Whittier to Anchorage Wildlife Extravaganza

5.00

5.0(13 reviews)

3 hours

English

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Available languages

English

3 hours

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Step off your cruise in Whittier and turn your transfer into an Alaskan adventure. Journey along the breathtaking Seward Highway, where glaciers, mountains, and the sparkling Turnagain Arm create unforgettable scenery. Your professional driver-guide shares stories of Alaska’s Indigenous traditions, gold rush history, and the quirky beginnings of Whittier.

A highlight is visiting the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, home to bears, moose, bison, and more in natural habitats. The tour concludes with convenient drop-offs in Anchorage—at the airport or downtown—making this the most memorable and stress-free way to begin the next chapter of your Alaska journey.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Important Note: Guest can carry their own infant carrier as we have seatbelts on each seats.

What To Expect

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

A highlight of your journey is a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a 200-acre sanctuary dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of Alaska’s iconic animals. Walk the scenic trails and observe bears, moose, bison, musk oxen, and more in spacious natural habitats, all while learning about the center’s mission to protect Alaska’s wildlife.

1 hour • Admission Included

Options

Whittier to Anchorage Wildlife Extravaganza

What‘s Included

Admission to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Food and drink is not included in this tour, however, the Forget-Me-Not Foods food truck is on site at the center during the summer months serving hot/cold beverages, & grab-n-go snacks.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.00

13 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great Job, Convenient, and On Time
josho824,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Pacific Alaska Tours did a great job on this booking. They were on time at the terminal and kept us on time the whole way. They asked up front about flight arrangements for everyone on the bus to ensure they didn't miss getting us to the airport on time. They provided helpful details of the area on the ride. Nathan and Hally did a great job for us!
Great tour!
CM C,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joe was very knowledgeable about the area and we learned a lot about Whittier, Anchorage, local wildlife and the environment. The tour was very organized and we had plenty of time at the Wildlife Center. One note: the tour stated it would begin at 9 but we boarded the bus by 8 when we disembarked. We did not know that this would happen and might have held up the tour had we disembarked later or ran for coffee thinking we would leave at 9.
Good way to go from ship to airport!
Heather T,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The wildlife extravaganza was well worth it. Although the weather didn’t cooperate because of rain, we did see all the animals and did not feel rushed. We had a very pleasant bus driver ( Brian , I believe was his name) who was informative,, accommodating and friendly. He talked about the history of Whittier, explained the sights along the drive and dropped passengers off at the airport on time. We left the cruise port on time but the signage for their company could be a little larger because after the disembarkation from the ship, with all the passengers getting off and the luggage in the hall of the cruise port terminal, it was a little difficult to find the tour representative. I recommend this tour as a way to get from the cruise port to the airport because once you arrive in Anchorage, you’re closer to the check-in time of any hotels that you might want to stay in. I also found it was a little less costly than the ship’s transportation from the cruise port to Anchorage airport . We were a party of six people, and everyone had the same opinion that it was a good tour.
The best choice for cruise transfer from Whittier to Anchorage!!!
KatieD551,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I am sooo glad I choose this package! The cruise ship and their own tour and it was much more expensive. The female tour guide was also the driver and her enthusiasm was magnificent! Sorry I don't' remember her name but it was on Wednesday June 3rd form Whittier to Anchorage! Great experience!
Glad we booked!
Karissa J,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent! It was easy to find the kiosk in the NCL Terminal, the workers were all friendly! Our driver, Sam, was super nice, had interesting things to say, and drove well-even on a crazy busy time at the airport with cars and busses going everywhere! I really wish we could have had a bit more time at the conservation center, but it was still cool to see what we saw! The drive to Anchorage was beautiful and we even got to see the bore tide coming in!
Agreat way to get from...
David W,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Agreat way to get from Whittier to anchorage with an extra treat with the visit to the wilderness experience our driver Sam went out of his way to make the trip interesting and pleasant.
Great experience! Watch the mosquitos
David B,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Bring bug spray! The mosquito bites will haunt you on your flight home! They are tons of them!! Joe our guide and driver was EXCELLENT! It was a very pleasant drive and well worth the money!
Our bus driver was amazing. Since he was born and raised in AK, he was so informative about the area.
Courtney W,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
He was great about pointing out the wildlife along the way. My whole family got off the bus and said how great he was about sharing his personal stories about growing up in AK.
Highly recommended trip
Huimin L,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
I really like our tour guide Amelia. She is very passionate, knowledgeable and caring. Very informative trip. See a lot of wild animals. Highly recommend.
Loved the wildlife at the...
Mary E,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Loved the wildlife at the preserve. The bus ride was comfortable. We had a little bit of confusion about the pick up point, but a message to the tour operator got that sorted out. It was convenient and a nice pace. The timing was great for a 2:30 flight.

