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Ultimate Juneau Whale Watch

3 hoursFree Cancellation

(959)

from $156

Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water

4 hours 5 minutes

Juneau Whale Watch Adventure

(911)

from $159

3 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

(41)

from $150

Get away from the crowds and experience Alaska’s grandest marine life from an intimate, 20-person vessel. Less disruptive to wildlife, you’ll get a front-row seat to the 49th State’s most beloved creatures—including whales, sea lions, eagles, and more. You’ll also get to scope out ice-blue glaciers, rocky shorelines, and hidden inlets from the comfort of the heated cabin or right from the catamaran's bow.

3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(1,261)

from $189

This tour includes two hours on the water following the whales, and a quick 15 minute peek at the Mendenhall Glacier. It is just enough time to step off the bus, take a quick picture, and then head back downtown for the rest of your Alaska adventure! This tour is recommended for those who want to see the glacier, but don't want to spend too much time exploring the surrounding recreation area. On this tour, you will take one of the tour buses from downtown Juneau on a 20-minute, narrated tour through Juneau and Mendenhall Valley to Auke Bay. In Auke Bay you will board one of the boats and head out on a 2-hour whale watching experience. Upon returning to the harbor you will be escorted back to the bus for a quick trip inland to Mendenhall Glacier. You will have 15 minutes to get out and take a quick picture, and then get back on the bus for your next adventure in Juneau.

Whale Watching With a Peek at the Mendenhall Glacier

Whale Watching With a Peek at the Mendenhall Glacier

3 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

(4)

from $185

Thank you for your interest in Juneau Lighthouse Tours, Alaska’s Only Lighthouse and Whale Watching Adventure! Not only will you get to experience the best whale watching in Juneau, you get the chance to explore Sentinel Island. It is one of the first lighthouses activated in Southeast Alaska. Climb up the lighthouse tower, inspect the beacon, and take a look across Lynn Canal. Conveniently, it is located in the middle of the best whale watching spots! Sit back and enjoy the ride and allow our amazing crew to take you an an unforgettable experience. Our business model has been centered on maintaining a high level of customer service. No trip is complete without the complementary stop at Brotherhood Bridge lookout for a spectacular view of the Mendenhall Glacier! Complimentary locally made Alaskan fudge, granola bars, caribou sausage sticks, coffee/tea, and bottled water are included on this tour. All vessels come equipped with two bathrooms, heated cabins, and binoculars.

Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo

Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo

4 hours 15 minutes

(99)

from $199

Watch for humpbacks and other marine life in the beautiful Auke Bay on this whale-watching tour from Juneau. While you’re aboard a jet boat with extra-large windows, a naturalist guide provides engaging commentary on the wildlife — including porpoises, sea lions and eagles — and local geology you see along the way. Capture that memorable photo of a breaching whale against the backdrop of the Alaskan mountains.

Juneau Whale Watching Adventure

3 hours 45 minutes

4.8

(305)

from $189

After 10 years of high adventure tours from Seattle to Juneau we are now offering a tour of the Juneau waters from a new perspective, a JETSKI! This exclusive tour is perfect for travelers with a sense of adventure who love the challenge of learning a new skill, all while taking in stunning views of Mendenhall Glacier, Auke Bay, Admiralty Island and the surrounding areas. This adventure provides fantastic opportunities to see whales, porpoise, seals, eagles, and more! Your professionally trained guide will give you knowledge of the local people and wildlife that once and currently inhabit this breathtaking area of SE Alaska. Nothing compares to the feeling of being on the same level of some of the most incredible ocean mammals when they come up to say hello! Not your typical nose to tail, single file, slow rides.. we cater each adventure based on each group and which wonders are put in front of us while on this grand adventure. Come & see for yourself! (4 Hours w transportation)

Juneau Jetski & Whale Adventure

4 hoursFree Cancellation

This private Juneau adventure is perfect for families and small groups looking for a comfortable, crowd-free way to explore Alaska together. Your group of up to 6 guests will enjoy Mendenhall Glacier viewing from Brotherhood Bridge, whale watching, and beginner-friendly kayaking in stable sea kayaks through North Pass. No prior experience is needed, and the private format allows for a more relaxed pace that works well for mixed ages and abilities. With chances to see humpback whales, sea lions, bald eagles, and scenic lighthouse views, plus hearty snacks, nonalcoholic beverages, and roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship docks, this tour makes it easy for families to enjoy a memorable Juneau experience together.

