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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching
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Juneau, USA
5.0 (9,869)

Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching

Whale watching wildlife viewing at it's finest! Come aboard with us as we search the pristine waters of Juneau, Alaska for majestic Humpback Whales and other...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (9,869)
from
$177
Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise
Seward, USA
4.9 (2,111)

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

This 6-hour cruise explores Kenai Fjords National Park and visits an actively calving tidewater glacier in beautiful Aialik Bay. Our experienced captains will narrate your...

6 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (2,111)
from
$265
Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise
Seward, USA
4.8 (1,424)

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise

Search for whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, bald eagles, puffins, and many other types of marine birds as you cruise...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,424)
from
$166
Ketchikans Best Wildlife, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Ketchikan, USA
4.9 (1,008)

Ketchikans Best Wildlife, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest

Your adventure begins as we cruise through the Tongass Narrows, where your guide provides live narration about Ketchikan’s rich history, culture, and bustling shoreline. From...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,008)
from
$178
Ketchikan Kayak Eco-Tour
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Likely to Sell Out
Ketchikan, USA
5.0 (971)

Ketchikan Kayak Eco-Tour

Take a 4-hour guided kayak tour to Clover Pass, (2 -2.5 hours in the kayaks) with scheduling to fit virtually every cruise ship. This is...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (971)
from
$161
Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water
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Likely to Sell Out
Juneau, USA
5.0 (1,428)

Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water

Our public tour on our brand new 49 passenger vessel! Meet our Guest Rep at your cruise ship dock and board our courtesy shuttle. Enjoy...

4 hours 5 minutes
5.0 (1,428)
from
$159
Ketchikan Duck Tour
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Likely to Sell Out
Ketchikan, USA
4.7 (2,929)

Ketchikan Duck Tour

It's a Bus-and-a Boat and it quacks & floats! Only fun people are allowed on this 90 minute tour that takes you through the rustic...

1 hour 30 minutes
4.7 (2,929)
from
$79
Portage Glacier Cruise Experience 1 hr drive from Anchorage
Anchorage, USA
4.8 (109)

Portage Glacier Cruise Experience 1 hr drive from Anchorage

Just an hour’s scenic drive from Anchorage along the breathtaking Seward Highway, Portage Glacier offers an unforgettable Alaskan adventure. Board the M/V Ptarmigan, a custom-built...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.8 (109)
from
$59
Ketchikan Zodiac Boat Adventure
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Likely to Sell Out
Ketchikan, USA
5.0 (130)

Ketchikan Zodiac Boat Adventure

Launch from our downtown Ketchikan dock aboard your own Zodiac Boat, just a couple minutes away from the cruise docks. Follow your guide and explore...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (130)
from
$219
Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour
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Likely to Sell Out
Juneau, USA
4.8 (222)

Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour

Although we are the original whale-watching company in Juneau (operating since 1994), we are still small and family-owned and operated! We want you to feel...

4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (222)
from
$189
Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Juneau, USA
4.9 (7,712)

Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier

This wildlife viewing excursion takes you on a journey to see two of the major highlights in Southeast Alaska. You will be guided to the...

4 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (7,712)
from
$249
Riverboat Discovery Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Fairbanks, USA
4.6 (1,387)

Riverboat Discovery Tour

Your three-hour cruise will take you into the heart of Alaska and introduce you to a family who has made the rivers of Alaska a...

3 hours
4.6 (1,387)
from
$131
Columbia Glacier Cruise from Valdez
4.9 (282)

Columbia Glacier Cruise from Valdez

This 6-hour tour explores the fjords and passageways of the Prince William Sound in route to South-central Alaska's largest tidewater glacier – Columbia Glacier. Your...

6 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (282)
from
$185
Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage
Anchorage, USA
4.9 (340)

Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage

Small groups discover glaciers and wildlife on one one of the most intriguing road trips you will ever experience. A local expert will narrate on...

