Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
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
- Confirmation by PicTours Alaska with all Add-On Selected will be emailed to valid purchase
- Entertainment
- Live commentary on board
- Stop to Purchase Food-Meal
- Driver/guide and scout
- Lunch Meals are not included. A stop will be provided to purchase meals.
- Ptarmigan ship - price will be excluded from ticket if not specifically selected while booking.
- Glacier Cruise ship upgrade may be added directly from PicTours Alaska's website. May-Sep Only
Meeting Location
Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
600 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
Book Online
Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Alaska Railroad (pass by)
Flattop Mountain (pass by)
Beluga Point
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Byron Glacier Trail
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Chugach State Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary (pass by)
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Portage Glacier
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Explorer Glacier
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chugach National Forest
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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 further includes approval for complimentary photography for your use and possible demonstration of excursion experience in promotions or presentations.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 170 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-100569P2
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