Portage Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Explorer Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Take a Shuttle down Turnagain Arm and Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Alaska on an outing that showcases the state's striking geographical features and abundant native wildlife. Spot hanging glaciers and Dall sheep as you drive along Turnagain Arm, then take an unforgettable cruise right up to the face of Portage Glacier.

• Shuttle Guided Tour along the Turnagain Arm, one of the worlds greatest scenic drives.

• One hour cruise to the face of Portage Glacier with Park Service Ranger.

• Visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conversation Center to view Alaska's most spectacular animals up close.

• Be prepared to walk through the Wildlife Center and be shuttled from Wildlife Center to Glacier.

• A shuttle will pick you up off the boat at 5:30 p.m. for your ride back to Anchorage with picturesque photo stops.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Weather in Alaska can change rapidly, so please dress accordingly

Please provide hotel information at booking

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

Gratuities

What To Expect

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Portage Glacier

Experience the sheer awesome face of a mighty Alaska glacier on your one-hour cruise aboard the mv Ptarmigan. Standing just 300 yards from a relic of the Ice Age and watching for icebergs to break off the glacier and crash into the water below. You will find out why Portage Glacier is Alaska's second most visited attraction.

1 hour • Admission Included
2

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

At the 140-acre Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, jaws drop in awe-even those of longtime Alaskans. AWCC’s mission is to provide refuge for orphaned, injured and ill animals-those that can’t survive in the wild. The center also educates visitors about Alaska’s Wildlife. Some animals you will see are brown bears, black bears, wolf pack, wood bison, moose etc...

1 hour • Admission Included

Options

Portage Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Explorer Tour

Reviews

4.75

359 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Best 5 1/2 Hour Tour Ever!

    Gary C,

    Aug 15, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Fabulous Time! Our tour guide Gary is outstanding. In 5 1/2 hours, we saw and learned so much about the natural beauty and wildlife of the area.

  • Excellent Introduction to Alaska

    Icee E,

    Aug 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Such a wonderful way to spend our first day in Alaska! Matt(hew) was a wonderful guide: friendly, funny, very knowledgeable and informative and attentive. We learned so much about Alaska from his little stories and fun facts: Alaskan history, wildlife and nature, culture, you name it, Matt knew it. Our group was small so our experience felt very personal. If you’re thinking about it, just do it!

  • Portage Glacier

    Erik T,

    Aug 14, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We were in Anchorage just for the weekend and Portage Glacier was recommended. Glad that we booked a tour with them. Our tour guy - Matt - was awesome. We learned so much about Alaska culture during this tour. Matt is very acknowledged about Anchorage, well organized, fun to be around, and took good care of his group. Highly recommended this Portage Glacier tour. Our family really enjoyed this tour and keep up with the great work, Matt.

  • Unforgettable and Breathtaking Alaska Experience

    Arpita P,

    Aug 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was an amazing experience exploring Alaska’s wildlife sanctuary and taking the glacier boat tour. Our guide Matthew was kind and very knowledgeable and knew the ins and outs of Alaska. He gave great background stories about the wildlife, the glacier, and the salmon fishing. He also took us to extra scenic spots and took pictures for us. And as Matthew said he is funny and indeed he was. Thank you so much, I had an amazing journey as a solo female traveler and felt very safe. I highly recommend the trip to everyone.

  • Very informative as well...

    Arlen T,

    Aug 10, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very informative as well as entertaining. The two most important Alaskan experience is rolled into one - glazier and wild life! Matthew is accommodating and knowledgeable also. Everyone visiting Alaska should do this lifetime experience.

From USD 239

4.75
359 reviews
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