Some of the things to do at Icy Strait Point

Tribal Dance and Cultural Legends. Tlingit culture comes alive in this interactive, two-hour Alaska Native performance in a traditional long-house-style theater. An eight-member Tlingit cast, in traditional dress, regalia, hand-carved masks and colorful headdresses, share their heritage through storytelling, songs and dance.

Whale and Marine Mammals Cruise. Humpback whales, orca whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters and porpoise are just a few of the marine mammals that visitors may see on this two-hour cruise in Port Frederick and Icy Strait. Alaska coastal brown bears and deer are among the land mammals that may be spotted on shore as well as eagles soaring above. An onboard naturalist provides commentary and is available to answer questions.

Wildlife and Bear Viewing. Visitors travel via bus for 20 minutes through the Tlingit village of Hoonah to the Spasski River Valley in search of Alaska coastal brown bears. Other wildlife that may be spotted on this 2.5-hour tour include bald eagles, land otters, Sitka black-tail deer, mink and marten. A local driver/guide shares Hoonah’s history and culture and points out areas of interest along the route. Upon arrival, guests take a short walk on gravel and boardwalk paths to viewing platforms.

ATV Expedition. Visitors explore the rugged backcountry of Chichagof Island on 4x4 Kawasaki Mules during this guided, 2.5-hour adventure tour. Several vantage points along the brush-lined route offer breathtaking views of Icy Strait. The local guide provides a brief tour of the area on the bus ride through Hoonah to the departure point.

Glacier Bay Flightseeing. Guests depart from Hoonah Airport aboard a fixed-wing airplane for a bird’s-eye view of Icy Strait and Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, 3.3 million acres of lush forested mountains, azure glaciers, spectacular waterfalls and deep valleys.

Hoonah Bike Trek. This leisurely, eight-mile bike tour gives cyclists an intimate look at Alaska’s largest Tlingit settlement. On the two-hour tour, visitors learn how the community survived the 1944 fire that burned the village to the ground, as well as about the dislocation of the Huna Tlingits from Glacier Bay when the glaciers advanced over their village sites.

Hoonah Sightseeing. Visitors board a comfortable bus for a 1.5-hour tour of the village of Hoonah, the largest Tlingit settlement in Alaska. A knowledgeable local guide shares personal stories along with the history and culture of the area, providing a glimpse of life in rural Alaska.

Wild Alaska Culinary Extravaganza. Wild Alaska seafood is the heart of this interactive two-hour culinary tour. Participants learn about the seafood in the area, as well as the traditional methods of preparing and storing. Local experts share the art of filleting halibut and salmon, which participants marinate and then barbecue for lunch. Crab and a variety of smoked meats and side dishes complete the meal.

ZipRider. In May 2007, the world’s highest and longest ZipRider zip line opened at Icy Strait Point. Guests learn about Hoonah history and culture from their local driver/guide as they travel by bus to the zip line start at 1,330 feet above sea level. Within seconds, riders are securely buckled in and treated to a magnificent aerial view of Icy Strait Point and the surrounding mountains as they soar silently more than 5,330 feet to the base near the beach below.

Fishing. Within a few minutes of leaving the Icy Strait Point dock, anglers of all ages cast their lines for halibut and all five species of salmon aboard a half-day fishing charter. Local guides share fishing stories and tips, and will assist in securing processing and shipping for the guest’s catch.

Canning Line. The original 1912 cannery and much of its equipment have been restored to its original luster. Visitors learn about the canning process from beginning to end through interpretive displays and may even “can” a souvenir—items are vacuum-sealed to shrink them down and then canned on the cannery line for mailing home or to friends and relatives.

Icy Strait Museum. Learn about Alaska, Hoonah and the cannery in this free museum filled with historical photos and relics. Many of the original canning labels are also on display. The adjacent video room shows films about the area.