Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Tours and Tickets

Q: What is the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and where is it located in Anchorage?

The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a non-profit sanctuary that preserves Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and animal care. Spanning 200 acres (81 hectares), the center is home to orphaned and injured animals. It’s in Portage Valley, south of Anchorage, at Mile 79 of the Seward Highway.

Q: What types of wildlife can visitors expect to see at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center?

The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is home to various native Alaskan wildlife. Visitors can expect to see brown bears, black bears, moose, bull elk, elk, Sitka black-tailed deer, wood bison, muskox, wolves, coyotes, foxes, lynx, bald eagle, porcupines, and American red squirrel in different enclosures over 200 acres (81 hectares).

Q: Are guided tours available at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center?

Yes, guided tours are available at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Paid tours include the 1.5-hour Walk on the Wild Side Tour (available year-round), the 30-minute Bear Encounter Tour (over the summer), and the 30-minute Moose Encounter Tour (available over the summer). A 30- or 60-minute Virtual Tour is also available.

Q: How do I get to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center from downtown Anchorage?

From Anchorage, take AK Route 1 (the Seward Highway) south for around 47 miles past Girdwood to Mile 79 of the highway. The center is located just before the Portage Glacier Road turnoff. Visitors can also take a taxi or rideshare but should have the driver wait, as return pick-ups may not be possible.

Q: Are there any specific safety guidelines or regulations visitors should know at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center?

Yes, there are specific safety guidelines to follow when visiting the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Do not touch or feed the animals (except under supervised encounters), and do not taunt or harass animals. Pets should be kept inside vehicles, and children should be kept away from fences. Visitors should also dispose of garbage properly.

Q: Can visitors interact with the animals at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center?

Visitors can only interact with animals as part of a guided tour and encounter, such as the Walk on the Wild Side Tour, Bear Encounter, and Moose Encounter, where tour participants get the opportunity to feed an animal or participate in their feeding under close supervision from staff.

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Anchorage to Whittier Wildlife Adventure

Make the most of the trip from Anchorage to the Whittier Cruise Terminal with a wildlife tour that takes you on the scenic Seward Highway and through the stunning Portage Pass. Learn about the history of the area from your driver-guide then stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where injured and orphaned animals are rehabilitated. Your final stop is the cruise terminal in time for departure.

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Step off your cruise in Whittier and turn your transfer into an Alaskan adventure. Journey along the breathtaking Seward Highway, where glaciers, mountains, and the sparkling Turnagain Arm create unforgettable scenery. Your professional driver-guide shares stories of Alaska’s Indigenous traditions, gold rush history, and the quirky beginnings of Whittier. A highlight is visiting the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, home to bears, moose, bison, and more in natural habitats. The tour concludes with convenient drop-offs in Anchorage—at the airport or downtown—making this the most memorable and stress-free way to begin the next chapter of your Alaska journey.

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Meet the animals of Alaska on a half-day tour from Anchorage. Travel down the gorgeous Seward Parkway along the Turnagain Arm waterway to viewpoints including Bird Point and Beluga Point. Take in the breathtaking scenery, then continue to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Go inside the sprawling nature preserve for injured animals to view large land animals, such as fox, lynx, grizzly bear, caribou, wood bison and more up close.

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See the Portage Glacier on a small-group tour from Anchorage. Follow the scenic Seward Parkway through the breathtaking landscape of the Turnagain Arm waterway, stopping at Beluga Point and the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge to look for wildlife. Take a cruise on Portage Lake to observe the Portage Glacier up close, then check out wild animals that are being rehabilitated at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Stop for provided light snacks and water in the town of Girdwood near Mt. Alyeska and take in the Chugach Mountains.

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Enjoy a 4 hour tour from Anchorage to the Seward Cruise Terminal. Traveling on the scenic Seward Highway and through the stunning Turnagain Pass. Your driver will guide you through the history of the Kenai Peninsula and Turnagain Pass from the Indigenous people who first lived there, to Russian fur traders to the discovery of gold, coal, and oil. This tour includes a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The nonprofit center that is dedicated to preservation, education, research, and animal care. The center takes in injured and orphaned animals to rehabilitate and provide permanent homes at the center. Pick up times: 11:30 Downtown Anchorage - (939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) Hotel Captain Cook 12:00 Anchorage Airport - Baggage Claim level outside door #1 in the courtyard by the large red semicircles.

