Full-Day Tour in Turnagain

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6 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

A fully narrated tour by a local guide along Turnagain Arm offers stunning views of rugged mountains, glaciers, and Alaska flora and fauna (i.e., wildflowers, bald eagles, Dall sheep, beluga whales).

We will stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), where visitors can get up-close viewings and pictures of Alaska's most iconic animals, including brown bears, moose, caribou, and muskox.

From there, the tour will continue down the scenic Portage Valley, where visitors can take in spectacular views of towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, the beautiful Portage Lake, and numerous glaciers, including the Explorer and Byron Glaciers.

On the return trip, visitors will enjoy a provided lunch in Girdwood, a quaint town surrounded by the northernmost temperate rainforest.

Overall, a tour of Turnagain Arm, the AWCC, and Portage Valley is a fantastic way to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of Alaska and to learn about the history and culture of this incredible state.

What's Included

  • Lunch we will stop for a late lunch in girdwood before heading back to Anchorage
  • Bottled water we will have bottled water and some snacks available during the trip
  • Entry to the AWCC is provided as part of your tour.
  • Alcoholic Beverages alcoholic beverages are not provided as part of the tour, however you are free to avail yourself of them at the Girdwood Brewing Company.
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Meeting and Pickup

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I've found that getting around an unfamiliar city can be an annoyance. My goal is to remove all annoyances from your day. To this end, let us pick you up at your hotel. This could entail us being there by as much as 30 minutes early to do this. I will let you know before your tour exactly what time I'll be at your hotel.

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555 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA

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If you do not wish to meet at your hotel, we can pick you up at the Anchorage Visitor's center.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Time • 09:00 AM

What To Expect

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

I will show you the animals at the AWCC, pointing out where many like to hide. We will see caribou, moose, muskox, reindeer, black bears, brown bears, porcupines, and wood bison. We may get to see the lynx, the foxes, and the coyotes. Sometimes they are hiding where you can't find them.
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1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Explorer Glacier

We will be going into Portage Valley, home to four named glaciers, and we will stop to view Explorer Glacier and Byron Glacier, both of which are stunning hanging glaciers.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Girdwood Brewing Company

After an enjoyable day of seeing some amazing sights, let me treat you to a relaxing meal in Girdwood. We will sit down for a meal and enjoy talking about what we've seen.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Seward Highway

Enjoy our travel along the scenic Turnagain arm Highway, maybe we'll be fortunate to see beluga whales, Dall sheep, or mountain goats. Either way, we'll enjoy seeing the stunning mountains as they come right down to the sea.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Anchorage

On our way back, we'll stop at Potter's Marsh to enjoy seeing how a wetland provides habitat for a large variety of Alaskan animals.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operated by a business

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-401018P1

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Average 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 264 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

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