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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bison. Photography lessons offered.
Chugach National Forest
Ring of Glaciers. A wonder of glaciers that surround a lake filled with pure glacial run off. As we return to Anchorage, live entertainment is offered.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Driver/guide and scout
Entertainment
Live commentary on board
Confirmation by PicTours Alaska with all Add-On Selected will be emailed to valid purchase
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.
Options
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.
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.
Reviews
3,023 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hunter is the best!
B9268ZNanamariav,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Huntsr was excellent! Very knowledgeable, extremely nice and fun !!
Wonderful experience!
CCTraveler11,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. Tour guide was fabulous. Saw so many amazing things- animals, the scenery - wow!
The tour was wonderful....
Theresa D,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was wonderful. The views are amazing and we loved seeing all the animals. The guide was very friendly and knowledgable.
Alaska at its Best
Shankar K,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful way to end our Alaska vacation. We had a day left in Anchorage. On previous nights we had taken in a trip to the Arctic Circke and also watched an amazing Northern Lights show, one thing we did not get to see was wildlife and this trip to the Alaska Wildlife Conservatiob Center totally made up for it, our guide Phillip was a very capable, photographer and patient guide who answered all our questions and more. We were delighted to see the brown bears and grizzly bear romping in the snow and saw moose, wood bison, caribou, reindeer, attic fox, a Hudson Bay wolf, Coyote, Canadian Lynx and porcupine among others. The trip to the Portage glacier was simply too magnificent, we walked on the frozen portage lane and marveled at the beautiful glacier, Phillip even took us to Girdwood on a detour to spot sone moose, All in all, it was a wonderful, sunny day to soak in the grandeur of Alaska
Knowledgeable tour guide...
Jason B,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Knowledgeable tour guide who kept the interest of everyone with lots of stories and information. Perfect mix of sights and stops.
Great experience. Frank...
Amanda M,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Frank did a wonderful job touring us around. Got to see a brown bear, some moose, coyotes, and several other animals. Would do again!
Fantastic guide! Hunter...
Jiaxin Y,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic guide! Hunter was our guider and he’s so caring—hand warmers, water, crampons all sorted, plus endless patience taking photos for us. Loved their energy and all the cool stories shared during the hike.
Great tour!
Joshua S,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Hunter is a hreat guide amd ran an amazing tour and we got really lucky with a great day and alot of wildlife!!!
Wilderness, Wildlife,...
Michelle F,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage. Unfortunately not great weather that day but Phil was an excellent photographer, super knowledgeable about the wildlife and guided with enthusiasm! Bring water and snacks if u don’t want subway or overpriced gas station food :)
Excellent tour
kameliamckinney,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Phillip and his wife were excellent guides. They were friendly and courteous. He was very knowledgeable and answered my questions. The weather was cold and sunny but the van was very warm. The conservation was nice and I enjoyed seeing the bears most.
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