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Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Driver/guide and scout

Entertainment

Live commentary on board

Confirmation by PicTours Alaska with all Add-On Selected will be emailed to valid purchase

Stop to Purchase Food-Meal

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

Meals are not included. A stop will be provided to purchase meals.

What To Expect

1

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bison. Photography lessons offered.

1 hour•Admission Included
2

Chugach National Forest

Ring of Glaciers. A wonder of glaciers that surround a lake filled with pure glacial run off. As we return to Anchorage, live entertainment is offered.

50 minutes•Admission Included

Options

With 1hr Glacier Cruise

Summer Only Glacier Cruise: Experience Portage Glacier up close on the MSS Ptarmigan. A one hour excursion on the 80-foot ship.
Duration: 6 hours: Departs at 11am. Dena'ina Convention Center. 700 W 7th Ave. We meet 10 minutes before departure.
1 Hour Glacier Confirmation: 1 Hour Glacier Cruise Confirmation will be sent by tour Operator, PicTours Alaska, Inc. shortly after this message.

Wilderness Wildlife Glaciers

Photography Lessons -- FREE
Duration: 6 hours: 11 am departure. This is the deluxe version to experience the wilderness that surrounds Alaska. Doesn’t include Glacier Boat
Wilderness Wildlife Glacier: WEEKDAY & WEEKEND: Sightseeing tour outside the city limits of Anchorage. hour day tour into the wilderness, see wildlife, view glaciers and walk on Alaskan Alpine Meadows.

Reviews

4.90

2,751 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • It was informative,...

    Tina A,

    Jul 1, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was informative, interactive just perfect for a whole day trip. Heather was amazing, funny and more.

  • Patrick is an amazing...

    Jinghui Z,

    Jun 30, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Patrick is an amazing person, definitely enjoyed the whole experience! It’s great to see so many wild animals in such a close distance.

  • This was a great day tour...

    Jennifer P,

    Jun 30, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was a great day tour from Anchorage! Beautiful drive and sights. Our tour guide, Captain C, was so knowledgeable and kept everyone engaged the whole time. We played fun games like trying spot wildlife while driving and at our many fun stops along the way. Captain C kept the tour on time, and fun!! The Wildlife Conservation Center was amazing. We saw so many animals. The hour cruise to Portage Glacier was spectacular!! Beautiful weather all day. We had a great group. 9 of us total. At the end, Captain C gave us a little fun quiz to see if we remembered some of the information that she shared throughout the day, and then gave us cute little souvenir parting gifts! Highly recommend this day tour!!

  • Well worth your time

    Edward B,

    Jun 27, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The trip did not go as planned (the Ptarmigan experienced a problem and we were not able to take the Portage Glacier cruise plus there was an avalanche warning for Byron Glacier so we couldn't take the Glacier hike). Our guide, Captain C, still provided and very interesting and engaging tour. She provided a wealth of information on the geography and history of the area. Well worth the cost even with the unexpected changes. I would definitely recommend PicTours and Captain C to anyone wanting to experience Turnagain arm and Portage Glacier area.

  • Great tour!

    Shelley S,

    Jun 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had a very nice experience with our tour guide, Heather. She provided us with a lot of information about Alaska. We stopped at several sightseeing places along the way to the Alaska wildlife conservation center. We enjoyed our time there and we enjoyed the cruise on the Portage lake to see the glacier. The tour was enjoyable and we greatly appreciate Heather! We love Viator!

From USD 199.99

4.90
2,751 reviews
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