- Alaska Tales - Our tour representatives will meet you at the main cruise ship terminal and check you in for the excursion. You will board a transport bus with a guide that will bring you to the Mendenhall Glacier for 45 minute stop. Here you will be able to explore the area on your own. The parking lot is a very short walking distance to magnificent photo opportunities, hiking trails, visitor’s center, and bear viewing platforms raised above the salmon spawning streams. Once the glacier exploration is complete, we will transport you to the local boat harbor. Where you will be met by our captain and crew who will walk you past the fishing fleet to board one of our state-of-the-art boats built for wildlife viewing. The boats are equipped with restrooms, heated cabins, large windows, comfortable seats, and outdoor decks for viewing. We will then begin a 2 hour journey in search of Humpback Whales and other water wildlife native to the area. You can sit back and relax while taking in the beautiful scenery on the boat ride or assist us in searching for signs of whales including water spouts, tail dives, and whales jumping out of the water. No trip is the same as mother nature decides what to provide for each tour. Your naturalist and crew will interpret what you are seeing and explain the behaviors of the massive and beautiful creatures. At the end of the trip the captain will make an announcement and we will return back to the harbor. Feel free to enjoy a complimentary snack and beverage as you soak up your remaining time on the water. Your driver will meet you at the harbor and bring you back through town to the main cruise ship terminal in downtown Juneau where the excursion started.
- Guaranteed whale sightings
- Roundtrip transportation from cruise terminal
- Port pickup and drop-off included
- Live on-board commentary
- Complimentary bottled water and snacks
- Experienced driver/guide
- None
- Shuttle cost to the Gold Belt Tram building ($ 3.00)
Embark on a wildlife spotting adventure that highlights two of Southeast Alaska’s major attractions. Our itinerary includes a self-guided 45-minute tour of the Mendenhall Glacier, followed by an exciting whale watching expedition. After your independent exploration of the glacier park, we’ll transport you to the whale watching harbor. Here, you will board one of our cutting-edge vessels to seek out magnificent Humpback Whales and other marine animals we might encounter en route. With our seasoned captains and nature guides who are familiar with these fascinating creatures, we confidently promise a safe viewing distance witnessing of whales in their natural environment. Our vessels boast on-board restrooms and heated cabins for added comfort during your journey. They are also fitted with spacious outdoor decks, allowing you the freedom to take in the wildlife either alfresco or from the cozy cabin. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime Alaskan escapade!
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Collapsable Wheelchairs Only
- No Motorized Scooters
- No Motorized Wheelchairs
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.