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3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska

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Our 20 passenger catamaran offers you and your loved ones a personal experience without the crowds. Elevated custom seats are sure to keep you at the optimal height for taking in Juneau's majestic views. Our spacious heated cabin with extra large windows frame perfect photo opportunities of the vast shorelines, glaciers and local wildlife. Enjoy outside viewing of the whales, sea lions and eagles from our full walk around deck. Welcome aboard; we look forward to serving you.

What's Included

  • Bottled water Bring your own water and snacks. Complimentary water available upon request.
  • Restroom on board

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    Downtown Juneau-Mount Roberts Goldbelt Tramway - Instructions: We do not have a doc rep. Our bus driver will check you in on the sidewalk 15 minutes before the start time of your tour. We will meet you on the southern side of the Mount Roberts Goldbelt Tram. Arrive no later than your tour start time. Please stay clear of the large crowd under the trees as that is an unaffiliated company's meeting area. We drive a 28 passenger white Thomas bus that says Juneau Whale Tours/JWT on the side in dark blue lettering with our whale logo behind the rear tire. Our driver will be wearing a BRIGHT YELLOW HI-VIS VEST and holding a white sign with our whale logo and name on it. We will return you to the same location at the end of your time with us.READ ME IF YOU ARE IN PORT AT AJ DOCK!!!! AJ dock is 1 MILE AWAY from the Mount Roberts Goldbelt Tram. The city of Juneau provides frequent buses that will transport you to & from the Mt Roberts Goldbelt Tram (downtown) for a small fee. PLEASE PLAN FOR THIS ADDITIONAL STEP!!! ***WE DO NOT PICK UP FROM AJ.***Auke Bay/Statter Harbor - Instructions: 11497 Auke Bay Harbor Road Juneau, AK 99801. The meeting time on this end of town is 20 mins after your tour's start time. Watch for the JWT bus pulling into Statter Harbor at approximately the same time. We arrive and exit on the side of the marina with the grey building that has a "V" shaped roof. (Not the Harbor Office building.)*If you are planning on meeting at Statter Harbor please text your name, date and tour time; otherwise there might be a search party looking for you at the downtown pick up location.

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    Auke Bay

    Let us show you around the waters of Juneau Alaska! We will pick you up in our complimentary bus (30 mins each way) and take you to our custom 40' catamaran with individual seating for 20 passengers. Once aboard our vessel our experienced naturalist and captain will take you out for 2.25 hours to show you the thriving marine wildlife in SE Alaska. We have designed our vessels for this area with spacious walk around decks so you can view whales in a more intimate setting. Join us for an experience that is a step above the rest.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Your safety is our top priority. If we should need to cancel you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • Cool Alaska / Cool Alaska communications are limited please contact us prior to your cruise for clear meeting instructions. Thank you.
    • We here at JWT are always aiming to reduce our impact on the environment. It's important for all of us to keep our beloved whales and water safe and happy. Therefore, if any of our tours have 5 or less participants on it, we will unfortunately be canceling. We will do our best to reschedule your party or, if that is not feasible, we will issue a full refund.

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    Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?

    A: As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on 3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Frequently Asked Questions (9)

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    Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
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    As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on 3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.

    Dec 2022
    Q: Will I get seasick on 3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska?
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    If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

    Feb 2023
    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska?
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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 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.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Bottled water. Bring your own water and snacks. Complimentary water available upon request.
    • Restroom on board.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    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 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If 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 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the 3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska is as follows:

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska 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!

     

     

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    What's Included

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    • Bottled waterBring your own water and snacks. Complimentary water available upon request.
    • Restroom on board

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
    • Most travelers can participate.
    • This tour will have a maximum of 20 travelers.
    • We operate in all weather conditions. Please consider warm layers of clothing with an outer layer that is waterproof. Comfortable, non-slip shoes are recommended.
    • Your safety is our top priority. If we should need to cancel you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • TripAdvisor/Viator communications are limited please contact us prior to your cruise for clear meeting instructions. Thank you.
    • We here at JWT are always aiming to reduce our impact on the environment. It's important for all of us to keep our beloved whales and water safe and happy. Therefore, if any of our tours have 5 or less participants on it, we will unfortunately be canceling. We will do our best to reschedule your party or, if that is not feasible, we will issue a full refund.
    • WARNING!!!! If you choose "book now/pay later" Viator WILL NOT SEND YOU YOUR CONFIRMATION UNTIL YOU ARE ON YOUR CRUISE SHIP WITH LITTLE TO NO INTERNET. Call us before you leave home so we may manually send your instructions.
    • Arrive at the Goldbelt Tram NO LATER THAN YOUR TOURS START TIME.
    • JWT is not responsible for lost or damaged personal items.
    • We Reserve the Right to Refuse Service to Anyone.
    • "BOOK NOW/PAY LATER" WARNING!!! If, for ANY reason, your card is rejected you (and JWT) will not know until it is too late to be corrected. Your seat will become available for others to book without warning. PROCEED WITH CAUTION IF YOU CHOOSE THIS OPTION!! We have seen this in action and it is heartbreaking. We DO NOT recommend this option!
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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    • 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.
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