Excursion Back country jeep adventure tour at Icy Strait Point

Experience the pristine natural splendour of the Tongass National Forest during this scenic and exciting Jeep excursion.

Icy Strait Point, Hoonah Village, Scenic Drive

After meeting your guides at the pier and receiving your safety and riding instructions, board your 4WD Jeep Wrangler and begin your back country adventure with a scenic drive through Hoonah, Alaska’s largest Native Tlingit village and home to Icy Strait Point, a cruise destination offering unparalleled access to adventure, wilderness, wildlife, and genuine Native Tinglit hospitality. The village of Hoonah is located on Chicagof Island.

Chichagof Island, Tongass National Forest, Sitka Black-Tailed Deer, Brown Bears, Eagles

Since the 1980s, timber has been harvested from the forests of Chichagof Island. Although logging is not presently active on the island, the industry has left over 150 miles (about 241 kilometres) of back roads through the wilderness for you to discover, and there is not a better way to explore its rugged, natural beauty than in your own iconic Jeep. This area, which is part of the Tongass National Forest, the largest National Forest in the United States, offers ample opportunities for you to spot wildlife such as Sitka black-tailed deer, brown bears, eagles, and more.

Burnt Point Lookout, Breath-Taking Views, Back-Country Drive, Long Island, Wildlife-Viewing

A stop is made at the Burnt Point Lookout, a cape near Hoonah, for breath-taking panoramic vistas and photo opportunities of your surrounds. Afterward, re-board your 4WD vehicle and continue your scenic and fun-filled Jeep-ride through the beautiful back country of Chicagof Island. You can switch drivers at Long Island or another wildlife-viewing area, where stops are made to learn about the area’s history, flora, and fauna, and take in exquisite views of your breath-taking surrounds. Following your off-road adventure, a brief stop is made to browse for souvenirs before commencing the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Icy Strait Point, Hoonah Village, Chichagof Island, Forests, Tongass National Forest, Burnt Point Lookout, Long Island, Wildlife-Viewing, Deer, Bears, Eagles

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of off-road driving and a minimal amount of walking for approximately 100 yards (about 91 meters), at times over uneven, gravel, muddy, snowy, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the 4WD Jeep Wrangler. Walking during stops is at the discretion of each guest. The 4WD Jeeps utilized on this tour accommodate four guests. The ride may be rough at times, and guests will experience bumpy, jerking motions. This tour is recommended for guests who are in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilize a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers they won’t mind getting dirty with flat, sturdy, closed-toe, and non-slip walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a weatherproof jacket, warm hat and gloves, bottled water, and US Dollars or credit cards for purchases. Open-toed shoes and high-heels are not permitted on this tour. The price of this tour is per person, based on four people sharing one vehicle; parties of four and under will share one vehicle. Guests must be at least 25 years old, and present a valid ID showing proof of age, to drive a 4WD Jeep on this tour. Guests may not drive the 4WD vehicle if they have consumed alcohol. Photography/videography is prohibited whilst driving the 4WD vehicle. The combined weight limit for each vehicle cannot exceed 1200 lbs.This tour operates during mornings and afternoons only. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. The tour sequence may vary.