Despite the recent pandemic, you can still explore the state’s Southeast region. You can still board smaller tour vessels. You can even plan your own trip.
Prefer a bird’s eye view? Alaska Airlines has flights out of Juneau, Ketchikan, and Sitka. The views of the massive mountains, feeding whales, and vast wilderness are stunning.
“Fish on!” You’ll have lots of opportunities to land a trophy fish whether it’s a “barn door”-sized halibut or a 40-pound king salmon. In the summer the river beds can be busy, so if you prefer more intimacy, sign on for a fishing charter. Indeed, if you’re inexperienced, it’s incredibly helpful to have a guide who will take you to places where practically guaranteed bites. They even filet your catch at the end of the outing.