Alaska Boat Tour: Discover Upper Lynn Canal History

Explore Alaska’s history and natural wonders on a 3-hour waterfalls tour. Discover shipwrecks, wildlife, and savor local smoked salmon.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dyea - The journey will be in a fully enclosed, heated boat, with a stop in Dyea, the historic gateway to the Chilkoot Trail, which played a crucial role during the 1898 Gold Rush. Travelers will have the chance to witness the same views that welcomed the early miners upon their arrival. Along the way, there will be stops at several eagles’ nests…
What's Included
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Experience a more intimate tour as you travel by boat, uncovering the rich tapestry of Alaska’s history and natural wonders on a journey through the upper Lynn Canal. Discover the historic ports of the Klondike Gold Rush, where ambition, adventure, and hardship weave together to create a vivid picture of a bygone era.
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Location
295 Congress Way
Congress Way
We Will meet at slip A9 on the south end of the small boat harbor. 295 Congress Way is the Harbor Masters office which is located at the north end of the harbor. Please download the maps of the town and the harbor that are provided in the pictures.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Robert
Oct 14, 2025
Luke and Whiskers - We had Luke as our Captain . He was not only knowledgeable about the water ways and the water falls but he was also kind and helpful. We saw some amazing wildlife like eagles and seals. Luke was even able to point out a sea lion that looked exactly like a killer whale. Those silly sea lions were tricky but they couldn’t fool Luke! Luke also shared some smoked salmon with us and had drinks and hand wipes on hand for after the salmon. If you get a change to take this epic adventure, take it! And ask for Luke, he was the best!! Whiskers Cuz I’m curious like a cat!
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Mariapaula_a
Sep 26, 2025
Captain Luke was just the... - Captain Luke was just the best! His boat allows for close-up viewing of waterfalls and wildlife. He was super accommodating and knowledgeable. I'd do this tour again, as it was my favorite experience in Skagway!
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Excursion613054
Sep 21, 2025
Waterfalls and wildlife - So beautiful! We saw so many gorgeous waterfalls up close and personal and amazing wildlife as well. The crew was fantastic!
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Meagan
Sep 18, 2025
Amazing views, amazing crew - We had an amazing morning seeing some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Alaska. Luke was an excellent captain and was extremely knowledgeable about the environment in Skagway. We will 100% be doing this again when we next visit!
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Thomasw146
Sep 17, 2025
Great small boat tour - This is a small boat tour with two to five people. This small tour allows you to ask questions and makes the tour more personal.
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Jjhamel
Sep 15, 2025
Water tour of Skagway... - Water tour of Skagway waterways.. saw waterfalls, seals, a sea lion, eagles, and scooters. Both our captain, Luke, and guide Carrington were friendly and knowledgeable.
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Cam_n
Sep 12, 2025
Waterfall tour - Easy going, knowledgeable staff. Saw lots of Eagles and seals. The boat was clean and salmon tasty. I would recommend it.
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Pete_v
Sep 10, 2025
An awesome excursion in Skagway! - Awesome Waterfall Views and great crew! Capitan Luke and first Mate Emma were very knowledgeable and fun too!
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Robert_c
Sep 10, 2025
Totally Recommend this one!! - One of the best excursions I've been on. I love waterfalls to begin with and I was not disappointed. Totally breath taking scenery and even say some bald eagles along the way. Waterfalls are just so beautiful to me. Definitely not disappointed.
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Clair_j
Oct 5, 2025
Luke was very... - Luke was very knowledgeable and easily shared information with us. There were 3 of us from the cruise ship this particular morning. We did get to take our packet of salmon to taste later, although the tour details listed it as if we were going to stop and have the salmon on some crackers and a sample of a local tiddle, whatever that was ? But There was no mention of this on the day. Boat Cruise ended at 2.5 hrs, not 3 hrs. I was not bothered as it gave me extra time in the town, but given that the tour is titled 3hr alaska waterfalls, it was a bit perplexing. We did see some harbour seals and a bald eagle.
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