Summer - 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. This further includes approval for complimentary photography for your use and possible demonstration of excursion experience in promotions or presentations.
What To Expect
Anchorage City Tour as we exit into the wilderness/
Alaska Railroad
With a rich historic footprint in Anchorage the rail system is viewable during our tour
Options
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.
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.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Driver/guide and scout
Confirmation by PicTours Alaska with all Add-On Selected will be emailed to valid purchase
Entertainment
Live commentary on board
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3,100 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Enjoyable Experience
399felishas,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Phillip was very informative and fun! Beautiful weather out! Very enjoyable!
A great way to see Alaska!
562kristinad,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Philip was an excellent tour guide. I learned so much throughout the day and got to see a lot. The conservation center was amazing and we got to see so many of the animals. The pictures Philip took for us came out so good as well.
A wonderful experience
michaelcB445SX,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had heard about the tour through another coworker and was overall very pleased with the sites and adventure. Saw a number of beautiful views, animals and the pleasure of a great tour guide (Aaron). His positive attitude and general knowledge of every site visited made the tour even more amazing. What was great was seeing him be excited for sights he’s seen all his life which means his passion for the area showed and was very inviting. I will recommend this tour to other coworkers in the future.
A little underwhelmed
Chris G,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00We were a bit underwhelmed by the experience. Wildlife encounters were limited to the wilderness park (zoo) which was nice but not what we were expecting. The tour was well run and Sunshine the guide was good and informative. The boat trip was the best part of the tour with some lovely scenery and a close look at the glacier.
Beautiful Alaska!
Shelly S,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was our first “taste” of Alaska and our tour guide, Philip, did a great job showing us around. He did his best to find wildlife and beautiful spots to take pictures. It was a great day!
Ecellent Excursion
johngT408XN,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hunter was great! Conservation center and Glacier were awesome. Saw a lot of Mountain Sheep
Amazing day with Patrick
Brandyland808,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Patrick was amazing! Very professional, thorough yet funny and entertaining.
Awesome guide, perfect views.
Hermann F,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was PATRICK and he was fabulous! He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly, helpful, attentive, and made the entire experience unforgettable. The location of course also helped, the view of the Portage Glacier were perfect and that part of the tour is highly recommended! In fact I think the trip would miss a lot if we hadn't gone to the Glacier tour. The day before, we did the 26-glacier tour out of Whittier. In hindsight that was too long and exhausting. The Portage Glacier tour is much more interesting, you get much closer to the glacier, and the views are equivalent.
Fantastic!
collinl490,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hunter our guide was absolutely fantastic! This tour was a highlight of our trip!
Beauty everywhere!
Joselle G,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My gosh! So much beauty to be seen. Our tour took us to so many beautiful places and our guide Grace took every opportunity to show us everything we could have wanted to see and kept us safe! Just and amazing day with an amazing person!
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