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Anchorage Winter Wonderland Photo Tour

3 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 3 reviews collected by Cool Alaska and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Anchorage, USA

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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

This daytime winter photo tour explores the natural beauty of the Anchorage area, providing access to stunning landscapes and wildlife opportunities.

Explore the beauty of winter, from frosty woods to ice falls, snow-covered mountains to coastal sunsets, as you visit 4-5 different locations. Destinations can include Chugach State Park, Turnagain Arm, and the coast of Cook Inlet. Departure times will vary according to the timing of sunset, and throughout the tour, you’ll be offered creative and technical support by your Alaska Photo Treks guide.

This winter photo tour is fun for everyone, from casual picture-takers using cell phone cameras to avid photographers with high-end gear, and it’s a great way to see the beauty of winter while developing your photography skills.

Book it at the start of your Alaska trip so you can learn tools to help you better document and enjoy the rest of your Alaska vacation!

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks
  • Tripods for smartphones and DSLR cameras
  • Cameras
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Tour pick up schedule will be sent via email no later than 24 hours in advance of your tour start time.Hotel pick up is available for all guests staying at Anchorage-area hotels. Note that hotels in Girdwood, Chugiak, and Eagle River are not included. Pick up from Airbnbs is available on a case by case basis as long as the location is near an Anchorage-area hotel in the Downtown, Midtown, or Spenard neighborhoods.

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907 E Dowling Rd #
Anchorage, AK 99518, USA

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Lake Hood Seaplane Base

Photograph the iconic Alaskan float plane at the busiest seaplane base in the world! On colder, frosty days, this location is a great opportunity to capture the contrast between the natural and the mechanical.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kincaid Park

Keep an eye out for moose as you drive through Kincaid Park. There will be the opportunity to make stops and take short walks to better capture the natural beauty and local wildlife.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Campbell Creek Park

Your photographer guide always has their finger on the pulse when it comes to where wildlife has been spotted, and they'll make stops to ensure you have the best chance of viewing different species throughout your tour.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Turnagain Arm Drive

While driving along Turnagain Arm in the winter, you may see waterfalls that have frozen in motion. You'll also have the opportunity to capture iconic landscapes along the upper Cook Inlet.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chugach State Park

Visiting the Glen Alps section of Chugach State Park puts you at a higher elevation, perfect for photographing the surrounding epic and snowy mountain landscapes.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Campbell Creek Estuary

End your tour by shooting the sunset, and head back to your hotel having deepened your connection with Alaska through the art of photography.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility limitations
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Anchorage Winter Wonderland Photo Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • Snacks
  • Tripods for smartphones and DSLR cameras
  • Hotel pick up and drop off (if option selected)
  • Creative and technical photography instruction and support
  • Natural history narrative en route
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Cameras
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for children under the age of 12
  • Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility limitations
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • 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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • 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.

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