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Whittier to Anchorage Wildlife Extravaganza

5.00

5.0(13 reviews)

3 hours

English

Mobile ticket

Show all 7 photos

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Important Note: Guest can carry their own infant carrier as we have seatbelts on each seats.

What To Expect

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

1 hour • Admission Included

Options

Whittier to Anchorage Wildlife Extravaganza

What‘s Included

Admission to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Food and drink is not included in this tour, however, the Forget-Me-Not Foods food truck is on site at the center during the summer months serving hot/cold beverages, & grab-n-go snacks.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.00

13 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great Job, Convenient, and On Time
josho824,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Pacific Alaska Tours did a great job on this booking. They were on time at the terminal and kept us on time the whole way. They asked up front about flight arrangements for everyone on the bus to ensure they didn't miss getting us to the airport on time. They provided helpful details of the area on the ride. Nathan and Hally did a great job for us!
Great tour!
CM C,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joe was very knowledgeable about the area and we learned a lot about Whittier, Anchorage, local wildlife and the environment. The tour was very organized and we had plenty of time at the Wildlife Center. One note: the tour stated it would begin at 9 but we boarded the bus by 8 when we disembarked. We did not know that this would happen and might have held up the tour had we disembarked later or ran for coffee thinking we would leave at 9.
Good way to go from ship to airport!
Heather T,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The wildlife extravaganza was well worth it. Although the weather didn’t cooperate because of rain, we did see all the animals and did not feel rushed. We had a very pleasant bus driver ( Brian , I believe was his name) who was informative,, accommodating and friendly. He talked about the history of Whittier, explained the sights along the drive and dropped passengers off at the airport on time. We left the cruise port on time but the signage for their company could be a little larger because after the disembarkation from the ship, with all the passengers getting off and the luggage in the hall of the cruise port terminal, it was a little difficult to find the tour representative. I recommend this tour as a way to get from the cruise port to the airport because once you arrive in Anchorage, you’re closer to the check-in time of any hotels that you might want to stay in. I also found it was a little less costly than the ship’s transportation from the cruise port to Anchorage airport . We were a party of six people, and everyone had the same opinion that it was a good tour.
The best choice for cruise transfer from Whittier to Anchorage!!!
KatieD551,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I am sooo glad I choose this package! The cruise ship and their own tour and it was much more expensive. The female tour guide was also the driver and her enthusiasm was magnificent! Sorry I don't' remember her name but it was on Wednesday June 3rd form Whittier to Anchorage! Great experience!
Glad we booked!
Karissa J,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent! It was easy to find the kiosk in the NCL Terminal, the workers were all friendly! Our driver, Sam, was super nice, had interesting things to say, and drove well-even on a crazy busy time at the airport with cars and busses going everywhere! I really wish we could have had a bit more time at the conservation center, but it was still cool to see what we saw! The drive to Anchorage was beautiful and we even got to see the bore tide coming in!
Agreat way to get from...
David W,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Agreat way to get from Whittier to anchorage with an extra treat with the visit to the wilderness experience our driver Sam went out of his way to make the trip interesting and pleasant.
Great experience! Watch the mosquitos
David B,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Bring bug spray! The mosquito bites will haunt you on your flight home! They are tons of them!! Joe our guide and driver was EXCELLENT! It was a very pleasant drive and well worth the money!
Our bus driver was amazing. Since he was born and raised in AK, he was so informative about the area.
Courtney W,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
He was great about pointing out the wildlife along the way. My whole family got off the bus and said how great he was about sharing his personal stories about growing up in AK.
Highly recommended trip
Huimin L,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
I really like our tour guide Amelia. She is very passionate, knowledgeable and caring. Very informative trip. See a lot of wild animals. Highly recommend.
Loved the wildlife at the...
Mary E,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Loved the wildlife at the preserve. The bus ride was comfortable. We had a little bit of confusion about the pick up point, but a message to the tour operator got that sorted out. It was convenient and a nice pace. The timing was great for a 2:30 flight.