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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Express

47 Reviews 4.70 out of 5 stars Based on 47 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor |
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So much to see and DO along the Turnagain Arm!

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Hop aboard the Wildlife Express the fastest and most comfortable way to reach the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC). Prepare for a one-hour adventure where stunning landscapes and captivating wildlife combine for an unforgettable Alaskan experience.

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Scenic Drive Along Turnagain Arm

Your journey begins with a drive along Turnagain Arm, one of Alaska’s most spectacular highways. Enjoy dramatic mountain peaks, Cook Inlet’s glistening waters, and Chugach State Park. Watch for Dall sheep and, if you're lucky, Beluga whales.

Explore the Alaska Wildlife Center

At the 200+ acre AWCC, enjoy a one-hour visit to see Alaska’s iconic wildlife. Get up close to majestic bears, towering moose, roaming bison, elusive wolves, and more native species.

Conservation Efforts

This sanctuary provides a safe haven for orphaned, injured, and ill animals. Learn about their stories and the center’s efforts while exploring enclosures designed to replicate their natural habitats.

What's Included

  • Admission to Wildlife Conservation Center
  • Tipping is not required but appreciated. Guides enhance your experience with expert knowledge.
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509 West 3rd Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501, USA

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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

This Tour is for those who are on a time constraint and budget. This is a direct shuttle to the Wildlife Center with a scenic stop at Beluga Point.Board your Turnagain Arm Shuttle for the guided drive along Alaska’s most scenic highway. From beginning to end there are dramatic views of mountain scenery and the Cook Inlet. At the 140-acre Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, jaws drop in awe-even while viewing Alaska's spectacular wildlife. AWCC’s mission is to provide refuge for orphaned, injured and ill animals-those that can’t survive in the wild. Your shuttle will take you directly to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center where you can witness Alaskan Wildlife up-close.Your journey includes a one-hour visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center where you will be able to stroll the grounds at your leisure for one hour and then a direct journey back to Anchorage. We depart from the Alaska Wildlife Center gift shop on time. Please ask your driver for the departure time and remember it is hard to find guest last minute, so kindly be ready at departure time.Turnagain Arm is a “Must See destination” via The Turnagain Arm Shuttle.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Express?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Express?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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The following is included:
  • Admission to Wildlife Conservation Center.
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  • Tipping is not required but appreciated. Guides enhance your experience with expert knowledge.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Accessibility information for the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Express is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Express will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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