife, and Native Tlingit hospitality. Located in Alaska's largest Native Tlingit village of Hoonah (about 35 miles west of Juneau), Icy Strait Point features a restored 1912 Alaska salmon cannery and museum, nature trails and even a beach! When you arrive at Icy Strait Point you may want to take the tram way up to the top first. Its breathtaking views will amaze you! Sorely, all the trails and food venues at the very top were all closed when we went. Nonetheless it's a beautiful place! read more
This is a fun cruise ship stop! Lots of things to do and not enough time to do them all! There is the largest zipping at 1300 feet a s 1 mile long! There is a wilderness trail of rope and cable obstacles in the trees. There are hiking trails, but watch out for brown bears! Whale watching is a big event, and they are exceptionally careful to keep distance to not harass the whales. You'll likely see humpback whales and orcas, maybe a Minke. You'll see various seals and sea lions, otters, and possibly brown bears. Lots of restaurants (mostly seafood) and all understand getting customers fed quickly to be back on ship! There is a cannery museum and an old graveyard. read more
This was my absolute favorite port city we stopped at on my recent Alaskan cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line. Yes it's a tourist trap but who cares; we are tourists! My favorite was the gondola up to a viewpoint and the mini hike you can take at the top. Of course there is the fear of bears but they have people there in case plus they send you in groups of 10. You can zip-line down from the top or take the gondola back. It's nerve-wrecking if you're afraid of heights. Then you take another gondola, not too high in elevation, to another little city plus to Hoonah. To get to Hoonah, you can do the little over a mile walk or take a shuttle for a small amount. We walked there but took the shuttle back. I loved that they had a brewery in Hoonah and we walked around and met a local, who has never left the island, create a totem pole! He was telling us all about it. It was fascinating. It's crazy he has never left the island. Btw, great fact, there's more bears on this island per square mile than any other place on earth. Crazy!! Definitely take a picture with the orca whale statue. It's gorgeous!! read more
From what I can tell icy straight point is a little bit of a tourist trap for the cruise ship traffic that passes through this area. You have a number of shops that has all the requisite trinkets you see throughout the coastal areas of Alaska that cater to the cruise tourism business where the majority of the stuff is made in China and not in Alaska. No thank you! Also a few restaurants that have a definite local flavor to it with a fresh sea food heavy menu. Tourist trap aside, there are some nice but short nature trails to explore tied to this location with some very nice elevated views of the ocean/bay which is primary reason for my four star rating. There are two trams that run constantly, one which is free that runs between the two port areas for the cruise ships (roughly a quarter mile long) and one that takes you to the top of the mountain overlooking the port area (there is a charge for this one) that gives you the aforementioned elevated views. The other significant thing to mention is that this area has a significant bear population where we saw a mama bear and her two cubs crossing a trail on the day we were there. Bear caution signs are everywhere to caution you on how to act if come across one of the critters. Overall we had a good time at this port as we took advantage of what was free (the trails and one tram) and did pay a small charge to go up the mountain for the nature walk and views that was definately worth it and would recommend you take advantage of this as it is probably the lowest cost activity in this area short of the 1.5 mile walk into town along the coastline. read more
This is a great cruise ship port of call.. it's located in Hoonah, Alaska. Some of the businesses are expensive, like the world's fastest zip line and upper gondola ride.. The lower gondola is free to get you from the port to the shops and restaurants. The shops offer a large variety of souvenirs. The Cafe, overlooking Icy Strait Point. It has great food.. Delicious salmon chowder bit small serving though for it's price.. Just watching the water and seeing a whale pop-up is the highlight ..Information center and mini museum is great with locally made souvenirs.. the staff is over the top helpful.. In years gone by, cruise ship passengers were met at the top of the pier by a local tribal chieftain. He offered wood chips to be placed in the adjacent fire pit as a signal of acceptance.. Icy Straight Point is home to so many bald eagles, thick forests & scenic paths, it's like living a John Denver moment.. You will never forget your visit here read more
I love this port. It's just a little town, but quaint. Near the pier, there's some gift shops and the zipline tour purchasing building. I didn't zipline this cruise, but I have done it twice before. It was really fun. The weather was beautiful but cold when the ship docked. By noon, it clouded up and started to rain. The wind started, and that made so there was quite the wind chill factor. This is a great port for those who like to hike, whale watch, see wildlife and zipline. read more
