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Alaska Wildlife Safari and Sightseeing Tour

Embark on the ultimate Alaska wildlife adventure in Ketchikan! Discover top attractions like the mesmerizing salmon ladder, thrilling bear sightings at Herring Cove, and fascinating marine life at Rotary Beach, including whales and intertidal creatures. Dive into Alaska’s rich cultural heritage with a visit to the iconic totem poles at Saxman Native Village, where Tlingit and Haida traditions come to life. Additionally, check out Creek Street-one of Alaska’s most iconic destinations—a picturesque boardwalk perched on stilts above flowing waters, rich in history, culture, and charm. In summer, the creek comes alive with the spectacle of the salmon run, as thousands of fish swim upstream. Complete your unforgettable experience with a savory smoked salmon or reindeer sausage lunchable. Our small group tours allow you to see Ketchikan like a local! Book your all-in-one Ketchikan wildlife adventure today and make memories to last a lifetime!

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Alaska Wildlife Safari and Sightseeing Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(230)

from $137

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

Experience up-close views of glaciers and wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park on this cruise. Enjoy 100 miles (round-trip) of jaw-dropping scenery as the captain and crew explain the surrounding geology and wildlife. Sail past the majestic Holgate Glacier and witness chunks of glaciers break off and crash into the water. Get your camera out near Chiswell Islands, home to thousands of nesting seabirds. In addition to the sights, enjoy a complimentary brunch or deli lunch.

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Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(1,860)

from $265

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

Immerse yourself in the Alaskan wilderness on a cruise through the Kenai Fjords National Park from Seward. Aboard a warm and spacious vessel, cruise past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords and try your luck spotting wildlife like whales, sea lions, and birds. Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard and visit the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge for great views of seabird rookeries.

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Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(1,071)

from $267

Likely to Sell Out

Get out of the city and discover the stunning scenery that surrounds Anchorage. This small-group tour takes you south along the Seward Highway to soak up ocean and mountain views on the way to Alyeska Ski Area where an an aerial tram takes you 2,300 feet (700 meters) above sea level. Afterward, visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to learn how sanctuary cares for the Last Frontier’s injured and orphaned animals and see resident wildlife including grizzly bear, moose, caribou, and musk ox.

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Aerial Tram and Wildlife Center tour from Anchorage

6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(81)

from $199

Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

Discover the glaciers and wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park on this full-day catamaran cruise. Enjoy jaw-dropping scenery as an experienced naturalist provides engaging commentary. In Aialik Bay, watch for the calving of tidewater glaciers, when chunks of ice break off and crash into the water. From the comfort of a heated cabin, spot Steller sea lions, orcas, humpbacks and puffins that call these waters home. Enjoy a complimentary deli lunch onboard.

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Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(660)

from $297

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Lovely Portage Glacier from the mv Ptarmigan glacier cruise

Be awed by supersized glaciers and the hardy wildlife of the tundra on this full-day tour through the rugged Alaskan wilderness. Departing from Anchorage, drive along a scenic byway to the Turnagain Arm of the Cook Inlet, framed by the dramatic Chugach and Kenai mountain ranges. Cruise on the lake that laps against the ancient blue ice of Portage Glacier, stop for lunch at a cozy lodge, and get an up-close look at Alaskan wildlife such as caribou, musk ox, and lynk at a conservation center.

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Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(295)

from $235

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise

Treat yourself to an abundance of wildlife viewing with this 4-hour Kenai Fjords cruise in Resurrection Bay from Seward Harbor. Travel 55 miles (round-trip) along a rugged coastline and snap plenty of memorable photos as you sail past Bear Glacier. Sail close to sea lion colonies and seabird rookeries, and keep your eyes peeled for whales, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, eagles and mountain goats.

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Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,176)

from $166

Yukon Suspension Bridge and Summit Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(410)

from $136

Don’t miss the only daily tour that visits the majestic Northwestern Fjord, home to three amazing tidewater glaciers and numerous alpine glaciers, part of Kenai Fjords National Park. This cruise from Seward takes you through Alaska’s crystal blue waters and gives you jaw-dropping scenery of glaciers and an array of marine life. Gain insight into the area’s geological history from a wildlife guide, and enjoy lunch onboard.

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Full day Northwestern Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(152)

from $335

Likely to Sell Out

A visit to Lake Hood - the busiest float plane base in the world!

See the best of Anchorage's highlights in one efficient morning or afternoon tour. Learn more about the city's culture, history, and wildlife, without missing the surrounding viewpoints and scenic photo ops. Your guide knows all the best places to visit and all the most interesting things to see, leading your small-group on a concise route around the local area. Keep your eyes peeled for moose and other native wildlife species.