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Hit the road with the Alaska Self-Guided Bundle, including tours for Anchorage, Seward, Homer, and Denali. Cruise the Seward Highway for glacier views, coastal wildlife, and big mountain scenery, then follow the Sterling Highway through turquoise lakes and Kenai Peninsula towns to Homer. From Anchorage, head north on the Parks Highway via Eagle River, the Mat-Su Valley, and Talkeetna to Denali State Park and Denali National Park. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

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Make the most of your transfer from Whittier to Anchorage by hopping on an action-packed small-group tour which makes the journey as exciting as the destination. Immerse yourself in Alaska’s nature, food, and culture as you wind around sublime landscapes to wildlife sanctuaries, taste local artisanal produce, and visit historic landmarks such as Earthquake Park. Plus–keep your eyes peeled for Beluga whales along the Turnagain Arm.

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Self-Guided Seward Hwy Scenic Drive: Anchorage-Seward Roundtrip

Drive along the Anchorage to Seward Scenic Drive, where glaciers meet the sea and wildlife thrives in Kenai Fjords National Park. This route is renowned for its stunning landscapes, from majestic mountains to pristine coastlines. Along the way, explore the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, home to bears, moose, and more. The drive also takes you through the serene Portage Valley and alongside the Resurrection River, offering some of the best views of Alaska’s untouched wilderness. Purchase one tour per car, not per person! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, & enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

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Whittier to Anchorage Cruise Transfer & Wildlife Tour

Experience the best of Alaska’s wildlife and natural treasures in a day during this curated tour from your cruise port in Whittier. Highlights include stopping at a wildlife conservation center, home to hundreds of species, and a hike to Byron Glacier. Side step the long bus lines at the cruise port and instead ride in comfort and style as you wind around scenic valleys and coastal roads.

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Our shuttle to Anchorage starts with a trip to Exit Glacier located in Kenai National Park. Then on to an amazing journey through the Chugach Mountains & along Turnagain Arm, where the beauty of Alaska will not disappoint! Look for Beluga Whales, Dall Sheep as we wind our way into Anchorage. Our first stop will be the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, which is a sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife, you'll see native Alaskan animals and many other species. As we arrive into Anchorage we'll stop at Earthquake Park to see where the massive earthquake in 1964, swallowed a housing community, then off to Lake Hood, the largest Sea Plane base in the US, to watch amazing pilots take off & land. Finally we'll stop by a Chocolate Factory & Gift shop to enjoy some sweet samples, & view the worlds tallest chocolate waterfall. This is truly an amazing tour that you will thoroughly enjoy! At the end of your tour, we will drop you off anywhere in Anchorage, at your request

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VIP Tour from Anchorage to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Robert_D, Aug 2025

My wife and I did the VIP...

My wife and I did the VIP tour of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) with Martin, and we had a great time. Martin taught us a lot about Alaska, the Anchorage area, Turnagain Arm and the AWCC. The tour was educational and entertaining, we certainly would recommend Martin and the tour.

Alaska Wildlife Day Tour with Free Hotel Pickup

Michael_S, Sep 2025

Lori is great operator...

Lori is great operator shame the weather was bad the trip was called off on our there for safety reasons, the wind was blowing the van around the road. She offered us a refund which we declined, as she still has costs to cover.

Alaska Wildlife Day Tour with Free Hotel Pickup

Kathy_B, Sep 2025

First Class Afternoon

Lori is very knowledgeable about the animal conservation center and the area covered in travel to it. She is a wealth of information. Very pleasant day. She had waters and a box of snacks.

Alaska Wildlife Tour

Patrick_H, Sep 2025

It was an awesome tour!!...

It was an awesome tour!! Loved the Alaskan Wildlife Conservation Center! Our driver Christine was full of energy and really did all she could to help us see what we set out to see! This experience it worth it and then some!

Alaska Wildlife Tour

Maurizio_P, Sep 2025

I booked an excursion to...

I booked an excursion to the AWCC to have an opportunity to see Alaska’s wildlife up close — all cared for with great respect and dedication. 2 hours are more than perfect! Our guide was amazing: knowledgeable, passionate, and always happy to answer questions. Thanks to his enthusiasm and detailed explanations, the whole experience was even more engaging and memorable. I highly recommend this excursion to anyone wanting to connect with nature and learn more about Alaska’s native animals.