Anchorage

Tours

Board a stable, state-of-the-art catamaran in Seward and experience a thrilling cruise through the Kenai Fjords National Park. Admire the views of wildlife, glaciers, and mountains as you cruise through Resurrection Bay, learning the history of the region from your captain. Set off from Seward and begin searching for wildlife in the protected waters of Resurrection Bay in the Gulf of Alaska. Keep a look out for whales, sea otters, and puffins as your captain will provide plenty of information about the area's wildlife, glaciers, fjords, and history. Stop to admire one of the towering tidewater glaciers, where you may witness giant chunks of glacial ice break off and crash into the water. Savor a deli-style sandwich for lunch on board while you cruise through the area. You can also purchase some local beers or a cocktail from the onboard bar.

Enjoy an admission ticket that will grant you access to over 200-acres of animal enclosures and stunning nature. Take a self-tour of the scenic 1.5-mile loop, accessible by foot, by bike, or by car, while learning about the resident wildlife via interpretive signs at each animal habitat. Support the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, which is a non-profit sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care. The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is located in Portage Valley and is surrounded by the breathtaking Chugach Mountain Range and Turnagain Arm Inlet. Venture through the AWCC’s 1.5 mile loop which is the perfect adventure for the winter months. Experience unique ways to explore the Center while enjoying the wildlife in the winter include gliding on your cross country skis, riding your fat bike, or utilizing AWCC’s complimentary kick-sled rentals. Relax on board your own vehicle with a picturesque 1.5 mile loop drive around the sanctuary. See orphaned and injured animals taken in by the AWCC that have now been given a forever home.

Embark on a guided sightseeing cruise from Seward along Resurrection Bay from Seward with guided commentary. Encounter native wildlife like whales, puffins, sea otters, and more before witnessing the natural beauty of the Kenai Fjords National Park. Benefit from a shuttle from the railroad depot or the cruise ship port. Then, head off the beaten track in search of wildlife where they often appear through Resurrection Bay. With the help of binoculars, watch as sea otters carry their pups on their bellies. Marvel at the speed of the Dall's porpoise as they surf the vessel's wake. Be awed by the size and majesty of orcas, humpbacks, and other incredible whale species, and learn about their habitat from the onboard guide. Take in the wild natural beauty of the Kenai Fjords National Park.

Experience up-close views of the glaciers and wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park on this round-trip cruise from Seward. Sail past the majestic Holgate and Aialik Glaciers and enjoy a complimentary deli lunch. Listen as the captain explains the surrounding geology and wildlife. Step aboard a stable, high-speed catamaran for a full day of exploring Kenai Fjords National Park. Start your cruise in Resurrection Bay and learn about the park, the surrounding area, and wildlife from your captain. Allow your captain to take you to the best wildlife viewing areas for the opportunity to see stunning marine life including whales, otters, seals, and thousands of seabirds. Head out into the Gulf of Alaska past Bear Glacier, the largest glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park. Take advantage of getting up close with 2 active tidewater glaciers, Aialik Glacier and Holgate Glacier as your cruise stops nearby. Watch for calving, where giant chunks of glacier ice break off and crash into the water. Experienced deckhands will secure a chunk of glacier ice to make the most amazing cocktails and glacier margaritas.

All Aboard, Anchorage’s favorite city tour! Hop on our fully narrated trolley tour as we travel 15 miles through Anchorage's most scenic and historic sites. Listen as our guides share their family stories from growing up in Alaska. Hear the most riveting moments in Anchorage’s history, from our past to present-day life. Watch as seaplanes splash land on Lake Hood, travel back in time at Earthquake Park to see the shock waves frozen in time, explore Anchorage's oldest neighborhoods, and so much more. All along the way, help spot our most famous Alaskan resident, the mighty moose. Every minute of the tour, you’ll be guided by a local Alaskan sharing why they love Anchorage. Every ticket comes with a complimentary coupon book with over 40 businesses within walking distance for saving on restaurants, gift shops, other tours and local attractions. So, when you’re ready to get the “lay of the land” or just have an hour in town, this tour is the perfect way to begin your adventure in Anchorage!

The 26 Glacier Cruise departs from Whittier to explore the calm waters and wild sights of Alaska’s Prince William Sound. Discover glacier-carved fjords and pristine wilderness around every turn. Watch for marine wildlife and migratory birds along the way. Travel in comfort aboard safe, modern high-speed catamarans. Prince William Sound boasts one of the world’s largest concentrations of tidewater glaciers. Harriman and College Fjord provide impressive panoramic views of spectacular glaciers flowing down from the mountains to the saltwater. As the Captain navigates a path through the ice-filled waters, watch the dynamic tidewater glaciers closely as massive chunks of ice can calve (break off) at any moment and crash to the sea with a thunderous sound. Marine wildlife and migratory birds easily outnumber people in Prince William Sound, so the odds are good that you will see a lot more than glaciers on our cruises! Sea otters are a common sight, along with harbor seals, Bald eagles, and kittiwakes. There are five species of wild Alaska salmon in the Sound. When the fish are in, the whales and bears will follow! It is not uncommon to see orca whales, humpback whales, sea lions, black bears, mountain goats, Dall’s porpoise, and migratory birds on our 26 Glacier Cruise.

