Explore Alaska’s Last Frontier on This Admiralty Island Luxury Yacht Charter Itinerary
Day 1: Tenakee Springs | Day 2: Chichagof Island | Day 3: Admiralty Island | Day 4: Pybus Bay | Day 5: Gambier Bay | Day 6: Endicott Arm | Day 7: Tracy Arm Fjord | Day 8: Juneau
Alaska’s ABC Islands are where to go if you want to see what makes the area one of Earth’s last frontiers. Admiralty, Baranof, and Chichagof are part of the Tongass National Forest and are home to incredible wildlife and dramatic mountain landscapes. Admiralty, in particular, is known for its majestic fjords, dense forests, and abundant wildlife, including brown bears, deer, bald eagles, salmon, and humpback whales.
A yacht charter will bring you deeper into turquoise bays and secluded inlets, allowing you to get closer to the fjords, glaciers, and wildlife that make this region so special. Below is a sample itinerary for a cruise through Alaska’s waters. A chat with our Boatbookings Charter Experts can help you plan a customized itinerary to experience Admiralty Island and its stunning neighbors at your own pace.
Map of Admiralty Island, Alaska Luxury Yacht Itinerary
Day 1 - Tenakee Springs
Our first stop from Alaska’s capital, Juneau, is the charming village of Tenakee Springs. Nestled in a cove on Chichagof Island, this secluded community is accessible by boat, ferry, or seaplane, with no roads connecting it to the outside world. It’s a good place to begin your cruise by disconnecting from the modern world. Take a walk along the boardwalks, admire the waterfront homes, and learn about the local way of life.
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Day 2 - Chichagof Island
Spend the next day exploring Chichagof Island’s wildlife. From the settlement of Hoonah, you can choose from a variety of experiences unique to Alaska, including kayaking, whale-watching, and guided bear-viewing tours. Local guides can help you spot wildlife while keeping a safe distance from the animals. At the end of the day, return to your yacht and watch the sun dip below Alaska’s misty horizon.
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Day 3 - Admiralty Island
From there, cross over to neighboring Admiralty Island. Known in Tlingit as Kootznoowoo, or “Fortress of the Bears,” the island is home to a large population of brown bears, making it one of the best places in Southeast Alaska to see them in the wild. With advance planning and the necessary permits, you can visit the famed Pack Creek Brown Bear Viewing Area and watch bears from designated observation points. Your crew can help arrange excursions in the area, depending on availability and conditions.
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Day 4 - Pybus Bay
A scenic, secluded bay on Admiralty Island, Pybus Bay offers an excellent opportunity to explore Alaska’s natural surroundings. Spend the day observing wildlife along the forested shores, kayaking through sheltered waters, or taking in the views from your yacht’s sundeck. With little development along the coastline, the bay offers plenty of quiet spots to enjoy the scenery.
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Day 5 - Gambier Bay
On this day, head north toward Gambier Bay, along Admiralty Island’s eastern coast. The surrounding wilderness makes it a good place to spend more time exploring Alaska’s landscapes and wildlife. Look out for eagles along the shoreline, watch for marine life in the surrounding waters, or take a tender out to explore the coast more closely.
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Day 6 - Endicott Arm
Leave Admiralty Island behind and make your way to Endicott Arm for a closer look at Alaska’s glaciers. Lush coastal forests soon give way to towering cliffs, waterfalls, and snow-covered peaks as you cruise toward Dawes Glacier. Along the way, watch for sea lions, porpoises, and orcas in the surrounding waters, as well as harbor seals resting on floating ice. Bald eagles may be spotted overhead, while fishing enthusiasts can look into opportunities to fish for halibut and salmon, subject to local regulations and permits.
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Day 7 - Tracy Arm Fjord
From Endicott Arm, we now make our way through the narrower Tracy Arm Fjord. Towering mountain peaks and cascading waterfalls frame the route, leading us to the North and South Sawyer Glaciers. These active tidewater glaciers are still flowing, and you may even catch one calving, as enormous chunks of ice break away and crash into the water. Picture the deep crack of breaking ice echoing across the fjord as you watch seals resting on floating ice and sheer mountain walls rise all around you.
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Day 8 - Juneau
Your expedition ends back in Juneau, Alaska’s capital and a key stop along the Inside Passage. Enjoy a relaxed cruise back toward the city, keeping an eye out for humpback whales and orcas from the deck. Once you’ve disembarked, you can make the short trip from downtown to Mendenhall Glacier, where viewpoints and walking trails offer a closer look at one of the region’s best-known natural landmarks.
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Ready to explore Alaska’s wild coastlines, remote islands, and spectacular glaciers by yacht? Contact our Boatbookings Charter Experts to plan a personalized Alaskan adventure tailored to your interests.
