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Portage Glacier Cruise Experience 1 hr drive from Anchorage

Just an hour’s scenic drive from Anchorage along the breathtaking Seward Highway, Portage Glacier offers an unforgettable Alaskan adventure. Board the M/V Ptarmigan, a custom-built sightseeing vessel designed for optimal glacier viewing, including a heated cabin with expansive windows and an open-air top deck. During the one-hour cruise, you’ll glide across the waters of Portage Lake, journeying past cascading waterfalls and steep mountain cliffs. Get up close to the towering wall of Portage Glacier, and with a bit of luck, witness the thrilling sight (and sound!) of calving ice. A U.S. Forest Service ranger provides expert narration, sharing fascinating insights into the area's history, geology, and wildlife. This budget-friendly and family-friendly tour operates daily from mid-May to mid-September, with five departures to fit your schedule. This is the perfect stop to experience one of the state's most iconic glaciers. Please note: Transportation to/from Anchorage NOT INCLUDED

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Portage Glacier Cruise Experience 1 hr drive from Anchorage

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.7

(101)

from $59

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

(1,427)

from $166

Likely to Sell Out

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

(772)

from $297

Likely to Sell Out

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

(2,135)

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

(1,207)

from $231

Denali Experience Flightseeing Tour from Talkeetna

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(849)

from $348

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

(221)

from $189

Special Offer

When your cruise stops at Juneau, see whales in their natural habitat on this whale-watching boat trip, all without the fuss of organizing shore transport. Prebook to secure your place, board a comfortable boat with outdoor decks and heated cabins, and cruise Alaska’s waters to see marine life in the wild. Then, enjoy guaranteed sightings of humpback whales, with a naturalist providing commentary on their behaviors as you cruise.

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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Step off your cruise ship and into a river raft on this 3.5-hour shore excursion along Mendenhall Glacier. An experienced guide rows your raft, allowing you to soak up the gorgeous mountain scenery as you float along for six miles around the foot of the glacier. Wind through stretches of Class II and III whitewater rapids and wrap up the outing with a delicious riverside snack. Families, beginners and the more experienced all will enjoy this Mendenhall Glacier float trip. Port transport from Juneau included.

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Mendenhall Glacier White-Water Rafting & Scenic Float Adventure

3 hours 30 minutes

4.5

(347)

from $209

Your three-hour cruise will take you into the heart of Alaska and introduce you to a family who has made the rivers of Alaska a way of life for five generations. You will see a bush floatplane takeoff alongside the boat, visit the home and kennels of the late four-time Iditarod winner Susan Butcher and see her champion sled dogs in action. Be immersed into the ancient Athabascan Indian culture when our Alaskan Native Guides take you on a personalized tour of the Chena Indian Village. The Binkley family invites you to experience a slice of Alaskan life!

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Riverboat Discovery Tour

3 hours

4.6

(1,458)

from $131

Free Photography lessons. This photo captured using a simple cellphone.

Experience Alaska’s wildlife and landscapes without planning a complex route from Anchorage on your own. This group tour combines glacier views, mountain scenery, wildlife encounters, and historic stops into one well-rounded day through Chugach National Forest and beyond. Along the way, your guide shares local insight and photography tips to help you get more out of the experience and your photos.

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PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(3,332)

from $220

Explore Alaska’s natural beauty—and take the guesswork out of sightseeing—on this wildlife cruise from Sitka. Maximize your chances of seeing whales, sea otters, and seals in the water and look out for brown bears, deer, and bald eagles around the shore too. Follow a route designed especially for wildlife spotting, sail past a dormant volcano, and refuel with a hot drink and snack along the way.

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Sitka Whale Watch and Sea Otter Quest

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(68)

from $159

Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour

2 hours 30 minutes

5.0

(100)

from $210

The Mendenhall Glacier is one of Juneau’s most impressive natural wonders, stretching over 13 miles (21 kilometers). On this half-day tour, enjoy spectacular views of the glacier from the viewing platforms and walkways, and learn more about the mighty glacier at the Visitor Center. Then, set sail on a thrilling whale-watching cruise along the coast and look out for humpback whales, as well as other wildlife such as bald eagles and blue heron.

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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(7,508)

from $249

Likely to Sell Out

Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise and Coach Package

We make it easy to see it all in one day! Relax on the coach as you enjoy the beauty of Turnagain Arm. On the cruise get ready to view one of the largest concentration of glaciers in Alaska. Weather, ice conditions and wildlife activity changes daily and our captains may adjust the route to provide the best cruise experience while keeping your safety and comfort a top priority. We take pride in ensuring that your time with us is an enjoyable memory that becomes a favorite highlight of your Alaska vacation. We operate first-class catamarans. Due to their dual hull design, these powerful high-speed catamarans are extremely stable and able to smoothly navigate through the narrow fjords and passages that lead us to the face of massive glaciers. By operating safely and efficiently, Phillips Cruises & Tours provides a comfortable cruise and our No Seasickness Guarantee assures nervous cruisers the confidence that they will enjoy our cruise without any unpleasant effects.

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Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Cruise and Coach Package

11 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(25)

from $368

Mendenhall Glacier Waterfall 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! This tour offers an additional hour at the Mendenhall Glacier Recreation Area. This gives you an hour and forty-five minutes to two hours to look at salmon, visit the Visitor's Center, and make the hike to Nugget Falls! 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 Waterfall and Whale Watching Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(217)

from $199

3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

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.

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3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(1,540)

from $189

Whale Watching With a Peek at the Mendenhall Glacier

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.

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Whale Watching With a Peek at the Mendenhall Glacier

3 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(14)

from $185

While most visitors only see the Mendenhall Glacier from crowded viewpoints, this tour takes adventurous travelers on a canoe trip to the base of the glacier for a completely different perspective of the majestic ice. With canoe lessons and a guide, the tour is open to first-time paddlers and the mellow water means you can take along a camera and capture the arctic cliffs, icebergs, and pristine blue ice.

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Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(1,583)

from $251

Waterfalls & Wildlife Scenic Cruise - Skagway, Alaska

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(149)

from $219

Alaska Wildlife Tour in Kachemak Bay

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(198)

from $143

Kayak Tours

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(364)

from $180

2.5-Hour Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure Tour

Explore the Alaskan wilderness by ATV from Denali. View Denali National Park landmarks such as Otto Lake, Healy Valley, and the Alaska Range, and look for wildlife including moose. Ride either an automatic single or double ATV through rugged terrain, splashing through water (weather permitting) and traversing rocky creek beds at speeds of up to 30 miles (48 kilometers) per hour. Hotel pickup and drop-off from select hotels is included for convenience.

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2.5-Hour Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,089)

from $146

Discover the beauty of Alaska’s Icy Strait on this exclusive 6-passenger, small-group boat tour, and maximize your chances of spotting whales. The custom built catamaran has both indoor and outdoor seating, a spacious deck for photography, an enclosed heated cabin, as well as an onboard restroom. In addition to humpback whales, other exciting Alaskan wildlife may be encountered, including orcas, brown bears, sea lions, otters, eagles, and more.

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Icy Strait Whale & Wildlife Endeavor

3 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(234)

from $287

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