Alaska Adventure Sailing
Alaska Adventure Sailing
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Are you looking for the best sailing adventure charter where you participate in your own adventure? We put you behind the helm, sailing the Southeast Alaska Inside Passage on a warm & comfortable private sailboat, under the supervision of an experienced licensed captain. Explore the rugged Alaskan coast of the Pacific Ocean for the most memorable trip of your life.
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Jun 2022 • Couples
My husband and I chartered a day sail with Captain Hoock as part of our honeymoon and we highly recommend adding a sailing adventure with Alaska Adventure Sailing to your Alaskan vacation! We had a great day - we saw lots of sea lions, explored an island, and sailed for the last few hours of the day when the weather finally cooperated and gave us just enough wind to sail for a bit. And as an added bonus, the meals they made us were absolutely delicious!!!
Written June 9, 2022
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Mary S
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May 2022
Exploring the most beautiful place with the most competent guide having the most fun and joy. My second trip with Captain Hoock and I can't believe it took 6 years to come back (well, there were a few broken bones and a pandemic in between). The experience of sailing with the Captain and friends is truly the highlight of my already adventurous and experience-filled life!
Written May 31, 2022
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Melissa
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Jul 2021
Our group of six friends sailed with Captain Hoock in July 2021. The experience was indescribably amazing.
We did a six-day trip from Petersburg to Juneau. We started with a visit to LeConte glacier with icebergs everywhere, some with seals on them, and we saw huge chunks of ice breaking off into the water. We saw humpback whales probably every day of the trip. There were also sea lions, bioluminescent plankton, otters, and porpoises in the water. We kayaked up a stream with spawning salmon. We had the good fortune to see a brown bear near us on shore. We must have seen dozens of bald eagles. It was like watching Planet Earth but live and in person!
We had some on-shore excursions including a visit to a fantastic natural hot spring as well as some good hiking.
We caught salmon, rockfish, and dungeness crabs which were turned into amazing meals for our group. Captain Hoock went out of his way to accommodate our dietary needs and cooked up some exceptionally delicious meals, including a phenomenal fish fry!
My only regret is that we didn't take a longer trip. I highly recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing - if you are thinking of booking a trip, do it! It was truly a life-changing experience for everyone in my group and we would love to do it again!
We did a six-day trip from Petersburg to Juneau. We started with a visit to LeConte glacier with icebergs everywhere, some with seals on them, and we saw huge chunks of ice breaking off into the water. We saw humpback whales probably every day of the trip. There were also sea lions, bioluminescent plankton, otters, and porpoises in the water. We kayaked up a stream with spawning salmon. We had the good fortune to see a brown bear near us on shore. We must have seen dozens of bald eagles. It was like watching Planet Earth but live and in person!
We had some on-shore excursions including a visit to a fantastic natural hot spring as well as some good hiking.
We caught salmon, rockfish, and dungeness crabs which were turned into amazing meals for our group. Captain Hoock went out of his way to accommodate our dietary needs and cooked up some exceptionally delicious meals, including a phenomenal fish fry!
My only regret is that we didn't take a longer trip. I highly recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing - if you are thinking of booking a trip, do it! It was truly a life-changing experience for everyone in my group and we would love to do it again!
Written November 26, 2021
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May 2021
We booked a 10 day trip with Alaskan Adventures Sailing never having the expectation that this trip would out do any other vacation. Captain Louie picked us up and off we went. He not only catered to my dietary needs but went above and beyond making sure that I had every opportunity to participate in every meal which included, but was not limited to; crab patties, crab/egg benedict and fish and chips. We learned how to catch and process dungeons crab and in addition we caught an abondance of fish. We sailed through icebergs to the glaciers and took a polar plunge. Then we sailed to our next destination. Night sailing was also a magnificent sight. Wild life viewing included humpback whales, killer whales, seals, sea lions and much more. We hiked and explored areas that one could only imagine seeing. Captain Louie made sure that we all had a trip that would be remembered for ever.
Written May 27, 2021
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Steve
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Sep 2019
Captain Louis Hoock is amazing! We sailed the inside passage of Southeast Alaska and he sailed us to remote islands few are able to go. He accommodated our wishes to seek Bald Eagles, Whales & Bears and knew just where to go. He is an excellent chef and we ate like kings.
I highly recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing. The trip was an incredible adventure!
I highly recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing. The trip was an incredible adventure!
Written November 18, 2019
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Shaun Davey
Porlock, UK199 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
After much debate about the best way to see the Southeast Alaska coast, we settled on Alaska Adventure Sailing and Captain Louis Hoock. We wanted a ‘special’ experience to celebrate our 60th birthdays. It’s certainly one of the best travel decisions we have ever taken.
We hired Louis and the Arcturus for six days for a trip from Juneau to Petersburg - and took in the sights of Funter Bay, Basket Bay, Warm Springs Bay, Whitney Island, Thomas Bay and the Baird Glacier and LeConte Bay/Glacier. We had a simply fantastic time. Louis is a superb captain and practises safe navigation of his sturdy steel-hulled vessel. However, Louis is not just a good sailor - he’s also a fantastic cook and host - with endless energy and thirst for adventure.
I have attached a bunch of photos to this review - because they share the experience far better than words.
I guess my advice for others would be that the Arcturus is a fine vessel, but don’t expect the comforts of a cruise liner - because that it is not. You are talking about the level of a comfortable RV afloat. Secondly, I’d say go prepared to throw yourself into the experience and keep up with Louis’ boundless energy to entertain you! Thirdly, take waterproofs, layered clothing and gum boots - be prepared for any/all conditions.
