{"id":188405,"date":"2026-05-28T15:53:35","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T13:53:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=188405"},"modified":"2026-06-05T21:08:26","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T19:08:26","slug":"glacier-bay-alaska-national-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska: A UNESCO Gem With No Roads"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When people think of Alaska and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/glba\/index.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Glacier Bay National Park<\/a>, most picture that classic wilderness scene \u2014 bears roaming free and enormous chunks of ice crashing into the ocean. But I have to warn you about something. The reality at Glacier Bay Alaska is a thousand times more dramatic, more spectacular, and considerably wetter than you could ever imagine. \u263a\ufe0f It&#8217;s the absolute end of the world in the best possible sense, where nature shows no mercy and you&#8217;re merely a very humble guest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glacier Bay National Park is a place where absolutely no roads lead, yet hundreds of thousands of people flock here every year to witness the vanishing ice giants with their own eyes. Most of them see it from the deck of massive cruise ships, but we&#8217;ll also show you how to do it independently and combine it with the wonderful historic town of Sitka. Pack your warmest layers, a solid pair of wellies, and let&#8217;s dive into this Alaskan wilderness that&#8217;s guaranteed to send shivers down your spine (and not just because of the temperatures \ud83d\ude01).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s what I&#8217;ve put together for you: 13 tips covering everything from glacier theatrics and bear rescue centres to the best fish restaurants in Sitka, where nobody will judge you for turning up in soggy wellies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1126\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-glacier-featured.jpg\" alt=\"Margerie Glacier in Glacier Bay National Park, an iconic ice wall\" class=\"wp-image-169403\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-glacier-featured.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-glacier-featured-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-glacier-featured-700x385.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-glacier-featured-768x422.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-glacier-featured-1536x845.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-glacier-featured-696x383.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-glacier-featured-1392x766.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-glacier-featured-1920x1056.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Margerie Glacier in Glacier Bay National Park, an iconic ice wall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Where_to_stay_and_how_much_it_all_costs\" >Where to stay and how much it all costs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#%F0%9F%8F%A8_Recommended_hotels_in_Gustavus_Alaska\" >\ud83c\udfe8 Recommended hotels in Gustavus, Alaska<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#How_much_accommodation_and_living_costs_in_Sitka\" >How much accommodation and living costs in Sitka<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Glacier_Bay_and_Sitka_13_places_and_experiences_you_cant_miss\" >Glacier Bay and Sitka: 13 places and experiences you can&#8217;t miss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#1_Margerie_Glacier_the_iconic_ice_wall\" >1. Margerie Glacier (the iconic ice wall)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#2_Johns_Hopkins_Glacier_home_of_seal_pups\" >2. Johns Hopkins Glacier (home of seal pups)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#3_Lamplugh_Glacier_intensely_blue_ice\" >3. Lamplugh Glacier (intensely blue ice)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#4_Grand_Pacific_Glacier_the_unassuming_creator_of_the_bay\" >4. Grand Pacific Glacier (the unassuming creator of the bay)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#5_Bartlett_Cove_the_only_slice_of_civilisation\" >5. Bartlett Cove (the only slice of civilisation)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#6_Humpback_whale_watching_and_bubble-net_feeding\" >6. Humpback whale watching and bubble-net feeding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#7_Sea_kayaking_among_the_ice_floes\" >7. Sea kayaking among the ice floes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#8_Sitka_National_Historical_Park_a_rainforest_of_totems\" >8. Sitka National Historical Park (a rainforest of totems)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#9_Fortress_of_the_Bear_rescuing_orphaned_cubs\" >9. Fortress of the Bear (rescuing orphaned cubs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#10_Alaska_Raptor_Center_the_eagle_clinic\" >10. Alaska Raptor Center (the eagle clinic)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#11_Saint_Michaels_Cathedral_and_Sitkas_Russian_heritage\" >11. Saint Michael&#8217;s Cathedral and Sitka&#8217;s Russian heritage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#12_Indian_River_Trail_a_trail_teeming_with_salmon\" >12. Indian River Trail (a trail teeming with salmon)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#13_Mt_Verstovia_for_those_who_want_a_challenge\" >13. Mt Verstovia (for those who want a challenge)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Where_to_eat_in_Sitka\" >Where to eat in Sitka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Where_to_go_next\" >Where to go next<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Tips_and_tricks_before_travelling_to_Alaska\" >Tips and tricks before travelling to Alaska<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Jak_se_dostat_do_narodniho_parku_Glacier_Bay\" >Jak se dostat do n\u00e1rodn\u00edho parku Glacier Bay?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Kolik_stoji_plavba_do_Glacier_Bay_a_proc_je_omezeny_pocet_lodi\" >Kolik stoj\u00ed plavba do Glacier Bay a pro\u010d je omezen\u00fd po\u010det lod\u00ed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Kdy_je_nejlepsi_doba_pro_navstevu_Glacier_Bay\" >Kdy je nejlep\u0161\u00ed doba pro n\u00e1v\u0161t\u011bvu Glacier Bay?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Ktere_ledovce_v_Glacier_Bay_jsou_nejznamejsi\" >Kter\u00e9 ledovce v Glacier Bay jsou nejzn\u00e1m\u011bj\u0161\u00ed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Jaka_zvirata_mohu_behem_plavby_parkem_videt\" >Jak\u00e1 zv\u00ed\u0159ata mohu b\u011bhem plavby parkem vid\u011bt?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Da_se_v_narodnim_parku_Glacier_Bay_kempovat\" >D\u00e1 se v n\u00e1rodn\u00edm parku Glacier Bay kempovat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/glacier-bay-alaska-national-park\/#Existuje_levnejsi_alternativa_k_plavbe_do_Glacier_Bay\" >Existuje levn\u011bj\u0161\u00ed alternativa k plavb\u011b do Glacier Bay?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TL_DR\">TL;DR<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re in a rush and just need the key takeaways before diving into the details, here&#8217;s a lightning-fast summary. Think of it as a life raft packed with the most essential information about the whole area, so you know exactly what you&#8217;re signing up for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <strong>No roads at all:<\/strong> There are no roads leading to Glacier Bay or Sitka. You can only get here by cruise ship, ferry (Alaska Marine Highway), or small aircraft.