shutuph Posted June 28, 2016 #1 Share Posted June 28, 2016 Has any ship made it into Tracy's arm this year? I noticed a few post say they were unable to enter. Sailing beginning July....can you usually enter by then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted June 28, 2016 #2 Share Posted June 28, 2016 I have missed it on a 4th of July sailing :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shutuph Posted June 28, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted June 28, 2016 Does the small boat go in or does it go to another area. Is it worth the small boat excursion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted June 28, 2016 #4 Share Posted June 28, 2016 Does the small boat go in or does it go to another area. Is it worth the small boat excursion We went to Endicott Arm instead. This was before Princess started the small boat trips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlxo Posted June 28, 2016 #5 Share Posted June 28, 2016 Has any ship made it into Tracy's arm this year? I noticed a few post say they were unable to enter. Sailing beginning July....can you usually enter by then?I saw the Ruby Princess (or was it the Maasdam) go in about 2 or 3 weeks ago for 17 miles on marinetraffic.com . There's another 31 miles to see Sawyer. After the 17 miles.... quick U-turn for Endicott for glacier viewing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted June 28, 2016 #6 Share Posted June 28, 2016 I saw the Ruby Princess (or was it the Maasdam) go in about 2 or 3 weeks ago for 17 miles on marinetraffic.com . There's another 31 miles to see Sawyer. After the 17 miles.... quick U-turn for Endicott for glacier viewing. Tracy Arm is 30 miles to either glacier from the entrance, at Holkham Bay via Stephens Passage. Your information is wrong. You do NOT "turn" from in Tracy Arm, to Endicott Arm. Both enter from Holkham Bay, with both a little over 30 miles long. Endicott Arm, is a wider and straighter Arm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saxmangeoff Posted June 28, 2016 #7 Share Posted June 28, 2016 Tracy Arm is 30 miles to either glacier from the entrance, at Holkham Bay via Stephens Passage. Your information is wrong. You do NOT "turn" from in Tracy Arm, to Endicott Arm. Both enter from Holkham Bay, with both a little over 30 miles long. Endicott Arm, is a wider and straighter Arm. Right. What xlxo is saying is the Ruby Princess went half-way into Tracy Arm, thought better of it, retreated out of Tracy Arm, and went to Dawes Glacier in Endicott Arm instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonvoyagie Posted June 28, 2016 #8 Share Posted June 28, 2016 On ships where the small boat meet up with the ship along the way, the small boat will go to the same fjord as the ship. Now for places like Adventure Bound and Allen Marine they might be able to get into Tracy Arm. But these tours operate RT out of Juneau. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABQrobin Posted June 28, 2016 #9 Share Posted June 28, 2016 June 14-21st on the Carnival Legend... we did Endicott instead, it was fabulous! We arrived there in a complete fog... we were so disappointed, then all of a sudden the fog lifted and the ship went in. We took the small boat excursion and it was FANTASTIC. Highly recommend it. here is my video: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anyislandwilldo Posted June 28, 2016 #10 Share Posted June 28, 2016 Awesome video ABQrobin! Thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted June 28, 2016 #11 Share Posted June 28, 2016 On ships where the small boat meet up with the ship along the way, the small boat will go to the same fjord as the ship. Now for places like Adventure Bound and Allen Marine they might be able to get into Tracy Arm. But these tours operate RT out of Juneau. I sailed Tracy Arm, 3rd week of May with Adventure Bound and it was PACKED with ice. Reminded of a trip to Columbia Glacier. Multistory sizes, so true "ice bergs". :) Just magnificent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted June 28, 2016 #12 Share Posted June 28, 2016 Right. What xlxo is saying is the Ruby Princess went half-way into Tracy Arm, thought better of it, retreated out of Tracy Arm, and went to Dawes Glacier in Endicott Arm instead. It makes no sense to me, with the 17 and 31 mile reference??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted June 28, 2016 #13 Share Posted June 28, 2016 I sailed Tracy Arm, 3rd week of May with Adventure Bound and it was PACKED with ice. Reminded of a trip to Columbia Glacier. Multistory sizes, so true "ice bergs". :) Just magnificent. My first time with them - it was that way also. Unfortunately due to time, we could not get to the glacier but it was an amazing day. No regrets about going as that was still one of my favorite days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budget Queen Posted June 28, 2016 #14 Share Posted June 28, 2016 My first time with them - it was that way also. Unfortunately due to time, we could not get to the glacier but it was an amazing day. No regrets about going as that was still one of my favorite days. The ice was actually packed for the entire 30 miles, but we did get a lot of time at the North Sawyer Glacier. I'll mention again- TIME is so important, and with this vendor you have the most opportunity for great trips no matter what the conditions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougH Posted June 28, 2016 #15 Share Posted June 28, 2016 I sailed Tracy Arm, 3rd week