Portage Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Explorer Tour

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Stop At: Portage Glacier, Portage Lake Loop, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK

Experience the sheer awesome face of a mighty Alaska glacier on your one-hour cruise aboard the mv Ptarmigan. Standing just 300 yards from a relic of the Ice Age and watching for icebergs to break off the glacier and crash into the water below. You will find out why Portage Glacier is Alaska's second most visited attraction.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Mile 79 Seward Highway, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK 99587

At the 140-acre Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, jaws drop in awe-even those of longtime Alaskans. AWCC’s mission is to provide refuge for orphaned, injured and ill animals-those that can’t survive in the wild. The center also educates visitors about Alaska’s Wildlife. Some animals you will see are brown bears, black bears, wolf pack, wood bison, moose etc...

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Chugach National Forest, Alaska

Take our breathtaking ride down the Seward Highway voted top scenic byways in America where you will view awe-inspiring stops along Turnagain Arm.

Alaska's Seward Highway climbs over mountain passes where you're surrounded by jaw-dropping views of jagged peaks, rain forests, crystal lakes and the Pacific Ocean. This highway truly is, a photographer's dream. Potter Marsh marks the end of city views and the beginning of wilderness—it's absolutely a "birder's" paradise! While driving along this road, we stop at many opportunities with ample time to take in the breathtaking views that will make your soul sing.

Duration: 1 hour

Included
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Entry/Admission - Portage Glacier
  • Entry/Admission - Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Not included
  • Gratuities
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please provide hotel information at booking
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Features
Tourism
85% Cultural
50% Original
25% Aquatic
20%
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