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Two ways to visit:<\/strong> 95% of visitors arrive on huge cruise ships (and never set foot on land), while the remaining 5% travel independently via the small settlement of Gustavus and Bartlett Cove.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Main highlights:<\/strong> Monumental tidewater glaciers (Margerie, Johns Hopkins) that thunder into the ocean, plus an incredible concentration of wildlife.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>When to go:<\/strong> The season is very short \u2014 everything operates only from May to September. The rest of the year, the area is essentially shut down for winter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Weather:<\/strong> Expect a temperate rainforest climate. It rains an average of 230 days a year, so a quality waterproof jacket and wellies are absolute necessities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>The town of Sitka:<\/strong> The former capital of Russian America, packed with history, lovely little caf\u00e9s, and brilliant hiking trails \u2014 often combined with Glacier Bay on the same trip.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_and_how_to_get_to_Glacier_Bay\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_and_how_to_get_to_Glacier_Bay\">When to visit and how to get to Glacier Bay<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning a trip to Southeast Alaska is a bit of a logistical puzzle, because you can toss any notions of simply hiring a car right out the window. Let&#8217;s look at when it makes sense to fly here and the different ways you can reach this icy kingdom without having to swim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Southeast Alaska runs on an unforgiving seasonal rhythm. The only sensible window to visit is from 1 May to 30 September. We prefer coming in the middle of summer, when the days are long and the chances of your fingers not going numb are slightly higher. From October to April, the little towns go quiet, hotels shut up shop for winter, and the bay is fully reclaimed by nature. And if you&#8217;re hoping for the Northern Lights, I&#8217;m afraid I&#8217;ll have to disappoint you \u2014 the constant cloud cover and relatively low latitude mean you won&#8217;t spot them here. For that, you&#8217;d need to head further north to Fairbanks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So how do you actually get here? You essentially have two options, and each one defines your entire experience. The first, chosen by 95% of all visitors, is an Alaska glacier bay cruise on a large ship. These typically depart from Seattle or Vancouver and, as part of a roughly seven-day itinerary, sail into the national park for one full day. The crucial thing you need to know is that the ship doesn&#8217;t dock anywhere \u2014 you never step ashore. Once the vessel crosses the park boundary, rangers board from a small boat and spend the rest of the day narrating over the ship&#8217;s PA system, pointing out what you&#8217;re seeing and alerting passengers to whale sightings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The second option \u2014 the one we more adventurous types choose \u2014 is travelling independently. The gateway in this case is the tiny settlement of Gustavus, which is served by commercial flights from Juneau or by Alaska Marine Highway ferries. From the airport, a single 14-kilometre paved road leads to Bartlett Cove, the only spot in the entire enormous national park where you&#8217;ll find any semblance of civilisation, a bed, and a hot meal. If you&#8217;re already travelling around Alaska, be sure to search for cheap flights on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">comparison sites<\/a> \u2014 we often snag great deals on inter-Alaskan hops between Juneau, Sitka, and Anchorage. Flying from the UK, your best bet is usually to fly into Seattle or Anchorage via airlines like British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, or Icelandair, then connect on Alaska Airlines to Juneau.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The journey often involves a tiny prop plane that bounces around in the wind like a paper kite. But the aerial views of endless rainforests and labyrinthine fjords are absolutely worth the slightly queasy stomach. I&#8217;d strongly recommend packing some motion sickness tablets, even if turbulence doesn&#8217;t normally bother you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_and_how_much_it_all_costs\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_and_how_much_it_all_costs\">Where to stay and how much it all costs<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t opt for a cruise ship with a cabin included, you&#8217;ll need to sort accommodation well in advance. Capacity in Southeast Alaska is extremely limited, and during the peak summer season, everything tends to be hopelessly sold out a good six months ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group booking-box has-background\" style=\"border-radius:12px;background-color:#f0f7ff;padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-9ab1d7d3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:18px\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8F%A8_Recommended_hotels_in_Gustavus_Alaska\"><\/span>\ud83c\udfe8 Recommended hotels in Gustavus, Alaska<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Luxury:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Glacier%20Bay%20Lodge&amp;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Glacier Bay Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mid:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Annie%20Mae%20Lodge%20Gustavus&amp;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Annie Mae Lodge Gustavus<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Budget:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Bear%20Track%20Inn%20Gustavus&amp;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bear Track Inn Gustavus<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Browse <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Gustavus%20Alaska&amp;aid=2397601\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">all hotels in Gustavus, Alaska on Booking.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside Glacier Bay National Park itself, there is exactly one hotel: the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitglacierbay.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Glacier Bay Lodge<\/a> in Bartlett Cove. It has just over fifty rooms, so you can imagine how quickly they vanish. It&#8217;s a beautiful timber lodge nestled in the rainforest, from where small catamarans depart each morning for the glaciers. If you&#8217;re on a very tight budget and love sleeping outdoors, Bartlett Cove Campground is right next door and camping is free \u2014 but caravans are strictly prohibited and you need to arrive early enough to grab a spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you camp out here, you might be woken in the middle of the night by the odd snap of twigs. Your mind immediately conjures up an enormous bear, even though it often turns out to be a very curious fox. Trust me, camping in this wilderness is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Most independent travellers therefore combine their visit to the bay with a stay in the town of Sitka, which is the historic hub of the region and offers much better facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_accommodation_and_living_costs_in_Sitka\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_accommodation_and_living_costs_in_Sitka\">How much accommodation and living costs in Sitka<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alaska is definitely not a budget destination, and it&#8217;s important to plan for that. A standard double room in a decent hotel like the Sitka Hotel or Westmark Sitka will easily set you back \u20ac185\u2013260 per night in July. Food prices are also higher because everything has to be shipped in by boat or flown in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <strong>Mid-range budget:<\/strong> Accommodation in hotels like the Aspen Suites Hotel Sitka, including domestic flights, works out to roughly $1,700 (around \u20ac1,570) per person for a four-day stay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Eating out:<\/strong> A basic burger and chips at a pub will run you $20\u201325 (about \u20ac19\u201323), while a nicer seafood dinner easily exceeds $40 per person.