Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Overview
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6 hours
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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
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bison. Photography lessons offered.
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.
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
2,726 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour
Annie A,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Lee, was great. Very informative about the history of Anchorage and surrounding areas. It was a very mellow tour, we didn’t feel rushed or pressured and saw everything we could have wanted. Snacks and water provided. It was me and my 9 year old son and we had a lot of fun. The glacier boat ride and wildlife refuge were amazing. We booked the tour on the day we were ending our week long trip needing to kill a day before our flight. It was perfect.
Aaron was a knowledgeable...
Orion G,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Aaron was a knowledgeable guide with a winning personality and the tour itself was well thought out. Would definitely recommend!
A MUST tour with Jet!
Candi D,
Jun 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Jet was amazing and we had a blast!! Very knowledgeable and funny! Great memory and easy going and he brings snacks!! He is fricken AMAZING!
The tour was fantastic...
Darrell S,
Jun 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was fantastic and our guide, Aaron, was phenomenal! The professional quality pics of the tour that were provided were quite impressive, much better than our phones could produce. Aaron was exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable in history, geography, zoology. Being exceptionally familiar with the local wildlife locations He was able to get us to an eagle nest "off the beaten path" for some great viewing/pictures. Truly remarkable!
wilderness tour
Sana I,
Jun 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a wonderful trip, very well organized . Full of fun . Patrick has done a great job. We have enjoyed every single bit of this trip . Our tour guide Patrick was very professional and has been doing this tour for many years .
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