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from $550

Per group

Private Juneau Adventure Whale Watching Kayaking and Glacier View

Private Juneau Adventure Whale Watching Kayaking and Glacier View

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $2,250

Per group

Juneau Whale Watching and Salmon Bake

5 hours

4.8

(300)

from $239

Private Luxury Whale Watch

4 hoursFree Cancellation

(141)

from $3,599

Per group

Juneau Shore Excursion: Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure

6 hours

4.6

(20)

from $494

The vibrant Inside Passage is one of the best places for spotting humpback whales in Alaska, and on this two-part adventure you not only travel up the passage on a small boat but also have the opportunity to kayak alongside the massive creatures. While most whale watching tours only include spotting whales from a distance, this intimate tour allows adventurous travelers to experience the whales up close.

Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure Juneau

Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure Juneau

6 hours

4.5

(13)

from $494

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3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

Hollie_W, May 2026

Highly recommend this tour!

This was an amazing tour! It’s a smaller boat experience so you are not fighting a huge crowd for space. TJ and Andrew made sure we saw whales and stayed informed along the way. Our driver, James, was also very friendly and did a great job. Overall this experience was a 10/10!

Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water

Anne_P, May 2026

Great trip, very well organised, brand new vessel

Very well organised and informative. Excellent trip. It was very wet and cold on the day of our trip, but because we were dressed appropriately we were able to enjoy the experience to it’s best - wear plenty of layers and waterproof coat and trousers

Juneau Whale Watching and Salmon Bake

Jacob_S, May 2026

Whales and salmon, great afternoon

The guides are great at spotting whales.. we got a lot of great pix and videos. The salmon bake was real good too. We feel the price for this excursion was a bit high, and has to be essentially booked months in advance, and is non refundable, but I get the fact that this is very popular and it is what it is. All in all STILL 5 star review.. well done

Juneau Lighthouse Tours - Whale watching & Lighthouse Combo

Jalyssa_G, May 2026

5 Stars All Around!

5 stars from start to finish! Easy to find guide after leaving ship. Shuttle ride shared a lot of great information during drive. And our excursion was AMAZING! Captain Steven, Tess and Annie were fantastic. So grateful we saw not one but half a dozen whales. If we are ever back in Juneau we will take this tour again

Ultimate Juneau Whale Watch

Katharine_C, May 2026

Grand slam (plus): orcas, two humpback whales, porpoises, sea lions (and glacier)!

This was an incredible experience that I recommend to everyone and would do again in a heartbeat! Seeing wildlife is never guaranteed, but we had an incredible day in mid-May. Just out of the harbor we stopped for a pod (family) of orcas including a baby that was still yellow from birth! Apparently they only see orcas about 5% of their trips. Not much long after we stopped to see Pizza the humpback whale feeding. It started to rain, so we went back into the comfortable seating of the enclosed cabin until the Captain spotted Nibblet the humpback whale. Nibblet was accompanied by some porpoises feeding too, and later we saw three sea lions who had crammed onto a buoy to take a nap! Finally, the weather cleared and we saw the Mendenhall Glacier from the water. Binoculars can be used, but weren’t needed. The boat was very comfortable and included an onboard bathroom. The captain and two naturalists were helpful and happy to share information. The driver who picked up the group in downtown Juneau shared interesting tidbits on the way to Auke Bay.