A bird standing on top of a mountain

Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Float

Visit the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve and take a relaxing trip down the river in an inflatable raft.

  • Enjoy a narrated drive up the Haines Highway and see historic Haines and Fort William H. Seward on the way.
  • See native wildlife, like moose and swans in the marshlands, and eagles, bears, and wolves by the river.
  • Relax and take in the view as you float through the heart of the Bald Eagle Preserve.
  • Be treated to a picnic lunch before returning to Haines and joining your ship at the pier.

  • Season

    Available all year

  • Difficulty level

    Level 2: Easy

  • Duration

    4h00

  • Minimum number of passengers

    6

  • Maximum number of passengers

    48

  • Booking code

    A-HNS1

  • From

    $ 194

  • Notices

    A picnic lunch is provided; restrooms are available at the pier, and there are outhouses at the river put-in and take-out; warm and weatherproof layers are recommended

River rafting 

Take a transfer to the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, and after a safety talk and lifejacket fitting, your river float adventure begins. Float silently downstream aboard inflatable rafts and spot predators drawn by the salmon: eagles, bears and maybe even wolves. Admire the preserve’s incredible beauty, with its towering mountains, hanging glaciers, and lush forests. After your float, you'll enjoy a picnic. 

Practical Information:

  • Remarks/requirements: A picnic lunch is provided; restrooms are available at the pier, and there are outhouses at the river put-in and take-out; warm and weatherproof layers are recommended 
  • Menu: Variety of sandwiches, crisps, cookies, fruit, and hot and cold drinks 
  • Language: English 
  • Walking information: Approximately 50 metres 
  • Wheelchair accessible: No