Embark on an Alaskan tour from Anchorage to explore wildlife, glaciers, and a rainforest. Get up close with brown bears, wolves, caribou, and more at the Wildlife Conservation Center. Marvel at the beauty of Portage Valley’s glaciers, lakes, rivers, and rainforest.
Embark on an Alaskan tour from Anchorage to explore wildlife, glaciers, and a rainforest. Get up close with brown bears, wolves, caribou, and more at the Wildlife Conservation Center. Marvel at the beauty of Portage Valley’s glaciers, lakes, rivers, and rainforest.
- Cook Inlet - Beluga Point: A favored spot for photography, offering sweeping views of Turnagain Arm, with potential sightings of Dall sheep and Beluga whales. Timing is crucial, so hopefully, both will be visible!
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - Experience Alaska’s iconic animals up close in their natural habitat. Capture stunning…
- Cook Inlet - Beluga Point: A favored spot for photography, offering sweeping views of Turnagain Arm, with potential sightings of Dall sheep and Beluga whales. Timing is crucial, so hopefully, both will be visible!
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - Experience Alaska’s iconic animals up close in their natural habitat. Capture stunning photos of live bears, moose, musk-ox, caribou, bison, and more! The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is a refuge committed to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, research, education, and excellent animal care. AWCC has cared for hundreds of displaced animals, thanks to the vital contributions from visitors through admission fees, donations, memberships, and gift shop purchases.
- Portage Glacier - Portage Valley: Witness Explorer Glacier, Middle Glacier, and Byron Glacier, and take a stroll through a rainforest. Then, enjoy a snack or meal at Portage Day Lodge on your return journey to Anchorage.

- Wildlife Conservation Center Entry Fee
- Professional guide
- Pick up at 509 W 3rd Ave. Directly across from the downtown Hilton Hotel
- Wildlife Conservation Center Entry Fee
- Professional guide
- Pick up at 509 W 3rd Ave. Directly across from the downtown Hilton Hotel
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Snacks
Embark on an incredible half-day journey through Alaska’s natural beauty, featuring wildlife, glaciers and a rainforest. Your tour starts with a pick-up from downtown Anchorage, followed by a drive along the scenic Turnagain Arm, with its plentiful views and accessible Alaskan wildlife. As you travel, your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating…
Embark on an incredible half-day journey through Alaska’s natural beauty, featuring wildlife, glaciers and a rainforest. Your tour starts with a pick-up from downtown Anchorage, followed by a drive along the scenic Turnagain Arm, with its plentiful views and accessible Alaskan wildlife. As you travel, your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating information about the region’s history, fauna, and ecosystem.
Your itinerary includes a visit to the Wildlife Conservation Center, nestled at the edge of Turnagain Arm and encircled by mountain ranges. Here, you will have ample opportunity to explore independently and observe various animal species, including brown bears, wolves, caribou, moose, and the threatened Woodland Bison.
Post this wildlife exploration, the tour takes you to the stunning Portage Valley, located a short drive away from the Wildlife Center. Framed by glaciers, lakes, rivers and a distinctive rainforest, the valley’s breathtaking viewpoints encapsulate the adventure you never knew you needed.
- Weather in Alaska can change rapidly, so please dress accordingly
- Not recommended for Infants or Passengers who cannot walk for 40 minutes on their own.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.