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Fly with Era Aviation to visit Homer, the Halibut Capital of the World!About Homer Alaska

Homer is positioned at the tip of Kachemak Bay - as far west as you can drive on the North American continent. Founded in 1896 by gold seekers, Homer is a thriving art community and regional sport fishing center.

Popular with Alaskan fishing enthusiasts, Homer is a busy town during the summer months. Kachemak Bay, recognized as one of richest marine ecosystems in the world attracts prolific sea life to these waters and 100 pound halibut catches are not uncommon. Both scheduled and charter boats make regular trips across the bay from Homer to Seldovia. The magnificent location of Homer and the appeal of its lifestyle set it apart from other small communities.

 

Prices listed include all taxes and fees.

 


 

Homer ERA Vacation Package

 

Two days/one night - Tour 317

Kachemak Bay provides a scenic setting

 

Day 1: Anchorage to Homer

This morning your Era Aviation flight departs from the Anchorage airport. On arrival, you will pick-up a rental car for exploration.  At noon, cruise across Kachemak Bay aboard a comfortable water taxi to Gull Island, and the to the picturesque wilderness beach of Otter Cove.  Enjoy a gourmet lunch in the hand crafted lodge and some time to relax before returning to Homer later in the afternoon.  Hotel arrangements at the Best Western Bidarka Inn or similar.

 

Day 2: Homer to Anchorage

Today, tour the Homer area on your own.  You may want to stop at the Pratt Museum and spend sometime on the famous Homer Spit.   Return to Anchorage later in the afternoon on Era Aviation.

 

Tour Note:  If you prefer a longer stay in Homer, please contact us and we will be happy to customize this tour for you.
 

Round trip flight from Anchorage to Homer on Era Aviation, 1 night accommodation, two days car rental (included are 100 free miles per day) and Gull Island Wildlife Cruise to Otter Cove, including lunch. All taxes. 

 

NOTE:  All rental car agencies require every driver to present a valid drivers license.  A valid credit card will also be required on check in a security damage deposit.

 


Tour operates daily May 30 - September 2, 2008.

 

Price Per Person


2008 Rates

Single

Double

Triple

Child **

Program with Midsize Car $793 $551 $472 $275
Per Extra Day Car & Hotel $326 $164 $111 $0

**Children 11 years and under, staying with 2 full paying adults in room with existing bedding!

 

 


 

HALIBUT OR SALMON FISHING Take a full-day halibut charter for your chance to catch "the big one"!
The Homer area offers some of Alaska's best halibut fishing from mid-May to September. You can also find great saltwater salmon fishing. The boat trip itself is a treat - cruising the beautiful shore line you regularly see sea otters, whales, puffins, and other marine wildlife. The ship captains are friendly, experienced fishermen who know where the fish are. All listed prices are subject to change and to fuel surcharge. Private boat charter also available for groups of up to 12 people. Rates available upon request. 


Half Day Halibut Fishing Charter Tour 310

$101 adult, $80 child (2-12 years)

All fishing gear included. Fishing license (approx. $20.00 per person), meals and gratuity are NOT included.

Fishing limit:  2 halibut per person.

Departure times: 6am and 12:30pm.  Daily departures: May - September 2008.

 

Full Day Halibut Fishing Charter Tour 311

$242 per person

All fishing gear included. Fishing license (approx. $20.00 per person), meals and gratuity are NOT included.

Fishing limit:  2 halibut per person.

Departure time: 7am.  Daily departures: May 1 - September 5, 2008.

 

Full Day Halibut & Salmon Fishing Charter Tour 312

$274 per person

All fishing gear included. Fishing license (approx. $20.00 per person), meals and gratuity are NOT included.

Fishing limit:  2 halibut per person.

Departure time: 7am.  Daily departures: May 1 - September 5, 2008.

