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Preparing for an Alaskan expedition epitomizes wilderness adventure, offering intrepid travelers an unparalleled journey into the heart of nature's grandeur. Imagine navigating through pristine waters aboard a luxurious yacht, where each day presents a new backdrop of breathtaking landscapes and encounters with wildlife.

If you're planning an unforgettable adventure, look no further than Alaska Wilderness Charters. Our luxurious yacht provides the perfect mobile base camp for an Alaskan adventure of a lifetime, with experienced guides and unbeatable access to wildlife.

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Planning your Alaska trip

These articles are your compass to planning the ultimate Alaskan exploration—a symphony of meticulous preparation for arriving in The Last Frontier and nights spent under an ethereal sky. We'll guide you through the ins and outs of getting here, finding cozy lodging, choosing the right gear, and packing for the expedition of a lifetime. Whether you're an adventure seeker, nature enthusiast, or a traveler with a penchant for the extraordinary, our custom charters are designed to anchor your Alaskan dreams in reality.

Thinking of exploring the wilderness of Alaska? Here are some essential tips to help you properly plan your trip and ensure a safe and comfortable experience. With the right preparation, you can set yourself up for success.

Before You Leave

Here are some essential tips to help you properly plan your trip and ensure a safe and comfortable experience. With the right preparation, you can set yourself up for success.

Neil Nickerson

March 8, 2023

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3 minutes

Thinking of exploring the wilderness of Alaska? Here are some essential tips to help you properly plan your trip and ensure a safe and comfortable experience. With the right preparation, you can set yourself up for success.

Ensure you have the right gear to capture every moment of your once-in-a-lifetime photography expedition in Alaska. Learn what equipment is recommended and why a trip with Alaska Wilderness Charters is an unbeatable experience.

Camera Equipment

Packing the right photo equipment for an Alaska Wilderness Charter is crucial for capturing stunning shots of the untamed landscapes and wildlife. From lenses to tripods, we have you covered with our expert recommendations.

John Schnell, Photographer

March 1, 2023

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3 minutes

Ensure you have the right gear to capture every moment of your once-in-a-lifetime photography expedition in Alaska. Learn what equipment is recommended and why a trip with Alaska Wilderness Charters is an unbeatable experience.

Are you planning a trip to Juneau or Sitka? Here are the best tips for researching and setting yourself up for success before leaving. Get ready for an Alaskan adventure!

Getting to Juneau or Sitka

Are you ready for an adventure of a lifetime in Alaska's breathtaking wilderness? Let Alaska Wilderness Charters take you on a journey filled with fishing, hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, and relaxation. Get ready to be awe-inspired!

Neil Nickerson

March 1, 2023

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5 minutes

Are you planning a trip to Juneau or Sitka? Here are the best tips for researching and setting yourself up for success before leaving. Get ready for an Alaskan adventure!

Planning a trip to Juneau or Sitka? Learn more about our lodging partners and how to find the perfect lodge or hotel during your visit.

Lodging in Juneau or Sitka

Planning a trip to Alaska may seem daunting, but with Alaska Wilderness Charters, lodging is one less thing to worry about. From fishing to wildlife viewing, our charters offer unforgettable experiences in stunning wilderness areas.

Neil Nickerson

March 1, 2023

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3 minutes

Planning a trip to Juneau or Sitka? Learn more about our lodging partners and how to find the perfect lodge or hotel during your visit.

Planning your Alaskan vacation? Make sure to pack the right gear with Alaska Wilderness Charters. We recommend bringing multiple layers of clothing, quality outdoor pieces, and items that can be mixed and matched.

Recommended Gear

Planning is the key to the perfect adventure, and packing the right gear can make all the difference for an Alaskan expedition. When it comes to clothes, packing versatile layers instead of a lot of single items will provide maximum flexibility. Quality outdoor clothing pieces are essential—especially when considering rain gear. You should bring items that can be mixed and matched, allowing for less clutter and more style options during your trip.

Neil Nickerson

March 1, 2023

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4 minutes

Planning your Alaskan vacation? Make sure to pack the right gear with Alaska Wilderness Charters. We recommend bringing multiple layers of clothing, quality outdoor pieces, and items that can be mixed and matched.

Learn about the differences between tourists and travelers as they journey through Alaska. Compare the traits that make up these two types of people and find out which suits you best!

Tourists and Travelers

Are you a tourist or a true traveler? Discover the difference with Alaska Wilderness Charters. There are some of the fascinating differences.

John Schnell

March 1, 2023

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3 minutes

Learn about the differences between tourists and travelers as they journey through Alaska. Compare the traits that make up these two types of people and find out which suits you best!