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Inside Passage

Inside Passage · United States · 56.00, -133.50

A roughly 1,600 km sea route winding among countless islands and the mainland from southeastern Alaska to British Columbia, Canada. Glacially carved fjords, deep coniferous forests, and sheer mountains line the route, making it an Alaska cruise highlight through calm inner waters sheltered from ocean waves. Whales, seals, bald eagles, and sometimes bears along the shore can be seen from the deck.

Port highlights

A subarctic maritime climate. It can feel chilly even in summer, with frequent rain. Summer days are long.
Climate
English
Language
US dollar (USD); Canadian dollar.
Currency
May to September (summer season)
Best time to visit
Local food

Alaska salmon, Dungeness crab, and king crab

Sights
Glacier and fjord sceneryWildlife including whales, seals, and bald eaglesIslands covered in old-growth forestGlacier watching from the deck

English text in preparation.

Monthly average high / low temperatures
4°
-1°Jan
4°
0°Feb
5°
0°Mar
8°
2°Apr
12°
5°May
14°
8°Jun
15°
10°Jul
16°
10°Aug
13°
8°Sep
9°
4°Oct
6°
1°Nov
4°
0°Dec

Unit: °C · NOAA climate normals · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: PT BAKER · about 39.8 km from port · Approximate (distant station) · Last checked: Oct 4, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices

There is no price guide because this is a scenic-cruising or pass-through point with no landing (spending is mainly onboard).

Getting there from Japan

JNU
Nearest airport
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Airport to port (approx.)
C — Two or more connections
Ease of access

About 270 km from airport to port (straight-line distance)ApproximateCalculated from OurAirports coordinates (Oct 4, 2026)

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

Sources

Source: Wikipedia “Inside Passage” (CC BY-SA 4.0)