Anchorage Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience - Best Value
Overview
Experience the Big Outdoors and Portage Glacier Cruise!
See the amazing beauty that surrounds Anchorage.
This special tour does not follow any set route. Nor does it follow a time table.
Use your time wisely by going into the wilderness to see wildlife and view glaciers. Summer only: an option, on a 80 ft. cruise ship. (available 11am departure only and May 15 - Sep 15)
We follow the sun, the wind and our hearts to navigate your vacation towards the most scenic locations capable for the day of your tour.
The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience includes entrance into the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. During summer you'll have an option to include a glacier cruise on the mv Ptarmigan.
Learn about our rich history and see the Ring of Glaciers. This award winning tour can not be replicated by any other service or shuttle.
The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience offers highly trained Guides who's sole purpose is making your vacation memories last a lifetime.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Entertainment
- Live commentary on board
- Confirmation by PicTours Alaska with all Add-On Selected will be emailed to valid purchase
- Stop to Purchase Food-Meal
- Driver/guide and scout
- Lunch Meals are not included. A stop will be provided to purchase meals.
- Ptarmigan ship - $50 will be excluded from ticket if not specifically selected while booking.
- $50 Glacier Cruise ship upgrade may be added directly from PicTours Alaska's website. May-Sep Only
Meeting Location
Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
West 7th 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
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Chugach National Forest
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Beluga Point
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Portage Glacier
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Chugach State Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cook Inlet
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Girdwood
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary (Pass By)
Indian Valley Mine, National Historic Site (Pass By)
Girdwood
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Byron Glacier Trail
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Whittier (Pass By)
Explorer Glacier
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Flattop Mountain Trail (Pass By)
Alaska Railroad (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Glacier Cruise Upgrade Available Summer months Only
- Participant Waiver & Release of Liability and Terms & Conditions. By purchasing ticket(s) and/or by participating on a tour, by PicTours Alaska, Inc. you affirm that you and tour attendees accompanying you fully understand and agree to the following Participant Waiver & Release of Liability and Terms & Conditions. I acknowledge, attest, agree and represent that I, and those accompanying me, fully understand and accept, without limitation, sole responsibility for all of the risks associated with my participation while on the tour, including injury and death whether through my own actions or those of other participants, tour guides, pedestrians, automobiles, public transportation, acts of nature or any other external parties.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 105 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Anchorage Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience – Best Value?
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). Read more Apr 2025
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