Board a Turnagain Arm Shuttle from Anchorage for a guided drive along Alaska’s scenic highway, taking in dramatic views of mountains and the Cook Inlet. Head directly to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and join them in their mission to provide refuge for orphaned, injured, and ill animals. On the way to the wildlife center, pass through the Chugach State Park down Alaska’s most scenic stretch of highway. Start your visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with a custom tour of Turnagain Arm, witnessing native wildlife up close. Stop at Beluga Point for sweeping views of Turnagain Arm. Make offerings to the Sheep and Whale Gods for possible opportunities to see Dall sheep and Beluga whales passing through. Your guides will do their best to sync you up for a once-in-a-lifetime rendezvous with these enchanted creatures. At Portage Valley, see Explorer Glacier, Middle Glacier, and Byron Glacier and take a walk through a rainforest. Continue to Potter Marsh, peppered by spruce, cottonwoods, and alder trees, for a nearly panoramic view of Turnagain arm.

Learn about the rich history and natural beauty of Alaska's largest city and ride the trolley to 5+ stops throughout downtown Anchorage. Travel comfortably and take in some of the city's most exciting landmarks such as the Lake Hood small airplane airport. During the tour you will visit iconic locations such as Ship Creek, Earthquake Park, and Point Wornzoff. At each stop you will get the chance to hop-off for a few minutes, take pictures and ask questions to your knowledgeable, passionate, expert local guides.

Discover the pristine beauty of Alaska’s Prince William Sound on a high-speed catamaran cruise from Whittier. Admire the sights of Blackstone Bay and keep a lookout for wildlife on a scenic cruise, while enjoying a tasty meal onboard. Start with pickup from a meeting point in Alyeska or Anchorage, or choose to make your own way to the meeting point in Whittier. Upon arrival, get checked in and then board the high-speed catamaran to set off on your adventure through Prince William Sound Cruise from this quaint seaside town of Whittier to glacier-filled Blackstone Bay, a dramatic deep-water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. Admire the panoramic views of spectacular glaciers flowing down from the mountains to the saltwater. Travel in comfort aboard a secure, modern high-speed catamaran. Learn a bit more about the area and hear local stories from the live onboard commentary from a Chugach National Forest Service ranger. As the captain navigates a path through the ice-filled waters, watch the dynamic tidewater glaciers closely as massive chunks of ice can calve (break off) at any moment and crash to the sea with a thunderous sound. Keep watch for marine wildlife and migratory birds along the way, including sea otters, harbour seals, bald eagles, kittiwakes, and migratory birds. Depending on the season, you may spot whales and bears feeding on the migrating salmon population. During the cruise, enjoy a delicious meal onboard the vessel. Select from the following options: • Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon Chowder served with oyster crackers, a fresh Julienne vegetable salad, a multi-grain roll, a cheddar cheese snack, a fruit snack, and a peppermint pattie. • Hearty Vegetable Chili served with oyster crackers, a fresh Julienne vegetable salad, a multi-grain roll, a cheddar cheese snack, a fruit snack, and a peppermint pattie. • No meal requested - Select this option if you are traveling with an infant or you have special dietary restrictions that cannot be accommodated by the above options. • Kids Meal (ages 2-11) featuring an all-beef hot dog, potato chips, a fruit snack, and a peppermint pattie.

Discover the beauty of the Matanuska Glacier on foot with this guided walking tour that departs from Glacier View. Uncover the wonders of one of Alaska’s most accessible glaciers. Get outfitted with all the necessary gear and be transported by vehicle to the glacier terminus at the front of the park. Follow your guide through the rock fields of the large terminal moraine and onto the impressive ‘Ice Falls’ area of the Matanuska Glacier. This expanse of dense glacier ice naturally falls over the submerged rock deposit underneath it and reflects back up, creating jagged upward spire formations (seracs). Admire views of a small lake at the front of the ‘Ice Falls’ that is the creation point for the water that feeds a powerful Matanuska river that is just downstream. Along the way, there are constant views and evolving glacier features to check out. Have the chance to see erratics (deposited rock), flowing moulins, and deep crevasses as you pass through an ever-evolving landscape with active geology all around you. Have the chance to fill your water bottle with some glacier water along the way. Return to your starting point at the end of your your, reflecting on your unforgettable glacier adventure in the heart of the Alaskan wilderness.