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Excursions:<\/strong> A full-day boat trip from Bartlett Cove to the glaciers costs roughly $250 (around \u20ac230) per person \u2014 but honestly, it&#8217;s the single best investment you can make here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Car hire:<\/strong> We normally use comparison sites like <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"RentalCars.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/rentalcars-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">RentalCars<\/a>.com, though in Sitka and Gustavus you&#8217;d only need a car to drive a few kilometres. Most people get by with hotel transfers or on foot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Honestly, the budget for a trip like this can balloon quickly if you&#8217;re not careful. You can save money by occasionally picking up supplies from local supermarkets and making yourself a simple salmon sandwich on a bench by the harbour. Funnily enough, those moments \u2014 sitting there with a roll in hand, gazing out at the sea \u2014 end up being some of the very best of the whole holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glacier_Bay_and_Sitka_13_places_and_experiences_you_cant_miss\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glacier_Bay_and_Sitka_13_places_and_experiences_you_cant_miss\">Glacier Bay and Sitka: 13 places and experiences you can&#8217;t miss<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I remember standing there for the first time, completely lost for words \u2014 and believe me, that doesn&#8217;t happen to me very often. \ud83d\ude05 Here are thirteen places that make it all worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you opt for a leisurely stroll through town with a steaming cup of coffee in hand or set out on a rugged expedition to the vanishing glaciers, one thing is certain. Every corner of this wilderness holds a quiet, indescribable magic that burrows deep under your skin and never lets go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Margerie_Glacier_the_iconic_ice_wall\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Margerie_Glacier_the_iconic_ice_wall\">1. Margerie Glacier (the iconic ice wall)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve ever seen a photo from Glacier Bay, chances are it featured Margerie Glacier. It&#8217;s the absolute visual icon of the entire park \u2014 stretching an incredible 34 kilometres and plunging into the sea as a colossal wall of blue and white ice, over 60 metres high. Every time we sail up to it, we just stand silently on deck, staring at that immense mass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1323\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-detail.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of Margerie Glacier with cracking ice\" class=\"wp-image-169404\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-detail.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-detail-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-detail-700x452.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-detail-768x496.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-detail-1536x992.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-detail-696x450.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-detail-1392x899.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-margerie-detail-1920x1240.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Close-up of Margerie Glacier with cracking ice (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The ice here flows at roughly 1.8 metres per day, which in practice means one thing: something is always happening. Because the glacier doesn&#8217;t rest on the fjord floor but on an underwater ledge, blocks of ice tear away with an absolutely deafening roar and crash straight into the waves. This process is called calving, and it&#8217;s a spectacle guaranteed to give you goosebumps \u2014 the sound is like a massive thunderstorm or an explosion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a truly large piece breaks off, it takes a few seconds before that booming sound even reaches you. There&#8217;s a strange delay that utterly captivates you. I always pack an enormous flask of hot tea and happily freeze on deck for hours, just so I don&#8217;t miss that moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Johns_Hopkins_Glacier_home_of_seal_pups\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Johns_Hopkins_Glacier_home_of_seal_pups\">2. Johns Hopkins Glacier (home of seal pups)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the fastest-moving glacier in the park, advancing at four and a half metres per day, its surface streaked with dark bands of moraine that make it look like some kind of giant motorway. The local speciality here is underwater calving \u2014 huge blocks break off deep beneath the surface and then explosively shoot up like torpedoes, which means ship captains have to be extremely careful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1371\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/johns-hopkins-glacier-tuleni-mladata.jpg\" alt=\"Johns Hopkins Glacier in Glacier Bay, home of seal pups\" class=\"wp-image-169405\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/johns-hopkins-glacier-tuleni-mladata.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/johns-hopkins-glacier-tuleni-mladata-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/johns-hopkins-glacier-tuleni-mladata-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/johns-hopkins-glacier-tuleni-mladata-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/johns-hopkins-glacier-tuleni-mladata-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/johns-hopkins-glacier-tuleni-mladata-696x466.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/johns-hopkins-glacier-tuleni-mladata-1392x932.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/johns-hopkins-glacier-tuleni-mladata-1920x1286.