A 4-hour small-group boat tour from Wrangell that threads braided channels to Shakes Lake and the actively calving Shakes Glacier. Expect close wildlife encounters, braided river canyons, and iceberg-filled glacial waters.
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You push off from a small blue-and-white kiosk on Wrangell’s dock and the Stikine answers with a rush—braided channels splitting like fingers through spruce and alder, water cold enough to keep your camera lens trailing mist.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires ability to step on/off the boat and move around a small vessel.
Wildlife
History
Wrangell developed as a trading and fishing post with long-standing Tlingit connections; the river corridor was an important transportation and subsistence route.
Conservation
This region is remote and ecologically sensitive—stay on designated viewing areas, pack out waste, and follow guide instructions to minimize disturbance to wildlife and shoreline habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Stikine River Wilderness Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers
Alaskan weather shifts quickly; waterproof outerwear and insulating mid-layers keep you comfortable on exposed decks.
Bring binoculars
Wildlife and glacier detail often sit at a distance—compact binoculars make bald eagles and calving events easier to see.
Protect camera gear
Spray from the river and melting ice can soak equipment—use waterproof cases or zip bags.
Time for light
Morning departures tend to have smoother water and crisper light for photography and wildlife activity.
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry from spray and unexpected rain during cool spring runs.
spring
Insulating mid-layer
Light fleece or synthetic layer for warmth on breezy decks, especially at higher latitudes.
summer
Binoculars
Helps spot birds, marine mammals, and glacier details from a distance.
Waterproof camera case or dry bag
Protects electronics from spray and iceberg melt while shooting from the boat.