Finally, above all, do go: We recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing without reservation - it is a once in a lifetime experience that you will never forget.
We hired Louis and the Arcturus for six days for a trip from Juneau to Petersburg - and took in the sights of Funter Bay, Basket Bay, Warm Springs Bay, Whitney Island, Thomas Bay and the Baird Glacier and LeConte Bay/Glacier. We had a simply fantastic time. Louis is a superb captain and practises safe navigation of his sturdy steel-hulled vessel. However, Louis is not just a good sailor - he’s also a fantastic cook and host - with endless energy and thirst for adventure.
I have attached a bunch of photos to this review - because they share the experience far better than words.
I guess my advice for others would be that the Arcturus is a fine vessel, but don’t expect the comforts of a cruise liner - because that it is not. You are talking about the level of a comfortable RV afloat. Secondly, I’d say go prepared to throw yourself into the experience and keep up with Louis’ boundless energy to entertain you! Thirdly, take waterproofs, layered clothing and gum boots - be prepared for any/all conditions.
Finally, above all, do go: We recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing without reservation - it is a once in a lifetime experience that you will never forget.
Written August 6, 2019
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RegisRaider82
Roswell, Georgia3 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
We took our family of 5 (including 3 boys ages 15-21) for an 8-day Alaskan sailing adventure with Captain Louie Hoock aboard the S/V Arcturus. It turned out to be the trip of a lifetime.
The Arcturus is very spacious, and Louie provided everything we could need or want. During our trip, we kayaked among icebergs, hiked in the deep woods, paddle-boarded at the foot of a waterfall, and lounged in natural hot springs. Along the way, we saw whales, seals, otter, eagles, deer, and goats. We caught trout, rockfish, and crabs--all of which we cooked and ate.
Southeast Alaska is beautiful and remote, and the only way to really see it is by boat. I can't adequately describe how thrilled we are that we eschewed the big cruise ships to experience SE Alaska up close with our own personal caption and guide, Louie Hoock. I cannot recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing highly enough!
The Arcturus is very spacious, and Louie provided everything we could need or want. During our trip, we kayaked among icebergs, hiked in the deep woods, paddle-boarded at the foot of a waterfall, and lounged in natural hot springs. Along the way, we saw whales, seals, otter, eagles, deer, and goats. We caught trout, rockfish, and crabs--all of which we cooked and ate.
Southeast Alaska is beautiful and remote, and the only way to really see it is by boat. I can't adequately describe how thrilled we are that we eschewed the big cruise ships to experience SE Alaska up close with our own personal caption and guide, Louie Hoock. I cannot recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing highly enough!
Written October 21, 2018
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lilperks
Milwaukee, WI128 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
Our trip was canceled at the last minute after we had already arrived in Alaska due to a family medical emergency for our captain. Despite this unforeseen circumstance, I still give Louie the highest rating and endorsement possible. He went above and beyond at time when he was overseas caring for his family member and obviously had many other things on his mind. We still had an unbelievably memorable trip in Alaska and this was in large part due to Louie's help and advice. He generously allowed us to lodge on his boat as we had no lodging booked and summer lodging is hard to come by; even arranging for a friend to meet us at the boat with a champagne welcome! He kept in contact with us while we were in Alaska - answering questions about the area, booking excursions with companies he knew & trusted, offering priceless advice & insight and ensuring that although our trip did not go as planned, we still had the vacation of a lifetime. We met numerous people throughout our trip that know Louie and had nothing but wonderful things to say about what a good, fun loving person he is.
We were fortunate enough to meet him just for a day as he arrived back in Alaska as we were leaving. He promptly returned our trip deposit and even picked us up from an excursion we were on. We were glad we got to meet him and even happier that he was able to get his family member stabilized and back to the US for treatment & care.
Our trip to Alaska was full of glaciers, wildlife, gorgeous scenery, fjords, whale watching, ferry rides and a lifetime memories - thanks to Louie. I would not hesitate to recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing to anyone.
We were fortunate enough to meet him just for a day as he arrived back in Alaska as we were leaving. He promptly returned our trip deposit and even picked us up from an excursion we were on. We were glad we got to meet him and even happier that he was able to get his family member stabilized and back to the US for treatment & care.
Our trip to Alaska was full of glaciers, wildlife, gorgeous scenery, fjords, whale watching, ferry rides and a lifetime memories - thanks to Louie. I would not hesitate to recommend Alaska Adventure Sailing to anyone.
Written August 9, 2018
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caroline b
Glasgow, UK2 contributions
Jul 2018
Just finished a great week sailing in the spacious and comfortable Arcturus. Louis went out of his way to make our trip memorable by tailoring activities to suit our group, we fished, caught crab, hiked, visited glaciers, forests and lighthouses, and, had a private fireworks display for the 4th. Overall an amazing experience
Written July 10, 2018
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Debbieham
Corrales, NM19 contributions
May 2017 • Friends
This was my 3rd trip with Alaska Adventure Sailing and every trip has been different and better. Captain Hoock is an excellent guide, with an enormous knowledge of the environment. He is very safety conscious. The food and drink is always fabulous. With such a small group of people, Captain Hoock can tailor the experience to each persons desires. He takes us to very secluded places and it feels like we are the only ones there in the wilderness. The wild life is spectacular, wonderful views, exciting adventures, kayaking, paddle boarding, zipping around in his Zodiac, fishing, hiking and being silly. What more could I ask for in an incredible vacation!
Written July 26, 2017
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