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Alaskan Native Culture

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The earliest inhabitants of Alaska crossed the Bering Land Bridge from Asia into what is now western Alaska, near Nome, and their Native Alaskan descendants are the present-day Yup’ik, Inupiaq, Aleut, Tlingit, and Athabascan tribes. Meeting these indigenous Native Alaskan locals and experiencing their traditions, culture, and lifestyles is perhaps the most memorable way to take a little bit of Alaska home in your heart.

If you wish to include one of these special moments in your Alaska visit, our Travel Designers know how to make that happen. You’ll discover the essence of Native Alaska culture from subsistence hunting and fishing to drumming, singing, and storytelling, from talented artisans skilled in carving and hand-crafted beading to tribal festivals celebrating community, strength, and athleticism.

Here are some special ways to experience Alaskan Native culture on a private tour…

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Kodiak Brown Bear Center

Suggested duration: 5 nights

The 1.9m acres of Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge is home to this classic Alaskan Native lodge situated on Kodiak Island in the middle of Karluk Lake. Surrounded by water, the wildlife-centered Kodiak Brown Bear Center, showcases one of the... Read more

Alaska Islands, Whales, and Glaciers

Suggested duration: 6 nights

Explore Southeast Alaska aboard an intimate vessel that is high on both adventure and guest service. You’ll enjoy a casual atmosphere aboard while you depart Sitka and explore Eastern Baranof Island, Icy Strait and Glacier Bay National Park. Hike... Read more

Southeast Alaska Native Culture

Suggested duration: 7 nights

Southeast Alaska boasts rich Native culture and is home to three Alaskan Native groups, the Tlingit, Tsimshian, and Haida, all with their own unique story to tell. These indigenous peoples are well known for their distinctive art represented in... Read more

Discover Alaskan Native Culture

Suggested duration: 11 nights

It is believed that the first Native Americans came to Alaska from Russia by crossing the Bering Land Bridge during the last Ice Age some 30,000 years ago. Today, Native Alaskans can be divided into six major groups, three... Read more

Sitka to Juneau Cruise : Alaska Bear Country

Suggested duration: 8 nights

Bears are an iconic symbol of Alaska and its vast wildness. During this 7-night small ship cruise between Sitka and Juneau on the Kruzof Explorer, you will get an up-close look at both brown and black bears in their... Read more

Glacier Bay and Outer Coast Cruise

Suggested duration: 6 nights

Board the Kruzof Explorer, a fully-renovated former commercial fishing vessel now offering the best in luxury small ship cruises and adventure in Southeast Alaska. Your private cruiseship is capable of exploring remote areas that larger ships just aren’t able... Read more

Alaska Coastal Cruise and Culture

Suggested duration: 8 nights

Southeast Alaska is home to a number of Alaskan Native groups and this 7-night small ship cruise on the Kruzof Explorer with private guides provides greater insight into their cultural practices and their relationship with the many islands that... Read more

Adventure by Cruise In Southeast Alaska

Suggested duration: 10 nights

Journey from Sitka to Ketchikan onboard the Kruzof Explorer for a 9-night luxury cruise into the wilds of Southeast Alaska. This extended Alaska adventure by water will provide guests with endless opportunities to view wildlife, glaciers, and remote Alaskan... Read more

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