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Alaska Humpback Adventures We provide a safe, personal, and authentic Alaskan whale watching experience | Juneau, AK | Alaskan owned and operated | View website for more info
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Peduncle Throw taken by one of our guests. We love our photographer friends:)
24/08/2023

Peduncle Throw taken by one of our guests. We love our photographer friends:)

From  to   From Hawaii to Alaska…Migrating with the whales…
11/08/2023

From to

From Hawaii to Alaska…

Migrating with the whales…

One of the most amazing behaviors to witness on this planet. Shows how we can achieve great things when working together...
23/07/2023

One of the most amazing behaviors to witness on this planet.

Shows how we can achieve great things when working together.

Tail!!!!! The famous word spoken by everyone on board   Pop quiz, what’s the other name for the tail of a
16/08/2022

Tail!!!!! The famous word spoken by everyone on board

Pop quiz, what’s the other name for the tail of a



This was a lucky shot taken by one of our amazing guests! She was actually going for   when this adult humpback decided ...
06/08/2022

This was a lucky shot taken by one of our amazing guests! She was actually going for when this adult humpback decided to

Kindred spirits! As we watch the humpback whales and other animals, we can’t help but think how awesome our God is!     ...
30/07/2022

Kindred spirits! As we watch the humpback whales and other animals, we can’t help but think how awesome our God is!

Whale hello there! We love it when a baby comes over and says hello!Our engines are off. The whale chose to approach us:...
27/07/2022

Whale hello there! We love it when a baby comes over and says hello!

Our engines are off. The whale chose to approach us:)☀️

We love kids! When kids learn about the beauty in the ocean they are more inspired in a lifestyle of sustainability.    ...
23/07/2022

We love kids! When kids learn about the beauty in the ocean they are more inspired in a lifestyle of sustainability.

Guess what we saw today?!Anyone know what this is called?
20/07/2022

Guess what we saw today?!

Anyone know what this is called?

Such a distinct dorsal fin. This whale has a name… anyone know?Check back for the answer tomorrow.
19/07/2022

Such a distinct dorsal fin. This whale has a name… anyone know?

Check back for the answer tomorrow.

We had an amazing photographer on board who was willing to share his pictures…Picture  #1 Meet our very cute, harbor sea...
18/07/2022

We had an amazing photographer on board who was willing to share his pictures…
Picture #1
Meet our very cute, harbor seal

What a spectacular day!! We know we will see these folks in Hawaii whale watching on  2023!
16/07/2022

What a spectacular day!! We know we will see these folks in Hawaii whale watching on 2023!

Thank you for ALL the reviews and feedback!
14/07/2022

Thank you for ALL the reviews and feedback!

Neighbors!What a great day to be alive!Share with us something you are thankful for?
08/07/2022

Neighbors!

What a great day to be alive!

Share with us something you are thankful for?

Your ohana now
07/07/2022

Your ohana now


Birds and whales frolicking together 🐋💕
30/06/2022

Birds and whales frolicking together 🐋💕

Breach!!!! The most spectacular behavior of a humpback whale, in our opinion…
27/06/2022

Breach!!!! The most spectacular behavior of a humpback whale, in our opinion…

Everyday is so different. You get to meet cool new people, and whale behavior is never the same.
25/06/2022

Everyday is so different. You get to meet cool new people, and whale behavior is never the same.

Tail slash or peduncle throw. Any guesses as to why humpback whales do this?
20/06/2022

Tail slash or peduncle throw. Any guesses as to why humpback whales do this?

Did we mention we take no more than 6 passengers?
16/06/2022

Did we mention we take no more than 6 passengers?

Lunge feed. Can you imagine being a 50 ft animal having to eat the smallest of things?Let’s test your whale knowledge? W...
13/06/2022

Lunge feed. Can you imagine being a 50 ft animal having to eat the smallest of things?

Let’s test your whale knowledge? What do whales eat in Alaska?

Follow up question, what do you like to eat in Alaska?

We love making new friends!Parents of 6 children, this couple was able to take a vacation with just each other! Healthy ...
08/06/2022

We love making new friends!
Parents of 6 children, this couple was able to take a vacation with just each other! Healthy marriage 🟰family👍🏻

Although humpbacks are pretty individualistic, it is quite special to see them come together. It’s a good reminder to al...
08/06/2022

Although humpbacks are pretty individualistic, it is quite special to see them come together.

It’s a good reminder to all of us that we need community

Outside our back door…
08/06/2022

Outside our back door…

It is an honor to repost pictures guests took on board the   (boat name). Be sure to include   and you may see your pic ...
03/06/2022

It is an honor to repost pictures guests took on board the (boat name). Be sure to include and you may see your pic on our

Steller sea lions are so fun to watch!
30/05/2022

Steller sea lions are so fun to watch!

Have we mentioned we are photographer friendly? Thanks Sara for a beautiful picture!!We love the tail shots, because tha...
28/05/2022

Have we mentioned we are photographer friendly? Thanks Sara for a beautiful picture!!
We love the tail shots, because that is how we identify the whales.

The coolest day ever with our residential pod of orcas!! And boy they were talking
28/05/2022

The coolest day ever with our residential pod of orcas!! And boy they were talking

Meet  She comes from Big Island, Hawaii, where she owns a   called    She is excited to come alongside   and family to h...
26/05/2022

Meet

She comes from Big Island, Hawaii, where she owns a called

She is excited to come alongside and family to help continue the of

25/05/2022

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About Us

Welcome!

Alaska Humpback Adventures is operated and locally owned by the Olmstead Family. We are passionate about whales, wildlife and people. My wife, Janet, and I have been married for 31 years. We have seven children and two grandchildren. Three of our children are Alaskan Native Tlingit Indians. (Our logo is in honor of the Native people of Southeast Alaska.) We currently live off-grid on a remote island nine miles from Auke Bay, where your Juneau whale tour begins. Janet moved to Juneau in 1965 with her parents and nine siblings. Her love for God and Alaska captured my heart! We hope to have the opportunity to share with you our love and joy for this amazing place we call home.

I have boated for over 45 years, 31 of those in the waters of Southeast Alaska. I earned my 50 ton license through the United States Coast Guard in 2007. For many years, I have been known as “Captain Steve” of Harv and Marv's Outback Alaska. While it has been an honor to work for Harv and Marv's, Janet and I believe it is time to offer our own personalized and unique whale watching experience.

​In the safety and comfort of our 26’ Hewescraft, six-passenger boat, we explore the protected waters near Juneau and discover the spectacular beauty, abundant wildlife, and inspiring wonder of one of the most majestic and graceful creatures on this planet, humpback whales. Our desire is to offer a whale watching experience that is fun, safe, and exciting, as well as enriching and educational, providing memories of a lifetime! We operate with great care and respect for the whales and other wildlife we are privileged to encounter.