Day Trips

Testimonials     2005     2006

Anton Larsen Day Kayak Trip   

Let's explore of one of Kodiak's most unique locations--Anton Larsen Bay.  A forty-five-minute drive through a mountain pass from Kodiak city to the kayak launch, ALB offers pristine wilderness, distinctive geology, sheltered waters, and frequent sightings of Arctic Terns and Parakeet Auklets (through mid July) in addition to Kodiak's more abundant sea birds.  Though fin whales occasionally venture close to ALB, they are commonly observed from a distance across Kizhuyak bay.  Frequent sightings of harbor seals & sea otters round out the possibilities for this six-hour trip.  Catered lunch included.   Rates   What to Bring (.pdf)

 

Marmot Bay Mothership Kayak Day Trip  ***featured trip*** 

This trip allows one to go kayaking, wildlife viewing, explore local islands or all of the above within a 10-mile radius of the city of Kodiak.  The kayaks are loaded onboard the mothership, MV Celeste, and launched from a dive platform (pictured) while anchored in local bays.   Legendary whale encounters that have become OU's trademark have resulted from this itinerary.  Got your map?  Destinations may include Icon Bay, Long Island, Eider Island, Neva Cove and, for birders, Women's Bay.  Catered lunch included.

Rates    What to Bring (.pdf)

Chiniak Bay Sealife Cruise 

A full day exploring Kodiak's wildlife, sealife, landscapes and seascapes from the comfort of the Celeste.   Watch nesting puffins on a grassy cliff, cormorants  comfortably perched on an impossibly steep rock face, see a humpback whale in full breach, watch salmon leap from the water as they near spawning time, photograph a sea otter eating shellfish. No sightings are guaranteed, but our chances of encountering an array of wildlife is very good.  See What to Expect for a list of species encountered in 2005.  Catered lunch included. 

Rates     What to Bring (.pdf)

Large Groups 

Although we specialize in small, unobtrusive group sizes, we realize sometimes large groups travel together for efficiency.  Find yourself stuck planning the big one?  Let us help.  We offer group rates for parties as large as 12 for as little as $140/day.  Groups typically combine at the beginning and end of the day, and may arrange to be all together for lunch.  Otherwise operate as two smaller groups of up to 6 apiece, each with their own guide.  Contact us for rates.  Catered lunch included. 

2008 Rates:

* By request, OU will pair you with another party to find you the best rate.  Please provide a range of dates. 

Deposits & Delays

Deposit rates are 50% payable by check, credit card (Visa/MC) or bank transfer, fully refundable up to 30 days in advance of the charter, after which it becomes nonrefundable. 

For charters and guided trips originating from the city of Kodiak, severe weather may cause  cancellation with full refund of deposit on the day of the trip.  Cancellations result as a result of unsafe, not simply uncomfortable weather.  The captain alone reserves the right to cancel an outing.

In case of cancellation:  Guests may have the option of rescheduling their trip, or in certain cases, relocating a Marmot Bay Mothership Kayak Trip to Anton Larsen Bay if conditions there permit paddling.  Guests may otherwise request a refund.

Multi-day charters extended due to severe weather incur an additional fee of 50% of the daily rate per person. 

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