Small Cruise Boat Adventure at 'Edge of the World'

Cape St. Elias Adventure

2012 SOLD OUT
Now Taking Bookings for 2013

Departing Cordova
$4,850 Per Person (based on double occupancy)

Trip #1: July 2-10, 2013

Trip #2: July 11-19, 2013

About Cape St. Elias

Located 62 miles southeast of Cordova, Cape St. Elias is one of Alaska’s most exciting and historic destinations. In 1917 the Cape St. Elias Light House was constructed, and for the next fifty-eight years was referred to as a ‘nightmare’ and at ‘the edge of the world’ by light house keepers & USCG personel stationed there. The area experiences rare calm seas and relatively mild winds in early July, which is the only time we offer this particular adventure. Aside from occasional commercial fishing vessels and a monthly helicopter visit from the USCG to the lighthouse there are no other people at Cape St. Elias.

The Adventure

Your trip begin with a float plane ride from the nearest town of Cordova to Kayak Island, where you’ll rendezvous with the Dream Catcher. You'll be able to explore the Cape St. Elias Light House and hike the beaches, fish, and kayak the protected waters of Wingham Island and southern lee shore of Kayak Island. You'll traverse the North Gulf Coast south of Cape Suckling by foot or skiff to the immense Bering Glacier (largest in North America) where giant icebergs float in Vitus Lake.

Experience the History

Explore the abandoned town site of Katalla, one of the first oil and coal producing areas in Alaska. Climb aboard the "last train" to Katalla, which now sits abandoned beneath towering mountain peaks. At low tide view the remains of the SS Portland, the ship that carried the first miners bearing Klondike Gold to Seattle, starting the Klondike Gold Rush.

Beneath Pyramid Point on Kayak Island you can explore the area where Vitus Bering, the Russian explorer who discovered Alaska, first set foot on Alaskan shores in 1741. This is also your chance to observe the area's sea bird and mammal life. At the end of your trip we'll return you via float plane to Cordova, where commercial flights to Anchorage are available as is passage to Whittier on the Alaska Marine Highway System.

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The Details

*All expeditions run seven days, six nights.

*Prices for Prince William Sound and Cape St. Elias expeditions are all inclusive except for taxes, any hotel or bed and breakfast costs, and gratuities.

What's Included

*Transportation to and from Cordova Airport to the vessel, M/V Dream Catcher (Cape St. Elias only)

*Private stateroom for two

*Rain gear and boots

What to bring

A Word of Caution:
Cape St. Elias is located at the northern edge of the Gulf of Alaska, where seas can kick up suddenly. Early July tends to have the nicest weather of the year in the area, and provides an unforgettable experience when weather cooperates. We always do everything in our power to provide the best possible experience for our guests. We cannot, unfortunately, control the weather.

Personal Gear and Clothing
Alaska weather conditions are variable making layers a must, to insure your comfort on and off the boat. Our voyages are not extreme expeditions, that being said you will not need special clothing or gear to enjoy your trip with us.

You should dress in layers and keep in mind wool and synthetic clothing keep you warm even when they are wet. Cotton, while a wonderful material, which is quite adequate on board, is not recommended for any outdoor activities since it does not dry quickly and offers no warmth once wet. Remember you will only need enough clothes for 7 days on the boat and we do have a washer and dryer for your use. You will find the days can run the gauntlet from warm, sunny, to cold, rainy, overcast and back again in the blink of an eye, so be prepared.

The following list will help you make the most of your trip:
* Layers - Multiple shirts, sweaters, and fleece) are much better than one jacket
* Shirts - Two to three mostly long sleeved. A shirt that is tightly woven will provide the best protection against bugs and the sun
* Pants - Two to three pair with one quick drying synthetic pair
* Shorts - At least one pair
* Socks - Enough for the trip and some wool socks to wear with rubber boots
* Jacket/Sweater/Vest - Fleece jackets are just wonderful when incorporated with wind proof shell
* Gloves - Lightweight or mittens (quick drying)
* Long Underwear for your comfort one pair of polypropylene, capilene, or thermax top and bottoms.
* Brimmed Hat - for sun protection
* Personal Toiletries (shampoo, toothpaste, etc.)
* Sun Block and Lip Balm SP 30
* Personal Medications - Enough for the whole trip
* Sunglasses
* Insect Repellent - We suggest using pumps and creams.
* Equipment and other miscellaneous items:
- Binoculars
- Spare batteries
* Shoes and Hiking Boots

*We will provide rubber boots, the commercial fishing variety, which are designed for hard use and comfort. You will need a wool-hiking sock to wear with the boots. These boots work great for shore excursions and kayaking. On board, tennis shoes or sandals will work just fine. Hiking boots, if you have them, increase your comfort level during high meadow hikes.

*Gear and Luggage
Because soft bags pack best on board a vessel, we ask you NOT to bring hard sided luggage. Two medium bags are a much better option than on large bag.

*Day Pack
A small daypack is almost indispensable or shore excursions. It will carry rain gear, extra clothes, water bottle, snack, cameras, and anything else you wish to take on short hikes.

*Rain Gear
During your stay with us we will provide high quality commercial rain gear (top and bottoms) by Helly Hanson and Grunden. Please provide your height/weight and shoe size by filling out our Client Information Sheet once you have made your reservation.