1. Cruise through the web site and explore our beautiful vessels. Be sure to click through on the photos to receive intimate details about each yacht.

2. Next, fill out the on-line form that identifies your charter preferences.

3. Our friendly staff will contact you immediately to answer further questions you may have and to identify availability.

4. Naturally you’ll want to discuss the adventure. This is where our experts come in. We’ll ask you questions pertaining to your preferences for activities, type of charter desired (Crewed or Captain Only) and geographic preferences. Together we’ll formulate your trip of a lifetime that will both match your dream and your budget.

5. Once the type of charter, dates and adventure have been determined, you will be forwarded a customized contract that identifies a payment schedule along with information outlining the obligation of Charter Brokers of Alaska LLC and yourself.

6. At the time of booking you will be offered trip cancellation and interruption insurance. If purchased within 14 days of purchasing your charter, it will cover pre-existing health issues. For more information please go to our LINKS page and click on to Travelex Insurance.

7. Our staff will work with you on food requirements/limitations, recommended clothing, pre- post- charter adventures, and necessary licencing or permits.

8. The Captain will contact you just prior to the charter to detail the prearranged preferences. We value your patronage and look forward to making your adventure a dream come true.

The typical charter period is 6 days and 5 nights. Customized charter times can be arranged. We will get you ‘up close and personal’ with some of the most awesome scenery our planet offers. Arrangements for kayaking and other activities can be accommodated. You’ll see spectacular glaciers, whales playing or feeding, dolphins following the boat, view bears and other wildlife. Our captains know the special places that will make your voyage unforgettable. At your anchorage at the end of the day, you can pull up a crab pot and enjoy the catch as you sit back and take in the beauty of a pristine cove in the Southeast Alaskan wilderness.

This is where we make your adventure customized to suit your desires. Once we talk with you and learn your preferences we will make recommendations to suit your adventure. You can participate as much as you wish or take the time to breathe in the freshness of the cleanest air in the world.

Our charters in Southeast Alaska are open to take you anywhere within the Inside Passage. Call us today to set up your dream of a lifetime.

Day 1 ~ Depart Juneau at 8:00 a.m. heading south through Gastineau Channel into Stephens Passage and anchoring up at Taku Harbor. This is a good spot to view the black bear on the beach and set a crab pot.

Day 2 ~ After checking the crab pot, head for Tracy Arm to experience the magnificent twin Sawyer Glaciers. View the floating icebergs, waterfalls, the active tidewater glaciers, and keep watch for the abundance of marine and wildlife: seals, whales, birds and bears. An early arrival at Gambier Bay will allow for halibut fishing. If you bring SCUBA gear, there's a 100 year old wreck to explore.

Day 3 ~ Drink in the scenery as we approach Pybus Bay on Admiralty Island, known as the "Fortress of the Bears," then on to Murder Cove, an old cannery site. Destination is Baranof Warm Springs on Baranof Island. For those inspired to renew their vows or who are planning a marriage, this is just the spot. Let the captain know ahead of time so he can be properly prepared to conduct the ceremony. There's a wonderful boardwalk that takes you through the flora and fauna to Baranof Lake for a memorable picnic and then a nice soak in the hot springs.

Day 4 ~ Native Alaskans have a saying, "When the tide is out...the table is set." As we move into Hood Bay, on Admiralty Island, you might possibly have an opportunity to view the diner table and those partaking, Brown bears.

Day 5~ Legends and stories will be the hallmark of the day as you are taken up the pristine waters and alongside the forest primeval into Mitchell Bay with a Tlingit elder.

Day 6 ~ A day up Chatham Straight, one of the premier Humpback and Orca feeding areas, stopping at Funter Bay. View the old Aleut graveyard, catch a fish, do a little hiking.

Day 7 ~Reluctantly return to Juneau with memories that will last a lifetime.

If you wish to fish or drop a crab pot, a sport fishing license in required. You can purchase your fishing license and king salmon stamp online by clicking here or call toll-free 1-877-9FISHAK. Sport Fishing Regulations can be found online by clicking here. For additional information on fishing in Southeast Alaska including: bag limits and seasonal availability, call the Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game, Sport Fishing Division’s Regional office at (907) 465-4270. For more information please click here to visit our Fishing Information page.

TYPES OF CHARTERS

Captain-Only Charters are designed to give the client full control in the galley. The charterer will provision the boat with foodstuffs and ice for passengers and crew. The vessel will return to the agreed upon port with all fluids topped off and the interior cleaned to the condition it was in at the time of boarding. We will clean the linens. The skipper’s sole responsibilities are the safety and operation of the vessel, to provide the benefit of his or her locale knowledge, and provide advice and input when and where needed. You do the choosing.

Crewed Charters are encouraged for those wanting to experience the richness of the journey without the hassles of light housekeeping, meal planning, preparation or cleanup. We will consult with you, prior to your charter, on food preferences, menus, and dietary requirements and limitations.