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Johns Hopkins Glacier in Glacier Bay, home of seal pups (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>But there&#8217;s something else that makes this place truly extraordinary. In summer, thousands of harbour seals gather here, using the floating ice floes as safe, floating maternity wards. The floes protect both the mothers and their newborn pups from hungry orcas. To safeguard nursing mothers, cruise ships are strictly banned from entering the inlet from early May through early September \u2014 engine noise would frighten the mothers, which could mean certain death for the pups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors take home stacks of photos showing tiny seal pups like little white balls scattered across the ice. Occasionally they bark comically at each other, the sound carrying beautifully across the water. It&#8217;s no wonder the park service works so hard to protect this unique animal nursery from the outside world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Lamplugh_Glacier_intensely_blue_ice\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Lamplugh_Glacier_intensely_blue_ice\">3. Lamplugh Glacier (intensely blue ice)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While Margerie and Johns Hopkins trade on sheer drama, Lamplugh Glacier wins you over with its unbelievable colour. From a distance, it looks as though it&#8217;s radiating an intense blue neon glow. This optical phenomenon occurs because immense pressure forces all the air out of the ice, and the crystals then absorb every colour of the spectrum except blue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lamplugh-glacier-modry-led.jpg\" alt=\"Lamplugh Glacier with intensely blue ice\" class=\"wp-image-169407\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lamplugh-glacier-modry-led.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lamplugh-glacier-modry-led-300x58.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lamplugh-glacier-modry-led-700x136.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lamplugh-glacier-modry-led-768x149.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lamplugh-glacier-modry-led-1536x299.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lamplugh-glacier-modry-led-696x135.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lamplugh-glacier-modry-led-1392x271.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/lamplugh-glacier-modry-led-1920x374.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lamplugh Glacier with intensely blue ice (Photo: Diego Delso \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, Lamplugh is what&#8217;s known as a grounded glacier \u2014 it doesn&#8217;t sit directly in the water but on land, with the sea only lapping at its face during very high tides. It&#8217;s a phenomenal spot for photographers, because against the backdrop of the dark Fairweather Range mountains, that blue ice simply glows in the distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were standing right by it when the sun briefly peeked through heavy rain clouds and lit up the ice face. The colour was something I can barely describe \u2014 somewhere between sapphire and crushed ice drenched in blue syrup. Whatever you do, bring a proper camera, because phone photos simply can&#8217;t capture that depth of colour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Grand_Pacific_Glacier_the_unassuming_creator_of_the_bay\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Grand_Pacific_Glacier_the_unassuming_creator_of_the_bay\">4. Grand Pacific Glacier (the unassuming creator of the bay)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At first glance, you might think this glacier is nothing special, because it doesn&#8217;t look anything like those pristine white ones you see in documentaries. Grand Pacific actually resembles an enormous quarry \u2014 most of its surface is covered in rock, mud, and gravel. But don&#8217;t let its earthy appearance fool you, because this is the very colossus that carved out the entire Glacier Bay in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1152\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/grand-pacific-glacier-tvurce-zalivu.jpg\" alt=\"Grand Pacific Glacier, the unassuming creator of the bay\" class=\"wp-image-169408\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/grand-pacific-glacier-tvurce-zalivu.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/grand-pacific-glacier-tvurce-zalivu-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/grand-pacific-glacier-tvurce-zalivu-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/grand-pacific-glacier-tvurce-zalivu-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/grand-pacific-glacier-tvurce-zalivu-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/grand-pacific-glacier-tvurce-zalivu-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/grand-pacific-glacier-tvurce-zalivu-1392x783.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/grand-pacific-glacier-tvurce-zalivu-1920x1080.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Grand Pacific Glacier, the unassuming creator of the bay (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As recently as 1750, it filled the entire present-day bay as a single massive river of ice over a kilometre thick. In the span of just under three centuries, it has retreated an astonishing 105 kilometres deeper inland and today effectively forms the border between Alaska and Canada&#8217;s British Columbia. You stand before this enormous muddy wall and wonder how on earth this was once pure ice. Nature is quite literally rewriting the map right before your eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remarkably, when the first explorers ventured into this area, the glacier was in a completely different position than it is today. You can&#8217;t help but wonder how they felt, sailing into the unknown and seeing nothing but an endless wall of ice. It&#8217;s fascinating to witness in real time how such tremendous forces shape and transform our planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bartlett_Cove_the_only_slice_of_civilisation\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Bartlett_Cove_the_only_slice_of_civilisation\">5. Bartlett Cove (the only slice of civilisation)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re visiting the park independently from Gustavus, your entire life will revolve around Bartlett Cove. It&#8217;s a gorgeous spot in the heart of the rainforest where you&#8217;ll find the main visitor centre, park headquarters, and an excellent caf\u00e9 inside the Glacier Bay Lodge. We always love grabbing a hot coffee here before heading out into the rain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bartlett-cove-glacier-bay-civilizace.jpg\" alt=\"Beach at Bartlett Cove, the only slice of civilisation in Glacier Bay\" class=\"wp-image-169409\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bartlett-cove-glacier-bay-civilizace.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bartlett-cove-glacier-bay-civilizace-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bartlett-cove-glacier-bay-civilizace-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bartlett-cove-glacier-bay-civilizace-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bartlett-cove-glacier-bay-civilizace-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bartlett-cove-glacier-bay-civilizace-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bartlett-cove-glacier-bay-civilizace-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/bartlett-cove-glacier-bay-civilizace-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beach at Bartlett Cove, the only slice of civilisation in Glacier Bay (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bartlett Cove is also home to the only two maintained hiking trails in the entire park, so if you fancy stretching your legs, I&#8217;d definitely recommend the Forest Loop Trail. The route winds through dense spruce rainforest carpeted in soft moss and enormous ferns \u2014 you&#8217;ll feel a bit like you&#8217;ve stepped into Jurassic Park. Just stay alert, because moose and bears wander through here pretty regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were once lost in our thoughts when we suddenly heard heavy footsteps and cracking wood right next