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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.
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.
WARNING!!!! If you choose "book now/pay later" Viator WILL NOT SEND YOU YOUR CONFIRMATION UNTIL YOU ARE ON YOUR CRUISE SHIP WITH LITTLE TO NO INTERNET. Call us before you leave home so we may manually send your instructions.
Arrive at the Goldbelt Tram NO LATER THAN YOUR TOURS 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. We DO NOT recommend this option!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bring your own water and snacks. Complimentary water available upon request.
Restroom on board
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.
Pickup included
1,149 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jessenia M,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
This tour included a round trip from the cruise port to the pier where the boat launches from. The weather was amazing when we went out (2nd week of Sept). We saw over 10 humpback whales. Compared to the other boats we saw out on the water I appreciated the layout of this tours boat. Everyone had a seat inside and then when a whale was spotted you can stand outside next to each other instead of having people stand behind/in front of you. Everyone had the opportunity to see the whales and take pictures without having their view blocked. Crew was great and informative and helped in taking group pictures with amazing background. We loved it!
darryl b,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
Awesome adventure, TJ and Andrew were funny and engaging, boat had comfortable seating, we saw 5 whales and a group of seals
Denyce D,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
There is a feeding area that the whales like and that’s where they take you. We saw no less than 20 whales but you have to be quick! The crew is a blast. They are excellent at communications. Worth every penny!
candi,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
This tour was great! We saw plenty of whales! TJ and Andrew were wonderful, helpful to my older parents. They made sure we saw these beautiful creatures and were educated about them in the process. It was a 20 minute drive to marina, Cedar was quick and helpful as well! I would definitely recommend this tour, guides and Captain.
Janet S,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
This was a great trip. The 2 crew were super friendly, knowledgeable and found the whales! Highly recommend.
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