Icy Strait Point was a mixed bag of a port stop on our Alaskan cruise. On one hand, it was a clearly manufactured tourist trap with excursions designed for anyone coming. If you look past it though, there are pieces of nature that were truly unique in its own right. The tranquil, quiet scenery of the surrounding area was simply breathtaking. Our evening arrival was greeted by sunny skies and a warm soon-to-be sunset (which actually took place at 21:45, but still). Despite the huge tourist traps behind us with the zip-line and gondola, it was a definite break from sailing and I still made the most of our few hours off-ship here taking a stroll. If we had more time and energy, we would've loved checking out Hoonah which is the nearby town and arguably more authentic Alaskan scene. If you do visit this port, don't expect much but do remember to admire the surrounding beauty. read more
1 year ago
Had a chance to ride the gondola with my older son in Hoonah, AK. Memorable experience. The views up on top were amazing. So beautiful! You can bring snacks to enjoy with your loved ones if you choose to hang out up there. Plenty of picnic tables. Cost: $50 a ticket unlimited rides. read more
2 years ago
Icy Strait is a small, quiet little port that the Cruise Ships added after the Skagway Port was temp closed due to rock slide activity had damaged the Pier. There is a small cannery museum, gift shop, coffee house, restaurants and a short walk to the Tlinglit Village of Hoonah. We decided to explore the Alaska Wilderness and pre-booked a shore excursion through our Holland America Cruise Ship. $110 Per Person. After you disembark, there is a green Gondola which is complimentary and will take you to the next "level". From there, we gathered our tickets for the next super steep ride up the mountain on the Red Gondola. WooHoo! What an amazing ride. If you are skittish of heights, DO NOT look down! It's a spectacular view of the Port and all of the surrounding water and Islands. Once on top of the mountain, we were warmly greeted by several Tour Guides and were told to wait for the next Tram. There are bathrooms and a concession stand but, this is the wilderness so, not much else. "I wanted to extend our thanks to our incredible Tour Guide (Apologies, I can't remember his name but, he was the Guide who was taking Sunday Classes) for your deep knowledge of the Native Tlingit culture and the intricate details of the forest area were truly enlightening. Your passion and expertise made the experience both educational and memorable. I appreciate the effort you put into sharing such rich information and making the tour so engaging. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!" The ride back down the mountain is not as scary but, just as amazing. Once back to the 1st level, you can take the Green Gondola back to the Pier location. The Hubby and I choose to walk the path along the shoreline back to our Ship and saw some incredible foliage. As we walked along the Pier, we saw effervescent sea stars below the waters surface attached to rocks! Who knew that sea starts flourish in Alaska? BTW, you can book a Zip Line excursion at Icy Strait. I was too chicken, it's a looong way down. read more
1 year ago
Nice, but quite touristy, stop on our Alaskan cruise. Icy Straight Point was a Disney-like Alaskan port that was "imagineered" and developed by the Tlingit native villagers. The port itself is pristine Alaskan beauty. The stop has many outdoor activities like whale watching, a ropes course, bear watching adventures, cooking classes and the longest zip line in North America. The "town" features an old cannery, shops and cafes with really fresh, delicious Alaskan salmon chowder. Very cute in an artificial way. Our whale watching tour with Allen Marine was fantastic. Saw so many whales, seals and otters. We even saw a mother and baby whale. Very cute!So nice to be able to leave right from our cruise and go on the tour. We also did an independent bear watching tour where we did not see a single bear. Make sure to ask if the salmon are running. Even though this is the "bear capital," if there is no food, there will not be many, or any, bears roaming around. The scenery was breathtaking, though. Saw so many bald eagles and their huge nests. We also walked through the woods that surround the ropes course and just spent time at the "beach" skipping stones. A nice pleasant stop on our cruise, but I would not come here independently. read more
This area is breathtaking! I must love the little Port point. We got off the boat at low tide and got to see all the colorful starfish. We loved the bon fires and the beautiful pebble beach and watching the playful sea lions. We did a wilderness hike in the Tongass National Forest and ate wild blueberries. It was gorgeous! We were greeted back to the ship with a beautiful rainbow! read more
