10-Day Alaska Yacht Charter Itinerary: Prince William Sound & Kenai Fjords
Discover the wild heart of Alaska on this immersive Prince William Sound and Kenai Fjords yacht charter. Over ten days, your luxury yacht navigates through a labyrinth of islands, fjords, and glaciers, revealing a landscape teeming with marine and terrestrial wildlife. This Alaska yacht charter offers an intimate encounter with nature, exploring secluded anchorages far from the crowds. From the calving glaciers of Columbia Bay to the dramatic cliffs of the Kenai Peninsula, prepare for an unparalleled journey into one of the world's most pristine wildernesses.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Whittier
- Final planned stop
- Seward (Departure)
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel experience
- Day 1Exploring Whittier Small Boat Harbor
- Day 1Views of Passage Canal
- Day 1Initial briefing on yacht amenities
- Day 2Kayaking near Blackstone Glacier
- Day 2Zodiac tours to Beloit Glacier
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Whittier
Your Alaska yacht charter begins in Whittier, a unique town accessible via a scenic tunnel. Board your yacht and prepare to embark on your expedition into Prince William Sound.
- Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel experience
- Exploring Whittier Small Boat Harbor
- Views of Passage Canal
- Initial briefing on yacht amenities
- Anchorage
- Whittier Harbor
- Dining
- Welcome dinner on board, featuring local Alaskan ingredients
- DAY 02
Blackstone Bay
Cruise into Blackstone Bay, a stunning fjord home to two active tidewater glaciers, Blackstone and Beloit. Kayak among the icebergs and witness the raw power of the glaciers.
- Kayaking near Blackstone Glacier
- Zodiac tours to Beloit Glacier
- Spotting sea otters and seals
- Photography of glacial landscapes
- Anchorage
- Blackstone Bay
- Dining
- Freshly caught seafood prepared by the chef
- DAY 03
College Fjord
Explore College Fjord, named by the 1899 Harriman Expedition for various prestigious colleges. This fjord boasts numerous glaciers, including Harvard and Yale, cascading down from the Chugach Mountains.
- Viewing multiple tidewater and valley glaciers
- Listening to glacier calving
- Wildlife spotting (bears, mountain goats)
- Scenic cruising through the fjord
- Anchorage
- Esther Passage for sheltered mooring
- Dining
- Themed dinner inspired by the expedition's history
- DAY 04
Columbia Bay & Glacier
Visit Columbia Glacier, one of the fastest-retreating glaciers in the world. Witness its dramatic ice face and the thousands of icebergs floating in Columbia Bay. This area is a prime location for marine wildlife.
- Observing the massive Columbia Glacier
- Navigating through icebergs
- Spotting harbor seals and sea lions
- Birdwatching (Kittiwakes, puffins)
- Anchorage
- Heather Bay for a peaceful night
- Dining
- Barbecue on the aft deck with glacier views
- DAY 05
Valdez
Sail to Valdez, known as the 'Switzerland of Alaska' for its dramatic mountain scenery. Explore the town's history, including its role in the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, and enjoy shore excursions.
- Visiting the Valdez Museum
- Exploring Old Town Valdez
- Fishing for salmon or halibut
- Hiking to local waterfalls
- Anchorage
- Valdez Harbor
- Dining
- The Fat Mermaid for local Alaskan fare
- DAY 06
Hinchinbrook Island
Cruise to Hinchinbrook Island, offering secluded coves and excellent opportunities for bear viewing and beachcombing. Explore the historic Cape Hinchinbrook Lighthouse.
- Beachcombing for marine treasures
- Bear viewing from a safe distance
- Exploring tide pools
- Visiting Cape Hinchinbrook Lighthouse
- Anchorage
- Port Etches
- Dining
- Picnic lunch on a secluded beach
- DAY 07
Seward (Gateway to Kenai Fjords)
Transition from Prince William Sound to the Kenai Peninsula, arriving in Seward. This vibrant port town is the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park and offers various activities.
- Alaska SeaLife Center
- Exploring Seward's historic downtown
- Hiking to Exit Glacier
- Kayaking in Resurrection Bay
- Anchorage
- Seward Small Boat Harbor
- Dining
- Ray's Waterfront for fresh halibut and scenic views
- DAY 08
Kenai Fjords National Park (Aialik Bay)
Enter Kenai Fjords National Park, a rugged wilderness of tidewater glaciers and abundant marine life. Navigate into Aialik Bay, home to the impressive Aialik Glacier.
- Viewing Aialik Glacier calving
- Spotting humpback whales and orcas
- Observing puffins and other seabirds
- Kayaking and paddleboarding in tranquil waters
- Anchorage
- Northwestern Lagoon for a peaceful night
- Dining
- Gourmet dinner on board with glacier backdrop
- DAY 09
Holgate Arm & Resurrection Bay
Explore Holgate Arm, another stunning fjord within Kenai Fjords National Park, known for its active Holgate Glacier. Spend the afternoon cruising back through the scenic Resurrection Bay.
- Close-up views of Holgate Glacier
- Wildlife photography opportunities
- Exploring sea caves by tender
- Enjoying the dramatic coastal scenery
- Anchorage
- Thumb Cove, Resurrection Bay
- Dining
- Farewell dinner prepared by your private chef
- DAY 10
Seward (Departure)
Your unforgettable Alaska yacht charter concludes in Seward. Enjoy a final Alaskan breakfast before disembarking and making your onward travel arrangements.
- Last chance souvenir shopping
- Morning hike near Seward
- Reflecting on the journey
- Transfer to Anchorage for flights
- Anchorage
- Seward Small Boat Harbor
- Dining
- Breakfast on board before disembarkation
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