to us. Thankfully it was just a cow moose, who completely ignored us and carried on contentedly munching leaves. Our hearts were still pounding though, and we promptly started singing out loud to let the forest know we were there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Humpback_whale_watching_and_bubble-net_feeding\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Humpback_whale_watching_and_bubble_net_feeding\">6. Humpback whale watching and bubble-net feeding<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to the absence of commercial fishing, Glacier Bay is an absolute paradise for whales. During the summer, hundreds of humpbacks migrate here from the warm waters of Hawaii to feast after their long journey. If you&#8217;re lucky \u2014 and we&#8217;ve been lucky a few times \u2014 you&#8217;ll witness their mesmerising hunting technique known as &#8216;bubble-net feeding&#8217;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1410\" height=\"999\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-keporkak-skok.jpg\" alt=\"Humpback whale breaching in Glacier Bay\" class=\"wp-image-169410\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-keporkak-skok.jpg 1410w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-keporkak-skok-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-keporkak-skok-700x496.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-keporkak-skok-768x544.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-keporkak-skok-696x493.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-keporkak-skok-1392x986.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1410px) 100vw, 1410px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Humpback whale breaching in Glacier Bay (Photo: NPS \/ Wikimedia Commons, Public domain)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s how it works: a group of whales coordinate, blowing a ring of bubbles underwater to trap a huge shoal of fish inside a kind of cylindrical net, then surge upward together with their mouths gaping wide right through the centre. It&#8217;s an absolutely jaw-dropping display of animal cooperation. On the surface, you&#8217;ll also spot sea otters, which regularly float on their backs and crack open shellfish on their bellies with a stone. They&#8217;re impossibly cute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a whale exhales its massive spout on the surface, it comes with a characteristic fishy odour that hits your nose before you even see the animal. 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A basic double room in July easily costs \u20ac200-280 per night.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">from \u20ac200-280\/night<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Sea_kayaking_among_the_ice_floes\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Sea_kayaking_among_the_ice_floes\">7. Sea kayaking among the ice floes<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is probably the best tip for those of you who crave real adventure and don&#8217;t mind getting a bit wet. A kayak rental operates right at Bartlett Cove, and the bay looks completely different from the water&#8217;s surface than it does from the deck of a big ship. Suddenly you realise just how incredibly small you are against those mountains and glaciers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry.jpg\" alt=\"Sea kayak among ice floes in Glacier Bay\" class=\"wp-image-169411\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry-1392x1044.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/glacier-bay-morsky-kajak-ledove-kry-1920x1440.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sea kayak among ice floes in Glacier Bay (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A hugely popular service here is the &#8220;camper drop-off.&#8221; In practice, the morning boat loads you up along with your kayak and tent and deposits you dozens of kilometres deep in the wilderness, leaving you to your own devices. You can then spend days paddling among floating ice near Reid Glacier, sleeping on deserted beaches, listening to nothing but the swish of water and the occasional whale&#8217;s breath. Just make sure you bring proper waterproof hiking boots and pack everything in dry bags, because as I&#8217;ve said \u2014 it rains here all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sitting in a fragile little kayak while chunks of ice the size of a small car drift past you takes some seriously steady nerves. Trying to take photos and paddle at the same time can easily end in a very unwelcome and freezing cold swim. If you go for it, definitely take the time to plan your route carefully \u2014 your reward will be total, uninterrupted freedom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Sitka_National_Historical_Park_a_rainforest_of_totems\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Sitka_National_Historical_Park_a_rainforest_of_totems\">8. Sitka National Historical Park (a rainforest of totems)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When we shift from Glacier Bay to nearby Sitka \u2014 as many travellers naturally do \u2014 your first stop should be the local historical park. Entry is free, and it offers a beautiful, roughly two-kilometre flat trail through the rainforest, lined with stunning wooden totem poles carved by the indigenous Tlingit people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sitka-totem-square-narodni-park.jpg\" alt=\"Totem Square in Sitka, a rainforest full of totems\" class=\"wp-image-169414\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sitka-totem-square-narodni-park.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sitka-totem-square-narodni-park-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sitka-totem-square-narodni-park-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sitka-totem-square-narodni-park-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sitka-totem-square-narodni-park-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sitka-totem-square-narodni-park-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sitka-totem-square-narodni-park-1392x928.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/sitka-totem-square-narodni-park-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Totem Square in Sitka, a rainforest full of totems (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This very spot was the site of the famous 1804 battle in which the Tlingit tribe fell to Russian settlers, an event that changed the face of Alaska for decades. Walking among the towering, dripping trees while carved eagle and bear faces gaze down at you from every direction is an atmosphere of incredible mystery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With every step along those well-kept paths, a profound stillness washes over you \u2014 even though the local history is, at times, quite wild and bloody. The totems themselves hold entire family stories and mythological legends. I love coming here early in the morning, when wisps of mist still linger between the trees and the whole place looks like something from an ancient fairy tale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Fortress_of_the_Bear_rescuing_orphaned_cubs\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Fortress_of_the_Bear_rescuing_orphaned_cubs\">9. Fortress of the Bear (rescuing orphaned cubs)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Seeing a bear in the wild is an amazing experience, but let&#8217;s be honest \u2014 it doesn&#8217;t always happen, and not everyone is keen to come face-to-face with one on a deserted forest trail. In Sitka, make sure you visit <a href=\"https:\/\/fortressofthebear.