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (340)
from
$235
Alaska Wildlife Tour in Kachemak Bay
Homer, USA
4.9 (199)

Alaska Wildlife Tour in Kachemak Bay

Tours with Coldwater Alaska are catered to our passengers, customized to what they would like to see. Our boats only carry up to six passengers...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (199)
from
$143
Alaska Ocean Wilderness Expedition
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Ketchikan, USA
5.0 (221)

Alaska Ocean Wilderness Expedition

Go on an adventure as you explore the deep mysterious waters of island studded sea passages in search of wildlife aboard a rugged Zodiac expedition...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (221)
from
$210
Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward
Seward, USA
4.8 (1,167)

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

Hop aboard one of Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruises, and take an extraordinary six-hour journey through Kenai Fjords National Park. This must-do tour...

6 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,167)
from
$231
Alaska Whale Watching with bonus Drone viewing of Whales
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
5.0 (499)

Alaska Whale Watching with bonus Drone viewing of Whales

Whale watching in the wild and pristine waters of Icy Strait, where Humpback whales are abundant and sighted on every trip, with small business owner...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (499)
from
$249
Juneau Small Group Sea Kayaking with Mendenhall Glacier Views
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Juneau, USA
4.9 (118)

Juneau Small Group Sea Kayaking with Mendenhall Glacier Views

Explore Juneau’s incredible coastline on this small-group kayaking adventure through the beautiful Mendenhall Wetlands. Keep your camera ready as you glide past eagles perched in...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (118)
from
$189
Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Ketchikan, USA
4.9 (436)

Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking

Spend your time in port in Ketchikan paddling through the waters of the Pacific Ocean and discovering Alaska's Eagle Island. On this shore excursion, you'll...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (436)
from
$115

