Alaska Wildlife Center and Turnagain Arm Tour w/Alyeska Tram
Overview
Enjoy a scenic ride along Turnagain Arm, one of Alaska’s most picturesque routes, where you'll take in views of towering mountains, sparkling waters, and rugged wilderness. After a stunning drive, spend one hour at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), where you’ll see bears, moose, bison, wolves, and other native species in spacious enclosures. Learn about the center’s vital conservation efforts while exploring its beautiful, natural habitats.
After your visit, you'll be dropped off at Girdwood Station, where you can catch the FREE Glacier Valley Transit to the Alyeska Tramway. Ride the tram to the top for panoramic views of mountains, glaciers, and wilderness. At the top, explore the Roundhouse Museum, showcasing exhibits on the region’s history, wildlife, and the tram’s engineering marvel. Be sure to book your return on the Girdwood Express back to Anchorage independently, allowing you the flexibility to explore at your own pace.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance Fee into Wildlife Center
- Ayeska Tram Tickets are purchased on your own and is not included in the price of tour.
- There’s so much to see and do in Girdwood—activities are yours to enjoy at your own pace.
- Customers must purchase Girdwood Express return tickets to Anchorage prior to tour departure.
Meeting Location
509 West 3rd Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Alaska customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Entrance Fee into Wildlife Center.
- Ayeska Tram Tickets are purchased on your own and is not included in the price of tour.
- There’s so much to see and do in Girdwood—activities are yours to enjoy at your own pace.
- Customers must purchase Girdwood Express return tickets to Anchorage prior to tour departure.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Alaska Wildlife Center and Turnagain Arm Tour w/Alyeska Tram is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Alaska Wildlife Center and Turnagain Arm Tour w/Alyeska Tram will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Alaska. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance Fee into Wildlife Center
- Ayeska Tram Tickets are purchased on your own and is not included in the price of tour.
- There’s so much to see and do in Girdwood—activities are yours to enjoy at your own pace.
- Customers must purchase Girdwood Express return tickets to Anchorage prior to tour departure.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