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Fortress of the Bear<\/a>, a wonderful rescue centre for orphaned bear cubs that wouldn&#8217;t have survived in the wild on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1372\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fortress-of-the-bear-sitka-zachrana.jpg\" alt=\"Fortress of the Bear in Sitka, rescuing orphaned cubs\" class=\"wp-image-169415\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fortress-of-the-bear-sitka-zachrana.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fortress-of-the-bear-sitka-zachrana-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fortress-of-the-bear-sitka-zachrana-700x469.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fortress-of-the-bear-sitka-zachrana-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fortress-of-the-bear-sitka-zachrana-1536x1029.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fortress-of-the-bear-sitka-zachrana-696x466.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fortress-of-the-bear-sitka-zachrana-1392x933.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/fortress-of-the-bear-sitka-zachrana-1920x1286.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fortress of the Bear in Sitka, rescuing orphaned cubs (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A fun fact: the enclosures were built inside the huge empty tanks of a former pulp mill, so the animals have plenty of space and you can safely watch them from an elevated platform as they swim or play. In peak season, definitely buy your tickets online in advance \u2014 the moment a cruise ship pulls in, enormous queues form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was an incredibly emotional experience for me, especially when the handlers share the stories of each individual furry resident who wouldn&#8217;t have stood a chance in the wild after losing its mother. You&#8217;ll sometimes see bears wrestling with enormous enthusiasm over an old tyre, or just lazily chewing on a paw. It&#8217;s wonderful to see that tourist money can fund such meaningful and vital projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Alaska_Raptor_Center_the_eagle_clinic\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Alaska_Raptor_Center_the_eagle_clinic\">10. Alaska Raptor Center (the eagle clinic)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a stone&#8217;s throw from the bear fortress sits another brilliant rescue project, this time dedicated to birds. The <a href=\"https:\/\/alaskaraptor.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Alaska Raptor Center<\/a> operates as a rehabilitation clinic primarily for injured bald eagles, receiving roughly 200 birds each year. Many have collided with power lines or been hit by cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna.jpg\" alt=\"Handler with a snowy owl at the Alaska Raptor Center in Sitka\" class=\"wp-image-169416\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna-1392x1044.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/alaska-raptor-center-sova-snezna-1920x1440.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Handler with a snowy owl at the Alaska Raptor Center in Sitka (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>They have an enormous flight training hall where eagles practise flying again before being released back into the wild. Those that sadly can&#8217;t return due to permanent injuries live in large outdoor aviaries and serve as avian ambassadors. Standing face-to-face with a majestic eagle is an experience that roots you to <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Spot\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/the-spot-2\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">the spot<\/a>. \ud83d\ude01 You won&#8217;t forget it in a hurry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their piercing gaze seems to look straight into your soul, and up close, they&#8217;re staggeringly large and regal. The clinic does truly incredible work, and besides bald eagles, you&#8217;ll also encounter various owls and falcons that the carers patiently feed with tweezers. If you love birds, set aside an entire afternoon for this place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Saint_Michaels_Cathedral_and_Sitkas_Russian_heritage\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Saint_Michaels_Cathedral_and_Sitkas_Russian_heritage\">11. Saint Michael&#8217;s Cathedral and Sitka&#8217;s Russian heritage<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sitka is a town that catches you off guard at first glance, because its centrepiece looks as though it&#8217;s been airlifted straight from Moscow. Right in the middle of the main crossroads stands the unmissable Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St Michael, complete with its distinctive onion domes. The original 19th-century building sadly burned down in the 1960s, but the townspeople managed to rescue the precious icons and rebuilt the church.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/saint-michael-cathedral-sitka.jpg\" alt=\"Saint Michael&#039;s Cathedral in Sitka, Russian heritage\" class=\"wp-image-169418\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/saint-michael-cathedral-sitka.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/saint-michael-cathedral-sitka-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/saint-michael-cathedral-sitka-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/saint-michael-cathedral-sitka-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/saint-michael-cathedral-sitka-696x1044.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Saint Michael&#8217;s Cathedral in Sitka, Russian heritage (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Between 1808 and 1867, Sitka served as the capital of Russian America and was known as Novo-Arkhangelsk. The historic Russian Bishop&#8217;s House is definitely worth a visit \u2014 it&#8217;s managed by park rangers and is one of the oldest Russian structures in the United States, reportedly built without a single nail, which sounds utterly unbelievable. And if you still have the energy, climb the small hill of Castle Hill, where the official transfer of Alaska to the United States took place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The whole town is full of unexpected contrasts \u2014 Orthodox crosses mingling with a modern American harbour and indigenous culture. Sometimes it&#8217;s enough to just wander the streets, soak up that remarkable blend, and imagine what it must have been like when the fur trade was booming and this place was the centre of everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Indian_River_Trail_a_trail_teeming_with_salmon\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Indian_River_Trail_a_trail_teeming_with_salmon\">12. Indian River Trail (a trail teeming with salmon)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a free afternoon in Sitka and want to get out for a proper walk, the trail along Indian River is probably our favourite pick for a more relaxed day. It&#8217;s a shade over four kilometres through dense forest, ending at the rather lovely Indian River Falls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The real reason to come here, though, arrives in autumn. The river is absolutely packed with spawning salmon making their way upstream. And where there are thousands of salmon, there are inevitably bears \u2014 so on this hike you genuinely need to make a lot of noise. A bear bell on your rucksack isn&#8217;t just for laughs here; it&#8217;s essential prevention. We