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Whales!
New York City
Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier
Vanessa_S, Sep 2026
Whales!
Lots of fun!! Our crew Ash, Michelle and Sophie were fantastic and showed us many whales!! Though no Breaches, LOTS of tails, fins and blow holes. Bring waterproof gear as it RAINED for us. Then Mendenhall Glacier was covered in fog/mist but the hike to Nugget Falls was well worth it. Papa Bear was an entertaining driver with lots of Alaskan trivia and stories. Highly recommended!
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Above and Beyond Fantastic
New York City
Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching
dcallan, Sep 2026
Above and Beyond Fantastic
Fantastic , enthusiastic staff on ship. Best whale watching experience we have had by far. I would highly recommend this company
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A pretty day in Seward, AK
New York City
Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise
markeK9725WQ, Sep 2026
A pretty day in Seward, AK
Loved the scenery. Boat was full but found a good window to see the wildlife. Didn’t get to see all of the wildlife we had hoped but that’s the nature of a cruise like this. Outdoor seating would have been helpful for a full boat like this, the only option was to stand.
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Colossal!
New York City
Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise
jstalk, Sep 2026
Colossal!
The tour was colossal! We saw all kinds of wildlife, the largest glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park and had the best crew! Captain was so informative and personable as were all crew members. Would take this cruise again in a minute.
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Amazing!!
New York City
Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching
Debbie R, Sep 2026
Amazing!!
We had such an amazing whale watching tour. Starting with our bus driver Fred, who was so informative and entertaining. On the boat Justin, Taylor, and Claire looked after us. They were a wealth of information, as well as friendly and entertaining. And they found us so many humpback whales, and a pod of Orcas!! Our cup was overflowing! Thank you all so much.
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Incredible experience with whales and orcas
New York City
Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier
112jodyd, Sep 2026
Incredible experience with whales and orcas
Mendenhall Glacier was stunning, the whale watching cruise was magnificent. Our guides Justin, Claire and Taylor were incredible and made the experience next level. We saw dozens of whales and a pod of orca's. Incredible experience.
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Highly recommended this...
New York City
Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise
Coleen_N, Sep 2026
Highly recommended this...
Highly recommended this tour. Easy check in with knowledgeable staff. The crew of the Rachel Marie were amazing
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Super tour whale watching and glacier
New York City
Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching Tour
larryhK473HK, Sep 2026
Super tour whale watching and glacier
Super day, sunny , calm ocean and lits of whales. Great boat and crew. Transport to and from harbour was super. Definate tecommend!
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Whale watch
New York City
Ketchikans Best Wildlife, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest
Eleanor_M, Sep 2026
Whale watch
Although we had whale sightings, it was not what I had envisioned. Our mate, Mark was very helpful and knowledgeable. He helped us to see the best we could. The Eagles nest was a plus and seeing multiple eagles!
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Morning Tour on Chena River
New York City
Riverboat Discovery Tour
scottbR2776QB, Sep 2026
Morning Tour on Chena River
Great experience on the Riverboat Discovery tour. We really liked having the simulcast of the narration and also being able to see what was going on the sides of the boat with the broadcast. The optional food and drinks were a bargain compared to every other meal that we ate in Alaska. Just wish that we also got to see the float plane take-off.
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Captain Dan, like Google but human. Knew everything there is to know about Whales. Don’t hesitate to book
New York City
Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water
seonac2014, Sep 2026
Captain Dan, like Google but human. Knew everything there is to know about Whales. Don’t hesitate to book
We were recommended Harv and Marv tours by our friends who have also taken tours with them in the past. We were first picked up by from our ship by Don who told us all about the history of Juneau as well as insights of what it is like growing up and living in this area. Also pointed out the multiple bald eagles on the traffic lights on the way to the boat.Then the 3hr tour began, with Captain Dan. Wow, move over google, Captain Dan is in the boat and there didn’t seem to be anything this guy didn’t know about Whales and wildlife.We managed to see the rare behaviour of bubble feeding several times whilst on this tour as well as dolphins and sea lions. When you see the captain get excited then you know it’s a sight to behold. A beautiful sunny day and gorgeous sunset were the icing on the cake. They were also very conscious of timing to ensure we made it back in the ship on time. Highly, highly recommend this tour company
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Amazing Experience
New York City
Alaska Whale Watching Cruise: 3 Hours on the Water
E9153YNdeborahn, Sep 2026
Amazing Experience
What an amazing experience! Our Naturalist and Captain were so informative. This was the highlight of my Alaska cruise. We saw a Lot of whales, some otters, some harbor seals, and a large number of sea lions.
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An Outstanding Excursion - A+ Experience
New York City
Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking
countdown6, Sep 2026
An Outstanding Excursion - A+ Experience
We booked this excursion in Ketchikan because it seemed to offer the best value for money and was exactly what we were looking for—and it did not disappoint!We had a beautiful, unseasonably warm day for our kayaking experience on Saturday, September 5. After disembarking from the Disney Wonder, a small bus picked our group of seven up and took us to Ward Cove, where we transferred to a RIB for the trip to the Tatoosh Islands.Our guide, Liam, was outstanding. Before setting out in our kayaks, he asked about everyone's experience level and went over safety procedures and familiarization with the kayaks. He was engaging, knowledgeable and very informative about the area, sharing lots of interesting facts along the way. We kayaked around the islands for approximately two hours in wonderfully calm water.This was definitely one of the highlights of our cruise. I highly recommend this excursion!
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Well organized and...
New York City
Portage Glacier Cruise Experience 1 hr drive from Anchorage
Laura_A, Sep 2026
Well organized and...
Well organized and started on time. It is so beautiful that it is hard to pay attention to the information we discussed about the glaciers. I recommend that you mention beforehand that you will be asking for tips at the end, that way you can be prepared to bring cash.
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GREAT TOUR! Must see!
New York City
Ketchikans Best Wildlife, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest
Dreamer634890, Sep 2026
GREAT TOUR! Must see!
Captain Jesse and Theo were amazing. They made sure that we saw all of the possible wildlife we could while making our boat trip very easy. Both guys were very knowledgeable and very hospitable. We had great weather and Captain Jesse really knows all the good spots to spot whales. We would 100% recommend them for your next whale watching experience and can’t thank them enough.
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Portage Glacier & Wildlife Center Tour Review
New York City
Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage
Sherry_G, Sep 2026
Portage Glacier & Wildlife Center Tour Review
This day trip strikes a perfect balance between native wildlife, the stunning views of Portage Glacier, and effortless travel. We were incredibly lucky to get clear, sunny weather, which made the dramatic landscapes look even more breathtaking. With our guide Tucker handling the logistics, capturing photos for everyone, and sharing his passion for the region, it delivered an unforgettable Alaskan experience suitable for travelers of all ages.
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