Taste Of Alaska Combining Culture, Nature and Homemade Goodness
Overview
Step off the crowded cruise ship at Icy Strait Point and into nature's stillness. Have a driving tour of the town with a local, learn how people live in this Tlingit village. See what life is really like in Hoonah.
Settle onto the deck of a quiet Alaskan lodge, drink herbal tea and take in the sights and sounds of Hoonah then immerse in the sounds of crystal bowls, gong, and chimes as the sound washes over you — a grounding sound journey framed in old‑growth forest, calm water, and rising mountains.
This experience is limited to six people, intimate group experience will bring peace, energetic flow and relaxation. Step into the Hoonah Matata Lodge for a mini-retreat experience destined to be your favorite Alaskan memory. A moment of peace in Alaska.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Herbal Tea or Hot Cocoa along with some local sweets.
- Private transportation
- Stunning Views From the Deck of a Private Lodge
- Quiet Time in The Natural Beauty of Alaska
Meeting Location
108 Cannery Road
Hoonah, AK 99829, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
An Alaskan journey through culture, nature and homemade goodness. Your Alaskan experience begins with pickup at Icy Strait Point, where you'll journey into the heart of Hoonah, a charming Tlingit village rich in culture, history and the beauty of Southeast Alaska.
Enjoy a guided drive through the village, taking in the local scenery and discovering the stories, traditions, and spirit of this special community.
From there, we'll welcome you to the Hoonah Matata Lodge, a private retreat nestled among the trees, where the peaceful beauty of Alaska invites you to slow down and breathe.
Settle in and savor the simple pleasures of homemade sourdough bread and apple butter with a soothing cup of herbal tea.
Experience a restorative sound journey, designed to help you unwind and relax. Allow connection with nature in Alaska Experience tranquility.
Before we return you to Icy Strait Point, take a moment to soak in the breathtaking views, breathe the fresh Alaskan air, and carry a little of this peaceful place with you.
Taste of Alaska is more than a tour, it's an invitation to experience real life in Alaska through its culture, homemade flavors, and natural beauty.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- No Smoking or Vaping
- Pacemakers are not allowed, vibrations of instruments may interfere
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
- Tea and coffee. Herbal Tea or Hot Cocoa along with some local sweets.
- Private transportation.
- Stunning Views From the Deck of a Private Lodge.
- Quiet Time in The Natural Beauty of Alaska.
The minimum age to participate is 16..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Taste Of Alaska Combining Culture, Nature and Homemade Goodness is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Taste Of Alaska Combining Culture, Nature and Homemade Goodness will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeHerbal Tea or Hot Cocoa along with some local sweets.
- Private transportation
- Stunning Views From the Deck of a Private Lodge
- Quiet Time in The Natural Beauty of Alaska
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- No Smoking or Vaping
- Pacemakers are not allowed, vibrations of instruments may interfere
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