The port of Icy Strait Point is limited to one cruise ship per day. So our stop consisted of mostly fellow tourists from aboard the Celebrity Millennium. On disembarking here, you're immediately surrounded by the tour book Alaska that as a first timer like myself, you dreamed about seeing over the years. Sort of like an episode of Alaskan Bush People. Perfect for whale watching, it wasn't long before we had a sighting not too far off shore. And I missed the bald eagle that Jackie spied in a nearby tree while she was on another path. But we where here for the express purpose of riding what is advertised as the world's longest zip line (5,000 feet long). Zip-rider, was at the top of our list of excursions during our planning stages at home. Situated technically in the mostly Tlingit community of Hoonah, population about 800 on the nation's 5th largest island. Over 2,000 square miles with a total island human population of just over 1,000, and with some 3,000 brown bears, considered the largest concentration of bears per square mile in the world. And not just any brown bears, the second largest in Alaska next to the ones on Kodiak Island; females can reach 900 lbs while the biggest males in the neighborhood of 1500 lbs. Some come here simply to view the bears out of Hoonah. So after signing our waivers (and lives away), we boarded a bus and began our 45 minute trek, first through downtown Hoonah (quaint), about a mile away, then up a winding gravelly road to the summit (can't remember the name), at around 1,300 feet to our zip line launching pad. But first a hilly downhill walk of several hundred yards through forests and a good number of skunk cabbage growth; hey, didn't our driver/guide mention skunk cabbage as a favorite for brown bears after coming out of hibernation? The bus load of us stayed pretty close together. Then finally our destination came into view without any bear confrontations. Jackie and I were among the first 6 to ride, and you sit in a seat not just hang there. The reason for the name Zip-rider. So I sat while one of the assistants made sure I was securely strapped in. They also supply us eyeglass wearers with goggles, so no need to tuck them away somewhere; my goggles pressed heavily on the right side, even after several attempts to adjust them by my helper and myself. "Oh well, I'll just hold it out on that side". Hence my right hand up that you see in both photos. And after everyone was securely fastened, the countdown began and away we went like bats out of hell! Whoosh!!! Green trees all around and beneath us, I'd say at least 150 feet beneath us! Superman the Ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain has nothing on this baby! "Speeds up to 65 MPH" ? Takeoff was 65 in my book. One bold lady clutched her cellphone to record the whole thing; I wasn't about to risk my iPhone 8 nor my Nikon. And after about 90 seconds, the most thrilling ride of my life was almost over. I say almost because it seemed like I would fly right past the swiftly approaching landing platform. BRAKES!!! And abruptly, but rather smoothly, we all came to a complete stop. My first zip line experience, Jackie's second; she rode for the first time last year at a women's cancer survivors camp in the San Bernardino Mtns. last year. But in her own words "it was nothing like this". Heading back to the Millennium we were ready for a buffet lunch. And later at dinner time, out of our assigned nightly window seats, we experienced a rather close humpback whale sighting as we sailed away to our next port with fond memories of Icy Strait Point. read more
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Quaint little visitor center- we went on a cruise with Norwegian and we made a few hours stop here. A few restaurants, a bus stop to downtown, plus the worlds longest Zip Line! We were flip flopping on whether we wanted to do it, and by the time we decided to, they were sold out so we were super bummed. Definitely book that one early, as it will run out. husband and I ended up walking around instead, and found this foresty path (see pictures) and really enjoyed our walk. A very serene path , and such a refreshing air, which we are not used to in the LA area. If you're not planning to do any excursions and activities, around 3-4 hours for a meal and walking around would probably be enough here. But definitely worth seeing. read more
15 years ago
Icy Strait Point, owned by Huna Totem Corporation, is located 35 miles west of Juneau. It is really cater mostly to cruise line passengers as it provided a more artificial experience of Alaska. There is a museum about salmon, shops, restaurants, excursions, culture shows and the Zipline. A nice place to spend a Summer afternoon. read more
12 years ago
Very small town. At the port, there is the typical gift shops and a food vendor selling crabs and drinks on the dock. There is a small museum on the site too. A 5 minutes walk from the port, there is a cafe with beautiful ocean view. Few activities you could sign up at the port- ziplines, shuttle tour in the forest, hiking trail, etc. We walked around the forest and very lucky to see eagle on the tree!! For a city girl like me, any wildlife would get me so excited!! :D read more
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