of May with Adventure Bound and it was PACKED with ice. Reminded of a trip to Columbia Glacier. Multistory sizes, so true "ice bergs". :) Just magnificent. It's so spectacular when there is ice around and you're on a small boat, nothing like being on the cruise ship. Captain Steve sure has a job with a view :) One of my favorite excursions anywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kctwinmommy Posted June 29, 2016 #16 Share Posted June 29, 2016 June 14-21st on the Carnival Legend... we did Endicott instead, it was fabulous! We arrived there in a complete fog... we were so disappointed, then all of a sudden the fog lifted and the ship went in. We took the small boat excursion and it was FANTASTIC. Highly recommend it. That is great!! Thanks so much for sharing it. Gives us an idea on what we'll need for clothing too! ;) Getting excited now!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shutuph Posted June 29, 2016 Author #17 Share Posted June 29, 2016 anyone just off Legend? Did it make it into tracy's arm last Thursday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ireallyneedavacation Posted July 1, 2016 #18 Share Posted July 1, 2016 I just got off the Legend this week. We did not make it into Tracy Arm. We went to Endicott Arm instead. They say this year is very unusual. Several huge ice burgs are continuously breaking off the glacier causing too much congestion to enter, but Endicott Arm is beautiful, so don't be disappointed if you end up going there. Our day was gorgeous, complete sunshine for the entire day! We did the small boat excursion, and I would pay the money to do it again. It was very much worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shutuph Posted July 1, 2016 Author #19 Share Posted July 1, 2016 I just got off the Legend this week. We did not make it into Tracy Arm. We went to Endicott Arm instead. They say this year is very unusual. Several huge ice burgs are continuously breaking off the glacier causing too much congestion to enter, but Endicott Arm is beautiful, so don't be disappointed if you end up going there. Our day was gorgeous, complete sunshine for the entire day! We did the small boat excursion, and I would pay the money to do it again. It was very much worth it. thanks for the reply! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted July 1, 2016 #20 Share Posted July 1, 2016 (edited) I just got off the Legend this week. We did not make it into Tracy Arm. We went to Endicott Arm instead. They say this year is very unusual. Several huge ice burgs are continuously breaking off the glacier causing too much congestion to enter, but Endicott Arm is beautiful, so don't be disappointed if you end up going there. Our day was gorgeous, complete sunshine for the entire day! We did the small boat excursion, and I would pay the money to do it again. It was very much worth it. I think every year is unusual in Alaska. I have missed Tracy Arm 2x during 4th of July cruises due to ice. This is by no means the first time when ships don't go this late. Sometimes on a ship they make it sound like "this is unusual" or "this is the closest we have ever been". I have no doubt they said this. Edited July 1, 2016 by Coral Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saxmangeoff Posted July 1, 2016 #21 Share Posted July 1, 2016 I've been watching on marinetraffic.com, and smaller ships are starting to visit Tracy Arm, so I presume it's starting to open up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlxo Posted July 1, 2016 #22 Share Posted July 1, 2016 (edited) It makes no sense to me, with the 17 and 31 mile reference???Tracy Arm is 31 miles long, with the Sawyer Glacier at the end and Holkham Bay at the beginning. The ship was able to travel 17 miles in Tracy Arm before turning back to Holkham and going to Endicott instead. This happened in late May. Depending on conditions.... ice congestion can improve or get worse day to day. Best for us to regularly watch marinetraffic to see how far the ships into Tracy Arm in the coming weeks. You can even watch the small boat excursion to see how much further they go. Edited July 1, 2016 by xlxo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saxmangeoff Posted July 1, 2016 #23 Share Posted July 1, 2016 Best for us to regularly watch marinetraffic to see how far the ships into Tracy Arm in the coming weeks. You can even watch the small boat excursion to see how much further they go. My wife thinks I'm weird to watch marinetraffic.com, but I think it's fun! Glad to have someone else in the club. Weirdos unite! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saxmangeoff Posted July 1, 2016 #24 Share Posted July 1, 2016 I think every year is unusual in Alaska. I have missed Tracy Arm 2x during 4th of July cruises due to ice. This is by no means the first time when ships don't go this late. Sometimes on a ship they make it sound like "this is unusual" or "this is the closest we have ever been". I have no doubt they said this. True! It's right up there with "You guys are the best crowd we've had all tour" and "No, that dress doesn't make you look fat." :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shutuph Posted July 1, 2016 Author #25 Share Posted July 1, 2016 True! It's right up there with "You guys are the best crowd we've had all tour" and "No, that dress doesn't make you look fat." :D Did anyone happen to see yesterday for Carnival legend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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