The Inside Passage

Southeastern Alaska offers intrepid photographers unparalleled opportunities. An expert gives some insight on how to get the shots.

Text And Photography By Ralph Lee Hopkins

Hearing the haunting cries of bald eagles perched along the rocky shore, following bear tracks through the soft quiet of a mossy rain forest or feeling (and smelling) the point-blank blow of a humpback whale—these are rare moments. Of the many thousands of people who travel to southeastern Alaska each summer, most leave without truly experiencing its wildness.

The best way to experience and photograph the wildness of southeastern Alaska is on a small boat or expedition ship. These well-equipped vessels are the ideal platform for photographers. Most are outfitted with inflatable Zodiac landing craft for exploring remote places, and some have sea kayaks for getting an even more intimate look.

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