Portage Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Explorer Tour

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

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

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

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Portage Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Explorer Tour

Reviews

4.74

336 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

298

This trip was great! Gary...
Aimee V,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This trip was great! Gary is a very good guide. knowlegable, and thorough in his stories of the area. He also made the narratives funny and interesting. We had to change up our trip a bit, but Gary rolled with it and it was still a great trip. The only thing I would have changed was the ability to just enjoy a quiet ride home. It was a very long day and to just relax with no narrative home would have been appreciated.
Awesome Tour for Everyone!
Christi R,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Wonderful Tour! Loved all parts of it. Matt was the very best. He made it so fun! I would highly recommend this tour!
Alaskan first timer
Michael S,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Fun and informative; loved the cruise and Gary was phenomenal and caring. Learned a lot about Alaska.
It was a great...
Rhonda G,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was a great experience! Matthew (our driver) was very entertaining, and knowledgeable, he offered to take pictures, just went above and beyond to make it a great experience!
Thanks for the moose!
Kay G,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our driver, Matt, was a fabulous guide! Learned so much about history, wildlife, and geology while on this tour. He even helped spot a moose for my grandmother, who turned 81 this year and wanted to see a moose!