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Anchorage City Tour and Highlights

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(105)

from $55

Half-day Resurrection Bay & Wildlife Tour from Seward

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(125)

from $172

A brown bear fishes in the middle of the chilkat river.

Explore some of southeastern Alaska's best wildlife-viewing areas, and immerse yourself in unspoiled nature, on this small-group tour from Haines. Your destination is Chilkoot Lake State Park: Thanks to your guide's knowledge, have the best chance of spotting bald eagles, harbor seals, brown bears, and more as you explore. With round-trip transit included, experiencing Alaska's wildlife and landscapes is made easy.

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Chilkoot Lake Nature and Wildlife Viewing (2.5 hrs in Haines)

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(81)

from $113

Likely to Sell Out

Enjoy an experience most tourists miss and step off your cruise ship into a floatplane to admire the glassy blue lakes, waterfalls, and snowcapped peaks of Misty Fjords National Monument on this shore excursion from Ketchikan. Capture bird’s-eye views of varied landscapes and try your luck spotting eagles, bears, and plenty of other wildlife during the flight that includes a guaranteed window seat. It’s an ideal experience for nature-lovers.

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Misty Fjords National Monument Floatplane Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(225)

from $369

Likely to Sell Out

Local Alaskan Naturalists on every tour!

Ocean Raft Alaska

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(394)

from $190

Likely to Sell Out

Best whale watching experience, Killer whales

"Catch of the day" Whale-watching, Icy strait point, Hoonah

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(231)

from $236

Juneau Whale Watch Adventure

3 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(41)

from $150

Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour

Although we are the original whale-watching company in Juneau (operating since 1994), we are still small and family-owned and operated! We want you to feel like part of the family, and we pride ourselves on prioritizing local hires in order to give back to our community and give you the best possible tour experience. We want our guides to love Juneau as much as you do! Our fleet consists of only mammal-friendly jet boats, and the small size and intimate setting will make you feel right at home with the whales. We pride ourselves on our quick transfers between vehicles! We don't want you to wait any longer than you absolutely have to!

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Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(159)

from $189

Likely to Sell Out

Immerse yourself in some Alaska's most dramatic natural scenery—and enjoy a personalized, relaxing way to sightsee—on this small-group, river-float shore excursion. Following pickup from your Skagway port, head to the Dyea Valley, and board your inflatable raft. During this peaceful river float, your guide points out any wildlife, including possible bald eagles and even bears. Learn about Skagway’s history as you snap photos of the one-of-a-kind sights.

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Skagway Shore Excursion: Scenic River Float Tour

2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(255)

from $102

Likely to Sell Out

Focus on the scenery of Tongass National Forest and Totem Park on this eco tour from Ketchikan. Traveling with a small group of just 11 people or fewer means you'll get personalized attention and plenty of time to ask questions of your guide. Follow your guide on a walk through the Alaskan rain forest and Totem Park, where you'll get views and photo ops of pristine creeks, ancient trees, and moss-covered ground. There's even a geo-caching scavenger hunt to keep kids interested and occupied.

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2 Hour Alaska Rainforest Walk and Totem Park Small Group Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(208)

from $95

Likely to Sell Out

Make the most of your time in port in Ketchikan and discover Alaska’s natural wonders and cultural heritage on this half-day small-group tour. Enjoy a guided walk through the rainforest, stopping to admire a waterfall and native flora. And visit a Totem Park: learn about the ancient Alaskan tradition, the cultural heritage of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian people, and explore a magnificently carved clan house.

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3 Hour Rainforest Walk & Totem Park Wild Wolf Tours

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(291)

from $125

3 Hour SHERP Tour: Denali Fat Truck Tours

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(481)

from $249

Likely to Sell Out

Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water

4 hours 5 minutes

4.9

(1,004)

from $159

Grand Denali Flightseeing tour from Talkeetna

Denali National Park—roughly six million acres (2.4 million hectares) of raw wilderness—is easily accessible by bus, but visiting it from the air allows you to see much more of its tundra, peaks, and forests. This ‘flightseeing’ tour crosses over the Alaska Range to the tundra of Denali’s northern interior, passing river systems, icefalls, glaciers, and peaks along the way. Plus, you can opt for a glacier landing if you’d like.

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Grand Denali Flightseeing tour from Talkeetna

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(315)

from $475

Captain's Choice Kenai Fjords National Park Tour from Seward

NEW for 2025! Maximize your adventure aboard this flexible seven-hour Kenai Fjords National Park cruise. Explore the day’s most spectacular sights as your captain selects their route based on current conditions, wildlife reports and expert insights. More time on the water and more freedom means more opportunities for costal Alaska magic, from breaching whale sightings to moments spent marveling at calving tidewater glaciers.

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Captain's Choice Kenai Fjords National Park Tour from Seward

7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(87)

from $271

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