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Alaska
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Discover the magic of Alaska’s Inside Passage aboard unforgettable Alaska yacht charters. There is nothing like experiencing breathtaking vistas firsthand as you cruise through narrow fjords and past towering blue glaciers.
From its vast landscapes to its labyrinth of wildlife, Alaska yacht charters will take you where you go to connect with nature. It is home to a UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, and Admiralty Island, which has the largest concentration of brown bears in the world.
Rent a yacht in Alaska to explore the wildlife and natural wonders. Private yacht cruises in Alaska offer a completely different type of experience compared to other destinations, but it is nothing less than awe-inspiring – there’s a reason why so many people put Alaska on their bucket lists!
Alaska yacht
charter highlights
A staggering mix of wildlife and stunning scenery
Wildlife encounters with whales, bald eagles and bears
Breathtaking fjords and glaciers
World-class fishing, notably for salmon and halibut
Remote communities offer a glimpse of frontier life
Perfect for outdoor adventures
Find a Yacht
For Your Alaska Yacht Charter
Browse our selection of Alaska boat rentals and connect with us to find the perfect yacht for your charter vacation.
Chartering in Alaska, the perfect summer destination
Alaska holds major appeal for those looking to reserve a tour on a private boat rental, but its greatest shortcoming is its extreme weather, making charter season only a few months long – from mid-May through mid-September.
Summer temperatures are pleasant with highs generally between 55-78° Fahrenheit. Nights are comfortably cool as the temperatures drop to the 50s, meaning you can spend your evenings outdoors or on the deck of the yacht, but you will need a jacket.
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Itineraries for Alaska
View sample itineraries for a private crewed yacht charter in Alaska. The itineraries are just an overview of what can be done and seen on your charter in Alaska.
Juneau to Juneau Itinerary
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WHAT TO SEE & DO
Plan Your
Alaska Yacht Charter
There is lots of do and see while exploring Alaska on a yacht. From glaciers to wildlife, Alaska offers many exciting experiences for everyone.
Find your perfect yacht
The best way to see Alaska is by chartering your own private yacht. A private boat cruise is the ultimate way to explore the Alaskan scenery, from breath-taking glaciers to abundant wildlife and marine life.
If you wish to avoid crowds and spend a fun time full of adventures, let our charter brokers prepare a customize yachting package for you and your family.
Most of the available crewed yachts in Alaska are available out of Juneau and Sitka. Be prepared to experience an adventure of a lifetime!
Explore with a Boat Charter:
Alaska
The Inside Passage
Alaska’s Inside Passage is the most popular destination for private boat rentals.
Alaska’s Inside Passage is the most popular destination for private boat rentals. The Inside Passage encompasses 1,000 islands and thousands of coves and bays and boasts magnificent fjords and lush rainforests. Here you can gawk at the awe-inspiring natural world: Pristine nature, whale watching and wildlife, and of course, Alaska’s iconic glaciers.
The Inside Passage runs from Juneau and Glacier Bay in the north to Ketchikan in the south and puts on a dazzling display of ice.
The coastal mountain ranges and islands of the Inside Passage offer opportunities for fishing, kayaking, wildlife viewing, and hiking.
Tracy Arm Fjord
A stunning glacial fjord located south of Juneau.
About 70 miles south of Juneau, you’ll find Tracy Arm Fjord, a narrow, inlet with towering, craggy walls. The fjord is fascinating all by itself, with waterfalls and national protected forests along the way. If you’re lucky, you might see a black or brown bear, harbor seals, or wolves in the adjacent Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness.
But the real reason to visit is the fjord’s glaciers. Tracy Arm is home to some of Alaska’s most photogenic glaciers, including Sawyer Glacier. Sawyer is an active tidewater glacier – which means large chunks “calve” off. And when you see it up close, you’ll have the chance to witness one of these massive bergs breaking off and crashing to the sea below, as it’s known to calf regularly.
Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park offers stunning scenery and abundant wildlife
If you’re in search of glaciers, you’ll find plenty in Glacier Bay National Park. Located north of Juneau, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers many spectacular sights to see, including 7 active tidewater glaciers.
Glacier Bay is home to some of Alaska’s largest active glaciers. Grand Pacific Glacier – for instance – sits at the back coast of the bay. It measures two miles wide, with ice walls towering 15 stories. Grand Pacific’s neighbor, Margerie Glacier, though, is the star of the show.
Margerie Glacier is majestic, so no wonder it is a must-see sight for many charter boats. With an ice face measuring 25 stories tall, watching the glacier drop ice into the bay will take your breath away. Beyond the glaciers, the National Park is also an incredible spot for whale-watching, kayaking, and other water sports.
Juneau
Alaska's capital and most beautiful city.
Juneau is Alaska’s state capital and one of the most beautiful cities in the state. The city can only be reached by airplane or boat, there is no road access. Juneau is the perfect base for starting your Alaska yacht charter.
You can’t visit Juneau without a trip to Mendenhall Glacier. Located just 10 miles from downtown Juneau, the glacier is part of the Juneau Icefield, a photographic panorama of steel blue ice that’s been here since the last Ice Age.
Sitka
A unique coastal community in Southeast Alaska.
Sitka is located on the outer coast of Alaska’s Inside Passage and lies at the heart of the Tongass National Forest, the largest temperate rain forest in the world
Ketchikan
Known for its rich Native culture, stunning scenery, and outdoor activities
Ketchikan, a lively fishing and logging community, is located in the southernmost city on the Inside Passage. Also called the “Salmon Capital of the World”, Ketchikan is known for fishing, beautiful scenery, and rich Native culture.
Hubbard Glacier
The largest glacier in North America.
Hubbard Glacier – north of Glacier Bay – is North America’s largest tidewater glacier. This is a massive giant you have to see to believe. Measuring 6+ miles wide, the glacier is continuing to grow, or “surge,” and Hubbard towers 40 stories tall.
Hubbard is also one of the most beautiful glaciers in Alaska, with jade blue and frozen sapphire hues. Not only does it wow with its vastness – it’s also a treasure to see up close. The Disenchantment Bay and journey into the fjord put on a show of wildlife. The fjord is home to seal and whale populations, and the region is well-known for its fishing.
Explore the Inside Passage on a Private Alaska Yacht Charter
The scenery in Alaska is unmatched. On Alaska yacht charters you can see ice-capped mountains surrounded by lush forests with rushing waterfalls cascading into the deep blue ocean waters. You can kayak to a clear mountain lake that is fed by a melting glacier.
Alaska’s best attraction is most definitely a natural one: the outdoors. You will see majestic creatures like black bears, grizzly bears, deer, and bald eagles. As your private boat glides through the water, keep your eyes peeled for signs of aquatic wildlife. You will be able to see a variety of whales, such as humpback whales and orcas. More commonly, while you’re aboard one of our luxury Alaska yacht charters, you might spot porpoises, harbor seals, sea lions, or sea otters.
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