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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
1,004 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Eric N,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
Andrew & AJ did a great job! So cool seeing Flame & Match and some unexpected black and whites! Highly recommend!
Shana L,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
The guides were excellent - friendly and knowledgeable - and made the whole trip an adventure. Understanding that we were relatively early in the season, and that nature can be nature, we were super lucky to spot a number of whales during our time - to include a bubble net!
Dave M,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
The boat was a smaller ship, so this meant less fighting crowds to see the whales. Also, the ship had a 360-degree walkable bow so you could see whales from all directions w/o the ship needing to maneuver around. Guides were fun and engaging. Shuttle pickup was easy and on time. Overall a great experience.
Dan S,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
What an amazing experience! Captain AJ, naturalist Andrew, and driver Cedar, gave us an impressive tour as we watched orcas, humpback whales, seals, and seabirds, all on an easy sailing catamaran with only 6 passengers! Thank you Juneau Whale Tours!
Amanda H,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
TJ & Andrew were incredible! They provided us a truly once in a lifetime experience that was the highlight of our trip. I would highly recommend using JWT to anyone wanting a more intimate whale watching experience.
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