chat, clap, and occasionally even sing to make sure we don&#8217;t surprise any furry friend around a bend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watching those fish fight with every ounce of strength against the current in desperately shallow water, battered and utterly exhausted, is a powerful display of raw instinct. And honestly, the smell of all those fish in various stages of decomposition is a far cry from a French perfumery. But this is Alaska at its purest and most raw, and it&#8217;s exactly this kind of thing that draws us all here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Mt_Verstovia_for_those_who_want_a_challenge\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Mt_Verstovia_for_those_who_want_a_challenge\">13. Mt Verstovia (for those who want a challenge)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The last tip is for those of you with solid fitness who want to earn the best possible views over the entire bay, dotted with tiny islands. Mt Verstovia is a fairly gruelling 5-kilometre trail with a brutal 760 metres of elevation gain, so it&#8217;ll cost you plenty of sweat and perhaps a few choice words before you scramble to the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Verstovia above Sitka, for adventurous hikers\" class=\"wp-image-169419\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup-1392x1044.jpg 1392w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/mount-verstovia-sitka-vystup-1920x1440.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mount Verstovia above Sitka, for adventurous hikers (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The path climbs steeply through rainforest, sometimes requiring you to clamber over roots and push through scrub, but when you finally reach the viewpoint known as Picnic Rock, you&#8217;ll understand why it was all worth it. You&#8217;ll see all of Sitka laid out before you, the volcanic cone of Mt. Edgecumbe on the horizon, and the deep blue ocean waters far below. Just make sure to bring a warm jacket, because it&#8217;s usually incredibly windy up top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trudging up those endless root-formed steps, there are moments when you&#8217;d love nothing more than to turn around and head to a caf\u00e9 for something sweet. But if you reach the summit just as the clouds part, you&#8217;ll forget every aching muscle. Definitely bring trekking poles too, because the descent is arguably even harder on the knees than the climb up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_eat_in_Sitka\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_eat_in_Sitka\">Where to eat in Sitka<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After a full day in the rain, we&#8217;re always ravenous, and after all those adventures you absolutely deserve a good dinner. \ud83d\ude09 Here are our favourite finds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For local seafood, the absolute number one is <a href=\"https:\/\/beakrestaurant.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Beak Restaurant<\/a>. The food is fantastic, and the interesting thing is they categorically refuse tips because they pay their staff a fair wage upfront. The laid-back atmosphere over a massive plate of halibut really does the trick. If you&#8217;re after something a bit more refined and manage to snag a reservation, try Ludvig&#8217;s Bistro. They have a small, incredibly cosy space and serve wonderful Mediterranean cuisine using Alaskan ingredients \u2014 their seafood chowder is famous far and wide. It&#8217;s the ideal spot to order a superb meal with a glass of good wine and simply unwind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you fancy a quick classic and a great pint, head to the Bayview Pub \u2014 a thoroughly authentic Alaskan watering hole where you can tuck into excellent fish and chips and wash it down with beer from a local brewery. If you&#8217;ve got kids in tow or a craving for Italian, Mean Queen Pizza is your lifesaver \u2014 they do genuinely good pizza and have a lovely view of the harbour. And for your morning kickstart? Definitely Highliner Coffee, where all the local commercial fishermen in their wellies come for breakfast and a brew. It&#8217;s got a wonderfully gritty atmosphere. I&#8217;d recommend ordering their speciality roast and just watching the buzz around you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_go_next\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_go_next\">Where to go next<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re currently planning an Alaska trip and gathering tips for other great destinations in the area, be sure to check out our other published articles, where we cover specific places in much more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;re constantly adding new insights from our travels, because Alaska is simply too vast to cover in a single visit. Trust me \u2014 the moment you first set foot here, you&#8217;ll already be planning your next expedition on the flight home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  Want to read more about how cruise ships work? Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/alaska-cruise-complete-guide\/\">Alaska Cruise Guide<\/a>, where we untangle the whole logistical maze.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  Curious about what else Alaska&#8217;s capital has to offer? We&#8217;ve put together an awesome <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/juneau-aljaska\/\">Juneau guide<\/a> for you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  And if you&#8217;re planning to spend more time among Russian history and totem poles, don&#8217;t miss our detailed article on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/sitka-aljaska\/\">things to see in Sitka<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_and_tricks_before_travelling_to_Alaska\"><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_and_tricks_before_travelling_to_Alaska\">Tips and tricks before travelling to Alaska<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning a trip to such a remote corner of the world can be pretty stressful, because you simply don&#8217;t know exactly what to expect once you&#8217;re there. Over the years, we&#8217;ve come to rely on a handful of tried-and-tested services and tricks that save us not just money, but crucially, time and nerves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The foundation of everything is solid preparation from the comfort of home, whether that&#8217;s buying flights or securing a reliable connection to the rest of the world. Here are three things without which our northern adventures would be far more complicated \u2014 and honestly, a lot riskier. UK citizens don&#8217;t need a visa for stays under 90 days but must apply for an ESTA before departure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <strong>Cheap flights:<\/strong> Flight comparison works well even up here in the north. Search for deals on sites that cover Alaskan domestic hops \u2014 especially handy for connecting between Juneau, Sitka, and Anchorage. From the UK, look for connecting flights via Seattle or Anchorage on airlines like British Airways, Icelandair, or Condor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Travel insurance for the edge of the world:<\/strong> In Alaska, you never know what might happen. For wilderness trips, we always go with comprehensive travel insurance \u2014 do your research and make sure it covers emergency evacuation, which is essential in such remote areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Mobile data even in the rainforest:<\/strong> Want to send photos home the moment you land? Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/holafly-esim-review-travel\/\">our review of <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Holafly\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/holafly\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Holafly<\/a><\/a>, which keeps us connected even in the most remote places thanks to eSIM technology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300000000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jak_se_dostat_do_narodniho_parku_Glacier_Bay\"><\/span>Jak se dostat do n\u00e1rodn\u00edho parku Glacier Bay?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Do parku nevedou \u017e\u00e1dn\u00e9 silnice, tak\u017ee jedinou mo\u017enost\u00ed je doprava po vod\u011b nebo vzduchem. V\u011bt\u0161ina n\u00e1v\u0161t\u011bvn\u00edk\u016f p\u0159ij\u00ed\u017ed\u00ed na palub\u011b velk\u00fdch v\u00fdletn\u00edch lod\u00ed (cruise ships), kter\u00e9 parkem pouze proplouvaj\u00ed bez mo\u017enosti vystoupit na pevninu. Individu\u00e1ln\u00ed cestovatel\u00e9 mohou vyu\u017e\u00edt <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"FerryScanner\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/ferryscanner\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">trajekt<\/a> ze syst\u00e9mu Alaska Marine Highway nebo mal\u00e9 letadlo z Juneau do osady Gustavus, odkud je to jen kousek do n\u00e1v\u0161t\u011bvnick\u00e9ho centra v Bartlett Cove.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300000001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kolik_stoji_plavba_do_Glacier_Bay_a_proc_je_omezeny_pocet_lodi\"><\/span>Kolik stoj\u00ed plavba do Glacier Bay a pro\u010d je omezen\u00fd po\u010det lod\u00ed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Cena za v\u00edcedenn\u00ed plavbu (cruise) na Alja\u0161ku se obvykle pohybuje od 800 do 2500 USD na osobu v z\u00e1vislosti na typu kajuty a konkr\u00e9tn\u00ed lodn\u00ed spole\u010dnosti. Kv\u016fli p\u0159\u00edsn\u00e9 ochran\u011b m\u00edstn\u00edho ekosyst\u00e9mu plat\u00ed v parku z\u00e1kaz nadm\u011brn\u00e9ho provozu a denn\u00ed limit je stanoven na pouh\u00fdch 153 lod\u00ed celkem. Z tohoto po\u010dtu sm\u00ed do z\u00e1livu vplout pouze dv\u011b velk\u00e9 v\u00fdletn\u00ed lod\u011b denn\u011b, proto b\u00fdvaj\u00ed tyto plavby vyprodan\u00e9 dlouho dop\u0159edu.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300000002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kdy_je_nejlepsi_doba_pro_navstevu_Glacier_Bay\"><\/span>Kdy je nejlep\u0161\u00ed doba pro n\u00e1v\u0161t\u011bvu Glacier Bay?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Hlavn\u00ed turistick\u00e1 sez\u00f3na prob\u00edh\u00e1 od konce kv\u011btna do za\u010d\u00e1tku z\u00e1\u0159\u00ed, kdy je v oblasti nejteplej\u0161\u00ed po\u010das\u00ed a nejdel\u0161\u00ed dny. B\u011bhem t\u011bchto letn\u00edch m\u011bs\u00edc\u016f se denn\u00ed teploty pohybuj\u00ed pr\u016fm\u011brn\u011b mezi 10 a 15 \u00b0C a je nejv\u011bt\u0161\u00ed \u0161ance na pozorov\u00e1n\u00ed aktivn\u00edho odlamov\u00e1n\u00ed ledovc\u016f. Mimo tuto sez\u00f3nu je park pro b\u011b\u017en\u00e9 turisty prakticky nedostupn\u00fd a v\u011bt\u0161ina n\u00e1v\u0161t\u011bvnick\u00fdch slu\u017eeb je zcela uzav\u0159ena.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300000003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ktere_ledovce_v_Glacier_Bay_jsou_nejznamejsi\"><\/span>Kter\u00e9 ledovce v Glacier Bay jsou nejzn\u00e1m\u011bj\u0161\u00ed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>K nejvyhled\u00e1van\u011bj\u0161\u00edm pat\u0159\u00ed p\u0159\u00edlivov\u00fd ledovec Margerie Glacier, kter\u00fd je proslul\u00fd svou aktivitou a \u010dast\u00fdm odlamov\u00e1n\u00edm obrovsk\u00fdch kus\u016f ledu p\u0159\u00edmo do oce\u00e1nu. Dal\u0161\u00edm ohromuj\u00edc\u00edm \u00fakazem je Johns Hopkins Glacier, ke kter\u00e9mu se v\u0161ak lod\u011b kv\u016fli ochran\u011b hn\u00edzd\u00edc\u00edch tule\u0148\u016f mohou p\u0159ibl\u00ed\u017eit jen na v\u011bt\u0161\u00ed vzd\u00e1lenost. Celkov\u011b se v n\u00e1rodn\u00edm parku nach\u00e1z\u00ed v\u00edce ne\u017e 1000 ledovc\u016f, z nich\u017e n\u011bkolik des\u00edtek dosahuje a\u017e k mo\u0159sk\u00e9 hladin\u011b.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300000004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jaka_zvirata_mohu_behem_plavby_parkem_videt\"><\/span>Jak\u00e1 zv\u00ed\u0159ata mohu b\u011bhem plavby parkem vid\u011bt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Glacier Bay je jedn\u00edm z nejlep\u0161\u00edch m\u00edst na sv\u011bt\u011b pro pozorov\u00e1n\u00ed keporkak\u016f (velryb), kte\u0159\u00ed sem v l\u00e9t\u011b p\u0159iplouvaj\u00ed za potravou. Na plovouc\u00edch ledov\u00fdch kr\u00e1ch \u010dasto odpo\u010d\u00edvaj\u00ed tuleni obecn\u00ed a p\u0159i tro\u0161e \u0161t\u011bst\u00ed lze spat\u0159it i kosatky, mo\u0159sk\u00e9 vydry nebo lachtany. Na pob\u0159e\u017e\u00ed se nav\u00edc b\u011b\u017en\u011b pohybuj\u00ed medv\u011bdi hn\u011bd\u00ed i \u010dern\u00ed a na strm\u00fdch \u00fatesech hn\u00edzd\u00ed papuchalci a orli b\u011blohlav\u00ed.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300000005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Da_se_v_narodnim_parku_Glacier_Bay_kempovat\"><\/span>D\u00e1 se v n\u00e1rodn\u00edm parku Glacier Bay kempovat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ano, jedin\u00e9 ofici\u00e1ln\u00ed a udr\u017eovan\u00e9 kempingov\u00e9 m\u00edsto se nach\u00e1z\u00ed v Bartlett Cove nedaleko n\u00e1v\u0161t\u011bvnick\u00e9ho centra. Kempov\u00e1n\u00ed je zde zdarma, ale vy\u017eaduje se p\u0159edchoz\u00ed registrace a absolvov\u00e1n\u00ed povinn\u00e9ho \u0161kolen\u00ed o bezpe\u010dnosti kv\u016fli v\u0161udyp\u0159\u00edtomn\u00fdm medv\u011bd\u016fm. Zku\u0161en\u00ed dobrodruzi mohou po z\u00edsk\u00e1n\u00ed povolen\u00ed vyrazit i na divok\u00e9 kempov\u00e1n\u00ed (backcountry camping) pod\u00e9l odlehl\u00e9ho pob\u0159e\u017e\u00ed cel\u00e9ho z\u00e1livu.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780300000006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Existuje_levnejsi_alternativa_k_plavbe_do_Glacier_Bay\"><\/span>Existuje levn\u011bj\u0161\u00ed alternativa k plavb\u011b do Glacier Bay?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Pokud je pro v\u00e1s plavba do Glacier Bay p\u0159\u00edli\u0161 drah\u00e1 nebo jsou lod\u011b ji\u017e vyprodan\u00e9, skv\u011blou a cenov\u011b dostupn\u011bj\u0161\u00ed alternativou je fjord Tracy Arm. Tento \u00fazk\u00fd ledovcov\u00fd z\u00e1liv le\u017e\u00ed ji\u017en\u011b od Juneau a nab\u00edz\u00ed podobn\u011b \u00fachvatn\u00e9 scen\u00e9rie se strm\u00fdmi \u00fatesy a majest\u00e1tn\u00edmi ledovci Sawyer. V\u00fdlety men\u0161\u00edmi lod\u011bmi do Tracy Arm lze snadno zakoupit jako jednodenn\u00ed exkurzi p\u0159\u00edmo z p\u0159\u00edstavu v Juneau.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska \u2014 a UNESCO paradise of 16 glaciers accessible only by boat. Margerie and Johns Hopkins calve into the sea, humpbacks breach in the bay, and the park limits vessels to 153 per day. Practical 2026 guide: how to get there, when to go, and how much it costs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":169403,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Glacier Bay Alaska: UNESCO Park With No Roads (2026)","rank_math_description":"Glacier Bay Alaska \u2014 a UNESCO paradise of 16 glaciers accessible only by boat. 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