Scenic Wildlife Tours
No trip to Alaska would be complete without taking the time to discover the wildlife that inhabits its unspoiled wilderness. Scenic Wildlife Tours out of Skagway put you in the middle of a chain of life that has gone unchanged for millennia.
The sights and sounds are part of the collective conscience of all who visit this rugged land. A bald eagle swooping from the sky to grip its unsuspecting prey in its talons returns to its nest to feed it's young, are what we get to watch all summer.
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Sometimes these whales will surface right in front of us. These Killer whales are members of a transient pod that visit Skagway in their annual migration.
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We also see Mountain goats balance precariously on snow covered peaks staring down at us. Sometimes they come al the way down to the water making viewing even easer. which stretches endlessly in all directions.
Humpback whales cruise the depths like submerged zeppelins and suddenly breach the surface in a display that forever stays imprinted on the minds eye.
Wildlife tours in Skagway put you and your family in the middle of the action. From seals and sea lions to otters and bird species too numerous to mention, these tours are the finest for the family photographer, the casual enthusiast, bird watchers and anyone who wants to see untamed wildlife firsthand.
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Savor the timeless moment watching Bald Eagles hunt before your very eyes.
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Never Monday Skagway Wildlife Tours
Skagway wildlife tours begin in the small boat harbor located within walking distance of the cruise ships in the south end of town. Your cruise with NEVER MONDAY CHARTERS aboard the vessel NEVER MONDAY will be tailored to suit your interests and desires. Captain Ken has outfitted his vessel with binoculars, bathroom, snacks and beverages and has an elevated flying bridge where all can sit and enjoy an elevated view of the action.
This allows 360-degree views of the Upper Lynn Canal and all of the flora and fauna that resides undersea and on the shoreline and mountaintops. Captain Ken has an intimate knowledge of Skagway wildlife and years of experience both fishing and observing the area. This has given him the experience to know where and when wildlife may be spotted.
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Alaska mountain goats forage at low altitudes during the spring and fall.
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Skagway wildlife tours are a fantastic and affordable way to spend the time you have while docked in port. Plan a day away from the crowds on the crystal waters around Skagway. Take a Skagway wildlife tour with the best in Skagway and let your dreams about Alaska come true.
Skagway Whale Watching Tours
Skagway whale watching tours are the best way to get up close and personal with these giants of the deep. During the summer months both humpback and killer whales (orcas) cruise the waters of the Upper Lynn Canal.
Humpback whales are commonly seen arching their backs above the water followed by their distinctive tails that are unique unto each individual animal and are used for identification purposes. The NEVER MONDAY is perfectly suited for observing these gentle behemoths. The flying bridge or on the Bow allows views of the action and is the perfect place to sight the animals from a distance. When the whales surface water spouts are created from the whales breathing that can spout as high as 15ft in the air. On very calm days these spouts can be heard from miles away.
Orcas traveling in packs come into these waters to look for food and some have seen these "killers" attacking prey of sea lions and seals, tossing them into the air and devouring them in a bloody display.
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A mama seal and her pup seen from the Never Monday
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A diving humpback whale spotted from the Never Monday
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More common on Skagway whale watching tours are the humpbacks. On some occasions these whales will disappear below the surface for some time, they reappear in an incredible burst skyward breaching completely from the water, turning in midair, and landing perpendicular to the water's surface, water from the splash tickling the faces of those lucky enough to witness this spectacle.
When coming to Alaska make plans for a Skagway whale watching tour with Captain Ken of Never Monday charters. Plan for an unforgettable day on the water with Skagway's premier captain, and don't forget your camera.
Birders are in for a treat on a Never Monday Wildlife cruise.
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Mom merganzer giving the kids a ride
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