Sport Fishing Charters are customized for the avid fisherman. Our vessels are loaded with fishing gear, bait, ice and knowledgeable captains who know the waters and where the fish hang out. The Sport Fishing Charter is priced at a different rate than the recreational charters mentioned above due to the careful handling and preparations of the catch.

DURATION OF CHARTERS

Typical Charters are set up on a 6 day, 5 night schedule. The day commences early in the morning, and ends by 5:00 p.m. 6 days later. Customized charter times can be arranged. (i.e., depart Monday at 8:00 a.m. return Saturday 5:00 p.m.)

VESSEL CHOICES

Our fleet includes a variety of vessels carefully chosen for their purpose and inspected to insure their suitability. They are completely outfitted with everything needed for your charter ~ down to the matches for the barbecue.

CAPTAINS OF THE FLEET

Our captains are carefully chosen for their knowledge and skills, and vetted for qualifications and required licenses. Our experienced skippers know their craft and will make your charter experience special with their local knowledge, lore and stories. They know the waters, the locality, the safe and special places to anchor, where to sight whales, bears, and where to go to fish.

RESERVATIONS

Your reservation is held for 14 calendar days pending receipt of your 30% confirming deposit. The balance is due 45 days before the start date of the charter. Reservations made within 60 days of departure requires payment in full to confirm. Payment may be made by personal check.

CANCELLATIONS

Over 120 days before the charter, the booking deposit will be returned less $200. Less than 120 days, the booking deposit will be retained. All monies are retained in the event of cancellation less than 60 days before the charter. Exception: if CBA can rebook the charter at the same rate, or pro-rata, then the entire amount paid will be refunded, or pro-rata if less. In the unlikely event that Charter Brokers of Alaska, LLC cancels a charter due to a mechanical breakdown or due to weather, you will receive a full refund of all monies paid to us.

VESSEL INSURANCE

Each vessel in our fleet carries $1,000,000 in P&I coverage for the passengers. The vessel policy will cover the first $10,000 in medical expenses incurred while on board.

RETURN OF DEPOSIT

A cleaning/damage deposit is due at time of charter. Assuming no claims for damages or additional cleaning expenses, we will issue the return of deposit postmarked no later than 14 days following the conclusion of the charter. This time period is required to secure estimates and receive billing in the event of claims.

CHANGES OF SCHEDULE & CREW

If the charterer needs to change a scheduled trip, we will make every effort to accommodate that change, subject to the limitation of other scheduled trips. We reserve the right to make changes in our schedules for any reason before the charter; or at any time when necessary for the safety of the guests. In the event of mechanical breakdown, CBA reserves the right to make a timely substitute to another boat of comparable or superior size and quality. We also reserve the right to change or substitute crew members.

MEALS

Experience the rich abundance of our natural resources in seafood delicacies and other culinary specialties derived from native born plants and berries. You will be consulted prior to the charter regarding your food requirements or limitations and preferences.

CLOTHING

There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing. In Southeast it is best to dress in layers. It is also suggested that you have good rain gear, boots, hat, gloves. Information on recommended clothing will be given to you prior to the trip, to make your journey exceptionally sweet.

Travelex Trip Cancellation/Interruption insurance begins immediately and is active until you return home. It protects you from trip interruption or cancellation, illness or that of a family member as well as inclement weather. Children under 15 traveling with an adult are covered at no charge. It also covers loss of employment. If purchased within 14 days of booking the charter it also covers preexisting health conditions. Please go to our LINKS page and click onto Travelex for more information.

If you are inclined to sea sickness there are remedies available. We suggest you try one at home prior to your trip.

Here's the list of remedies in order of effectiveness:

SCOPOLAMINE:

For the absolutely "I always get sea sick" folks. This remedy is also referred to as "the patch" and can be obtained by prescription from your doctor. It looks like a little round Band-Aid and is worn behind your ear. There are a certain percentage of people who have adverse side effects to this medication. We highly suggest that if you're using this remedy for the first time, try using one at home first.

BONINE®:

This is the best over-the-counter, pill remedy. Highly recommended! However, you need to get this medication working in your system well in advance. The biggest mistake people make with pill form remedies is that they take their first dose either right before or right after entering the "open ocean" portion of the excursion. Sea sick prone people usually spew these pills out before they can take effect. For maximum effectiveness, take one dose of Bonine® the night before we plan to enter "open ocean" and another dose in the morning when you wake up. For multiple days, don't forget to keep up with the recommended dosage.

DRAMAMINE®:

This is probably the most well-known of remedies. You should try this at home first since it does cause "sleepiness".

SEA BAND®:

These are pressure point therapy wrist bands. Most people discount this remedy because it "sounds" like a gimmick. People who have actually used the band will swear that it works. The nice thing about this remedy is that it can be added along with any of the other remedies without conflict.

We hope this helps and have a great adventure!!