Whale Watching

Icy Straits is home to one of the largest summer populations of humpback whales found in Alaska and the whale watching is second to none. Along the beaches of Icy Straits whales can often be seen feeding at the surface using their unique "bubble nets." The bubble feeding technique is used in only a few areas of the world and the beaches near Hoonah are one of these areas. Along with feeding, the whales engage in all sorts of frolic, breaching, slapping their flippers, waving their tails and exchanging trumpets, groans and grumbles. Our onboard hydrophone allows you to hear what the whales are "saying."

[Whales Feeding]

[Whale Feeding]

[Orca Breech] Frequently during the summer a group of Orcas or Killer whales will move through the area giving us the opportunity to watch these magnificent hunters in their natural element. Elusive and awesome, these playful but effecient hunters make for a truly special day on the water.

Photos courtesy of Les Sharp and Andrea Bronskill

To book a charter, request more information or for some friendly advice from a life-long resident on what to see when you visit, contact us at one of the following and we will be happy to assist you. Follow this link for currrent pricing information.

email : gwind@acsalaska.net

Mailing Address:
Glacier Wind Charters

P.O. Box 184

Hoonah, Alaska

99829

Captain Shawn's Cell Phone: 907-978-9651

Please leave a message if we are not home. We will respond promptly.

When preparing for your visit to Southeast Alaska, plan on spending part of it with us!!

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Last Updated 7/4/08

Icy Straits is home to one of the largest summer populations of humpback whales found in Alaska and the whale watching is second to none. Along the beaches of Icy Straits whales can often be seen feeding at the surface using their unique "bubble nets." The bubble feeding technique is used in only a few areas of the world and the beaches near Hoonah are one of these areas. Along with feeding, the whales engage in all sorts of frolic, breaching, slapping their flippers, waving their tails and exchanging trumpets, groans and grumbles. Our onboard hydrophone allows you to hear what the whales are "saying."

	Frequently during the summer a group of Orcas or Killer whales will move through the area giving us the opportunity to watch these magnificent hunters in their natural element. Elusive and awesome, these playful but effecient hunters make for a truly special day on the water. Photos courtesy of Les Sharp and Andrea Bronskill