Anchorage Portage Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Tour 5.5 hr

6.8

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5 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

Anchorage
Updated November 2, 2026

Drive scenic Turnagain Arm, cruise close to Portage Glacier, and see Alaska wildlife up close on a 5.5-hour outing from Anchorage.

About this tour

See glaciers, wildlife, and dramatic coastal scenery on this Anchorage Portage Glacier cruise and wildlife tour. The outing begins with a guided drive along Turnagain Arm, a scenic route known for its striking landscapes. Keep an eye out for hanging glaciers and Dall sheep along the way.

At Portage Lake, board a one-hour cruise that brings you close to the face of Portage Glacier, accompanied by a Park Service ranger. The experience also includes a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where you can view native animals up close. Expect to walk through the center and take a shuttle between the wildlife stop and the glacier. After the cruise, a shuttle is scheduled to meet the boat at 5:30 p.m. for the return drive to Anchorage, with picturesque photo stops along the way.

With scenic travel, a glacier cruise, and wildlife viewing in one outing, this Anchorage Portage Glacier cruise and wildlife tour offers a memorable way to experience Alaska. Dress for changing weather and bring comfortable walking shoes.

Highlights

Cruise close to the face of Portage Glacier
Follow Turnagain Arm on a scenic guided drive
Look for Dall sheep and hanging glaciers
See Alaska wildlife up close at the Wildlife Conservation Center

What's included

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Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

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4.05 / 5 · 5 reviews

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Important information

Please provide your hotel information when booking
Check in at 509 W. 3rd Ave, across from the Hilton Hotel, 20 minutes before departure
Look for the gray van with a bear at the meeting point
Weather in Alaska can change rapidly; dress accordingly

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Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
The tour includes walking through the Wildlife Conservation Center and a shuttle transfer between the center and glacier
Public transportation options are available nearby

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