3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Arrive at the Goldbelt Tram (downtown) NO LATER THAN YOUR TOUR'S 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.
What To Expect
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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3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau, Alaska
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bring your own water and snacks. Complimentary water available upon request.
Restroom on board
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,331 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Loved this tour company!
Maria G,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour company responded to my questions promptly, reassuring me that they would have us back to our boat on time. I was given clear, concise directions on where to meet. Andrew and TJ were excellent! They were knowledgeable, entertaining, and accommodating. We were given a choice after we had watched Humpbacks for a while on whether we wanted to move locations to where we might see Orcas. We found them and I was able to cross off one of the items on my life list: seeing an Orca breach. I couldn’t get a picture, but Andrew got several wonderful ones and air dropped them to us.
Must Do Wildlife & Scenery Photo Op
apriltsd88,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joe (bus driver) was spectacular! He was very informative along the way telling us a little history & pointing out some highlights. TJ (captain) & Andrew (first mate) were a blast! Very small & intimate outing. We seen lots of whales & sea lions. Lots of opportunities for photos of both wildlife & scenery. Andrew was kind enough to share a few of his photos from his professional camera. Stunning shots! I could not recommend this tour to anyone enough! The guys were even nice enough to take photos of us & our parties. Thanks for a wonderful time JWT! April Templin
Highly Recommend!
Margaret L,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great excursion! The 2 guys who were in charge were fantastic. Took us to see whales and kept us entertained. We only had 13 people so it was a great personalized experience. Highly recommend for a great time.
Wonderful trip
B192HSjosephh,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing day out on the water. Entertaining crew lots of whales, amazing scenery.
Best “Whale Team” by far !!
Angie F,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best crew and the best time !! They were so knowledgeable and fun. Gave us Alaska newbies the best sightings and so many memories that we’ll be able to share forever … thanks guys… you’re top notch !
And a playful sea otter too!
sheila o,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful afternoon with Captain TJ and his mate. The small boat experience was the best. Husband (Navy 22 year veteran) says Captain has excellent boat handling skills which he used to take us into places larger ships couldn't go. Seats were higher up so that you had better sight of many animals. Shuttle bus great, convenient to ship.
Best cruise!!!
Mary beth H,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great crew. Great boat. Otters. Birds. Seals. Whale soup was awesome. Couldn’t ask for more.
So much tail - so little...
Marc D,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00So much tail - so little time! Best whale watching day ever!! We found ourselves in whale soup - and we got mugged!! Thanks for that!!
Outstanding Whale Watching Experience!
J8386MEdanab,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This Whale Watch tour was exceptional in every way. From pickup to drop off it was non-stop smiles. Alan the bus driver was funny and informative. Once he handed us off to Captain TJ mate Andrew, it was fantastic! The tour boat is unique and uniquely suited to small group whale watching with a 360 degree outside deck for unobstructed viewing once we reached the viewing area. TJ knew just how to position the boat for the best view on each whale we saw ( roughly 6-8 sightings/viewings during our time on the feeding area. We also saw a number of bald eagles flying and dropping on fish! We got super lucky with the weather, but I know the experience would have been excellent even if the weather had not been, thanks to this crew! Don’t pass up this small company in favor of a crowded and less agile tour boat!
Small Group Tour with excellent Staff , transport , and boat.
480alasdairs,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience from start to finish. Driver Allan was a mine of information on the short drive to / from the dock ( pick up right at cruise dock ) and very entertaining. Avoid the huge tour boats you will book via the cruise ship - this is a 20 person boat with excellent seating for everyone and a walk around outside deck.The captains on the boat are superb , knowledgable and entertaining. And we saw lots of whales , a sea otter , bald eagles , a black bear , and wonderful scenery.
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