Set sail from Ketchikan on a four-day private voyage through Alaska’s Inside Passage. This customizable trip mixes hands-on sailing, fishing, whale and bear viewing, and optional camping or hot springs stops for a true coastal wilderness experience.
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Morning mist peels off the water as you push off Ketchikan's docks, the Hobie island skimming the Tongass Narrows with a purposeful hush. Evergreen slopes rise like stacked green waves; glaciers and rocky headlands frame a route where orcas and humpbacks write white scripts on the sea. The tide tugs at the hull, daring you to keep pace.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
4 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate to strong fitness for boarding, hauling lines, and optional shore hikes; able to move on uneven terrain and stairs.
Wildlife
History
The Inside Passage follows waterways used by Tlingit peoples for millennia and later by European and American mariners; many small communities retain strong fishing and cultural traditions.
Conservation
This coastline is ecologically sensitive—practice strict shore etiquette, pack out all waste, and avoid chum or baiting wildlife to reduce human-wildlife conflicts.
Reserve your spot on the Sailing Alaska's Inside Passage 4 Day Private Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers
Weather shifts quickly—base layer, insulating midlayer, and waterproof shell keep you comfortable on deck and ashore.
Bring motion-sickness prevention
Take antiemetic medication before departure if you’re prone to seasickness; a calm stomach makes the trip far more enjoyable.
Keep electronics dry
Use a small dry bag for phones and cameras; salt spray and sudden rain are constant risks on a small sailing vessel.
Respect wildlife distances
Let bears and feeding whales set the pace—closer encounters put animals and people at risk and may be illegal.
Waterproof shell jacket
Windproof, waterproof protection for damp mornings and spray.
spring
Sturdy waterproof boots
Ankle support and grip for wet dock and shoreline landings.
summer
Dry bag (10–20L)
Protects electronics and spare clothes from spray and rain.
Motion-sickness medication
Useful for anyone prone to sea sickness on small, open boats.