Set Your Own Wilderness Pace
All our wonderful activities are based on your interest, the tides, and the weather. Your days can be quiet and relaxing or filled with action-packed adventures. Activities can be customized to work for all ages and abilities – we tailor your vacation to your needs and desires. Personalized guide service is provided between 9am and 4:30pm, with partial day or full day activities available. For those that want to maximize their Alaska experience, we offer brown bear viewing and fishing charter package options.
Wildlife Viewing
At the Lodge view sea otters, harbor seals, bald eagles, black bears, whales, puffins, loons, octopus, wild salmon and so much more! As a package option offered by the Lodge, guided brown bear viewing adventures are available as a float plane flyout day trip. VIEW MORE Wildlife!
Sea Kayak
Even beginners can sea kayak with our specially trained guides in our top-of-the-line, safe, stable sea kayaks. Cruise the quiet bays and coves of our pristine estuary, observe sea otters and visit the nearby sea bird rookery.
Hiking
Our hiking trails range from an easy walking trail through the forest that includes a beach walk, to a challenging all day alpine hike. Follow ancient game trails to overlooks where you may see black bear, sea birds, eagles, sea otters and seals. The marine life, birds and wildlife are abundant.
Bear Viewing – Package Option
Brown bear viewing adventures by float plane are available as a package option. Flying out to see brown bears in their natural habitat is an amazing experience and is highly recommended. Based on availability and weather depending. READ MORE about bears.
Fishing Charter – Package Option
Our fishing charter package option may include halibut, salmon, and/or rockfish through our top recommendations. *Species may vary pending current State of Alaska Fishing Regulations and availability. READ MORE about charter fishing.
Float Plane
Charter a float plane with your own private bush pilot. Take a scenic flight over the mountains and glaciers, watching for wildlife. With your personal Lodge guide, fly to a remote lake to hike and explore the incredible landscape with Beluga Air or Kachemak Air Service. Float plane charters are an additional expense.
Birding
Birds flourish around the Lodge! From bald eagles soaring overhead, to loon calls echoing across the water, you will find dozens of bird species including black oystercatchers, puffins, Steller’s jays, harlequin ducks, woodpeckers, and so many more.
Glacier Lake Hike
Your personal naturalist guide will lead you on a hike to the Grewingk Glacier Lake – a guest and local favorite. Access to the trailhead is by private Lodge boat and is a moderate hike in Kachemak Bay State Park.
Boat Excursions
Full or part day excursions by motorized boat with your Lodge guide can be taken to cruise the waters of beautiful Kachemak Bay. Surrounded by towering mountains and glaciers, watch for orca and humpback whales, view teeming sea bird rookeries, sea otter colonies, seal haul-outs, and visit a local oyster farm for fresh oysters.
Wildflowers
Enjoy flowers on your hike in the woods and to the glacier, along the cliffs, meadows, and beaches. Your naturalist guide can identify edible plants and flowers. Photographic opportunities are endless!
Canoeing
Take an adventure in our big canoe. The canoe works for an entire family! It is safe and comfortable for all ages and abilities. Float with the tide while your guide navigates. Watch for eagles, sea otters, black bears and other wildlife. Stop at a remote beach for a campfire and picnic lunch.
Tide Pooling
Kachemak Bay has some of the largest tides in world. If there are low tides during your stay, your naturalist guide can lead you to explore tide pools teeming with abundant marine life including octopuses, sea urchins, crab, shrimp, and colorful sea stars. It is a wonderous world!
Art with Nature
Explore your inner artist with your local artist guide. Nature journaling, beach art, fairy houses and more. Especially great for families, kids, and rainy days. Some art supplies provided.
Berry Picking
In season, mid to late summer, pick wild blueberries, raspberries, red and black currants, salmonberries and other varieties. Hike with your guide to remote berry patches, or pick right around the Lodge.
Halibut Cove
Enjoy a boating excursion for an afternoon to Halibut Cove, a small island artists' village where "the streets are paved with water". There is an excellent local artist gallery to visit. You may see eagles, sea birds and marine mammals along the way.
Massage Therapy
An ultimate relaxing massage with a licensed massage therapist may also be available. This service is upon request for an additional fee.
Nature and Beach Walks
Your local Alaskan guides can take you to wild berry patches to photograph wildflowers or to beachcomb along the endless long curving sandbars. Interpretive walks include a local indigenous house site close to the Lodge.
Foraging and Harvesting
Guided foraging, gathering, and harvesting may be available seasonally. Wild plants, berries, seafood, the Lodge garden and greenhouse, and more. Deliver your harvest to the kitchen for the Chef to work her magic.
Relax around the Lodge
Curl up with a good book in front of one of our wood stoves or fireplaces, in our large hammock, or on one of the comfortable deck chairs overlooking China Poot Bay. Relax and enjoy the amazing mountain and ocean views while watching sea birds and sealife follow the flow of the tides.
Finnish Sauna
Enjoy our private wood-fired cedar sauna. This charming log bathhouse with a sod roof is the perfect way to unwind and relax after your day’s adventure — or anytime!
Outdoor Hot Tub
Nestled behind our sod roof Finnish sauna, our private outdoor hot tub is a great way to relax and unwind after your day. In the style of a Nordic spa, rotate between the sauna, the outdoor hot tub, and jumping in the cold waters of Kachemak Bay.
Campfire
Enjoy time outside around a cozy campfire. Your guide can light a fire on the beach to enjoy during your lunchtime adventure. Or after dinner, lounge on the dock taking in the spectacular view.
Hors d'oeuvres
Evening hors d'oeuvres are served on the dock overlooking China Poot Bay and are accompanied by fine wines and local beers. We feature fresh, wild Alaskan seafood such as Kachemak Bay oysters, halibut, salmon, or your fresh catch of the day.
Celebrate Special Occasions
We are experts at customizing special occasions for your group. Whether you are celebrating your anniversary, birthday, honeymoon, or are enjoying a small family reunion, we will make your time with us one you will never forget!