 

 

Bear Viewing AT HALLO BAY  Tour 315Bears feed on salmon in Katmai National Park
Half Day (5hr) Tour $525 per person
Hallo Bay is a private camp located on the Pacific Coast of Katmai National Park specializing only in guided bear viewing and photography trips. The trip begins with an early morning departure from Homer by charter airplane, flying across the Cook Inlet and past Mount Augustine Volcano.  The flight is about 1 hour long and the route follows the lush green coastline of the Alaska Peninsula which is capped with active volcanoes and massive glaciers terminating in iceberg filled lakes. This is the habitat of one of the largest natural concentrations of Brown Bears in the world. Upon arrival you will be met by your naturalist guide for an orientation, and then your guide will lead you to the best bear viewing location for the day.  The walk can vary with the season and while not strenuous, it requires guests have good mobility.  The grassy terrain is natural and fairly level with only wildlife trails.  The walk could be up to approximately 1 to 1.5 mile. Tour includes airfare and guided bear viewing. Meals and gratuity are NOT included.

Duration: 5 hours including flight time.

Departure time: between 7am - 10am depending on tides & weather.
Daily departures:
May 25 - September 25, 2008.

 

 

BEAR VIEWING ADVENTURE AT LAKE CLARK / ALASKA HOMESTEAD LODGE Tour 316

$685 per person

(2 person minimum required to operate this tour)

Depart from Homer on a 45 minute scenic flight across Cook Inlet to Alaska Homestead Lodge, located in the foothills of the Aleutian Range in Lake Clark National Park. After landing on a remote beach in front of the lodge, you will have 6 to 7 hours of guided bear viewing. Your experienced guide will drive you (in a wagon pulled by an ATV) to the best viewing spots. You will be able to get out of the wagon to photograph the bears from safe areas. Lunch and roundtrip flights from Homer are included. The most reliable times for bear viewing are July through mid-August.

Duration: approx. 8.5 hours, including flight time.

Departure time: 9am. Daily departures: May 15 - September 15, 2008.

Refund Policy: Cancellations made less than 30 days prior to the date of arrival will result in forfeiture of the full payment. All cancellations, including weather cancellations, are subject to a 10% administrative fee.

 

 

 

 

WHALE WATCHING CRUISE  Tour 318
$133 adult, $91 child (1-10 years)

Enjoy a full day of cruising Kachemak Bay and Kennedy Entrance (entrance to Cook Inlet). Begin with a short scenic cruise through Kachemak Bay past the Gull Island seabird rookery to the small village of Seldovia. From here, you will depart for approx. 6 hours of whale watching. Keep watch for Humpback, Orca, Finback, Minke or Gray Whales. You may also see Stellar sea lions, sea otters, harbor or Dall porpoise, puffins and cormorants. Weather permitting, the cruise will venture to the Barren Islands, a National Maritime Refuge. A deli-lunch is included. Whale sightings are NOT guaranteed.

Duration: 9 hours

Departure time: 9am.  Daily departures: May 26 - September 1, 2008.

 


Gull Island Lunch & Wildlife Cruise  Tour 313
$65 adult, $33 child (1-10 years)

Enjoy a narrated cruise to the famous bird rookery at Gull Island. This is a great way to see puffins, cormorants, kittiwakes, and other migratory seabirds while you learn about their diets, habits and migratory patterns. Also visit 60 Foot Rock to see the Sea Otters which are often found there carrying their newborn pups on their stomachs. Lunch at the new Rookery Restaurant is also included in the cruise. Truly a great trip for the whole family! 

Duration: 3.5 hours

Departure time: 12pm.  Daily departures: May 30 - September 2, 2008.

 

 

KACHEMAK BAY GUIDED SEA KAYAKING Tour 314

Full Day Kayaking Trip  $145 adult, $129 child (10 - 12 years)

Half Day Kayaking Trip  $108 per person
(4 person minimum required to operate these tours)

Homer's Kachemak Bay is a premier destination for sea kayaking. Surrounded by picturesque mountain peaks, remote fjords and abundant wildlife this is as good as it gets. This trip begins with a water taxi ride across scenic Kachemak Bay to the protected waters in Kachemak Bay State Park. An experienced guide will provide an orientation and assistance during the day. Spend the day paddling past spectacular scenery and watching sea otters, porpoises and even whales. The guide will provide information on the local area as well. At the end of your day you will be transported via water taxi back to Homer. The kayaks are single and double Necky kayaks which are very stable for beginners yet still provide the experienced paddler with a fun boat. Kayaking gear included. Meals and gratuity NOT included.
Duration: 5 hours for 1/2 day tour and 7 hours for full day tour.

Departure time: 10am for both trips.  Daily departures: May 10 - September 2, 2008.

 

 


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