6 Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Alaska Trip

An Alaskan vacation is one of the most amazing experiences, but before you just head up to see some of the most remote wilderness, best fishing, and incredible wildlife in the U.S., it’s important to understand what your trip will entail. Asking the right questions will help you find the best lodging and guides to see all that Alaska has to offer.

Q: What part of Alaska should I stay in?

A: There isn’t really a bad part of Alaska, but different regions definitely offer different things to see and do. The most famous area of Alaska is probably the Inside Passage. It’s the route that many cruise ships take because it winds through the bays and islands along the southeastern ridge of the state, just west of Canada and north of Washington state. The city of Juneau is in this region, and is the easiest place to catch a flight from the lower 48 when you want to get to Alaska.

The water gives way to coastal mountain ranges with plenty of wildlife to see, and with lots of opportunities to get on the water with kayaking and boating or go on land for a hike. This is also a very popular area for fishing trips. The Pacific Ocean waters are rich with several types of salmon, halibut, cod, and more.

Q: What kind of accommodations are best?

The type of accommodations you want depends a lot on your personal preferences, but it’s important to note that much of the lodging in Alaska is “rugged.” If you prefer this type of lodging, that’s great. But if you are hoping for something that more closely resembles a five-star hotel you definitely need to pay attention and book carefully.

Pybus Point Lodge is one of only a few resort-style facilities that you can book for fishing. It is also one of only a handful of all-inclusive resorts that offers:

• Chef-prepared and made-to-order gourmet meals
• Comfortable bedding
• Thermostat-controlled temperatures
• Professionally-guided tours with all the fishing gear you need for up to 8 hours a day
• WiFi connection
• Movies and entertainment
• Guided excursions
• Vacuum sealing and packing for up to 50 pounds of fish you want to take home

Q: What’s included with the price of my stay?

There is a wide variety of lodging types in Alaska, and it’s important to understand what comes with the price you pay before you book your trip. Some accommodations will be typical hotels, which offer a place to sleep and basics like maid service. It will be up to you to book your own tours and excursions, transportation to remote locations by seaplane, and to have all the gear and other things you need for fishing, hiking, and kayaking (or find a place to rent it nearby).

Some remote lodging facilities will get you closer to nature but you will definitely not feel like you’re staying at a resort. For those who love the idea of “roughing it” you will find no shortage of opportunities in Alaska.

Pybus Point is unique because it offers the best of both worlds—a resort-style hotel that is out in the middle of nowhere. You get the beauty and serenity of Alaska and all the amenities you want and need.

Q: What else can we do besides fishing?

Fishing is a big draw in Alaska during the summer months when millions of fish from several different species of salmon, rockfish, cod, and halibut congregate in the nutrient-rich waters. But that’s not all you can do. Find a vacation that offers other exciting adventures as well, such as:

• Whale watching (humpbacks, orcas, and gray whales)
• Sea lion and sea otter spotting
• Bear watching
• Hiking
• Hidden waterfall tours
• Glacier tours
• Freshwater fishing
• Kayaking and skiffs on the bay
• Wildlife eco tours
• Photography tours

With an all-inclusive resort you can take advantage of all these things during your stay.

Q: What time of year is best to go to Alaska?

Most people visit Alaska in the “summer months” between April and September. Anytime before or after these dates you will usually have a lot of snow, limiting your ability to see a lot of the wildlife and participate in activities like fishing (since the fish head for warmer waters).

If you are there for the fishing and hope to catch and take home some delicious seafood after your trip, it’s important to know when you can find your favorite fish species. Species that you can find in Alaska waters all season include:

• Rockfish
• Ling cod
• Pacific cod
• Halibut

Early in the season (May and June) you are more likely to find:

• King salmon
• Keta salmon

Later in the season (July to September) you are more likely to find:

• Pink salmon
• Coho salmon

Q: How do I book the best Alaska trip?

A: Start by visiting the Pybus Point Lodge website to see how incredible an all-inclusive vacation can be. Pick the perfect dates and join us for an amazing Alaskan adventure you won’t forget.