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IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES ALL-INCLUSIVE FISHING
From above , Sitka ’ s landscape is a mosaic of forest greens , deep blues , and stormy grays . Low clouds form rings around the peaks of ocean mountains , an engagement between sky and earth , and boats cruise over salty waters , navigating the channels between the many smaller islands that dot the sea around Sitka .
LATITUDE 57
Some of these smaller islands are home to fishing lodges , and Middle Island , just a boat ride from Sitka , is where Latitude 57 has set their roots . Latitude 57 offers an incredible fishing and lodging experience . On the 4.5-acre private island , you can spend your evenings watching the sun dip below the horizon and soak in all that Sitka has to offer . The team at this lodge has over 20 years of collective local knowledge , and even though ocean fishing is on the docket , this lodge also prides itself on providing its guests with memorable experiences that combine the outdoors , foods , and cultures of Sitka .
Latitude 57 offers their guests a fun , educational , and friendly stay , creating a family feel during your vacation . You will learn how to protect and preserve the natural beauty and resources of the region while exploring the sea with wildlife tours , scuba diving and snorkeling adventures , and of course , fishing . You can also add unique experiences like hiking , ATVing , dips in natural hot springs , and massages to elevate your trip . And with mouthwatering local and Native cuisines , a wine cellar , and gourmet meals , you ’ ll taste the diverse cultures that make this island town so unique .
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