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Summer Only Glacier Cruise: Experience Portage Glacier up close on the MSS Ptarmigan. A one hour excursion on the 80-foot ship.
Duration: 6 hours: Departs at 11am. Dena'ina Convention Center. 700 W 7th Ave. We meet 10 minutes before departure.
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Wilderness Wildlife Glaciers

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Duration: 6 hours: 11 am departure. This is the deluxe version to experience the wilderness that surrounds Alaska.
Wilderness Wildlife Glacier: WEEKDAY & WEEKEND: Sightseeing tour outside the city limits of Anchorage. hour day tour into the wilderness, see wildlife, view glaciers and walk on Alaskan Alpine Meadows.

Next availability: Fri, Nov 29

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Highlights

Experience the Big Outdoors and Portage Glacier Cruise!
See the amazing beauty that surrounds Anchorage.


This special tour does not follow any set route. Nor does it follow a time table.


Use your time wisely by going into the wilderness to see wildlife and view glaciers. Summer only: an option, on a 80 ft. cruise ship. (available 11am departure only and May 24 - Sep 21.)


We follow the sun, the wind and our hearts to navigate your vacation towards the most scenic locations capable for the day of your tour.


The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience includes entrance into the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. During summer you'll have an option to include a glacier cruise on the mv Ptarmigan.


Learn about our rich history and see the Ring of Glaciers. This award winning tour can not be replicated by any other service or shuttle.


The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience offers highly trained Adventure Guides who's sole purpose is making your vacation memories last a lifetime.

Itinerary

  • Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bison. Photography lessons offered.
  • Chugach National Forest

    50 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Ring of Glaciers. A wonder of glaciers that surround a lake filled with pure glacial run off. As we return to Anchorage, live entertainment is offered.
  • Beluga Point

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Scenic Viewpoint to Beluga whale watch Free photography lessons offered.
  • Portage Glacier

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Available only during summer, from June to August, optional-Upgrade. Glacier Cruise to be upclose to Portage Glacier. See up close the face of Portage Glacier on the Ptarmigan Cruise ship. See up to 14 glaciers embedded within rugged mountains of the Chugach National Forest, that form the Ring of Glaciers. This Cruise, can be upgraded for an additional $45--this is not included in the regular tour cost. The Portage Glacier cruise is in conjunction with the U.S. Dept of Agriculture and hosted by a U.S. Park Ranger. This boat ride is NOT included in Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience basic tour. The regular tour, without cruise ship upgrade, still views glaciers within Glacier Valley. Free Photography Lessons offered.
  • Chugach State Park

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Bird Point and selective Viewpoints to photograph soaring eagles, mountain goats, whales or walk upon alpine meadows. Free photography lessons offered.
  • Cook Inlet

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Our tour will view the Cook Inlet. We will discuss the history of the Inlet as well as, Captain Cook who the Cook Inlet is named from.
  • Girdwood

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Girdwood, Alaska will be featured during this tour. With a rich gold mining history, Girdwood, Alaska is a milestone during this trip.
  • Downtown(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Anchorage City Tour as we exit into the wilderness/
  • Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    See amazing flying wildlife as well as the marsh areas that are home to moose, salmon and other migrating wildlife.
  • Indian Valley Mine, National Historic Site(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Learn and see the historic Gold Rush of 1890, Eureka!
  • Bird Creek(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    See the scenic valley views. Look for seasonal bears and eagles.
  • Girdwood

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Once an active gold mining community is now home to a large ski-resort
  • Alyeska Ski Area(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    See the mountains that host a double-black ski run.
  • Byron Glacier Trail

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Seasonal Self-Guided walk to the foot of Byron Glacier. Typically, later May to mid Sept.
  • Whittier(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    See the tunnel entrance to one of America's longest shared rail-and-road tunnel.
  • Explorer Glacier

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    See the scenic glacial ponds of Explorer Glacier. When seasonally available we walk on the Blue Ice Trail.
  • Williwaw Campground(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    See Glacier Valley campgrounds
  • Trail of Blue Ice(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Walk on America's most northern rain forest
  • McHugh Creek Recreation Area(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Wonderful viewpoint of Chickaloon Bay
  • Dimond Center Mall(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    See our states' largest indoor mall.
  • Flattop Mountain Trail(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Above 3000 feet, a notable mountain peak viewable throughout Anchorage
  • Alaska Railroad(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    With a rich historic footprint in Anchorage the rail system is viewable during our tour

What's included

INCLUDED

Bottled water
Driver/guide and scout
Entertainment
Live commentary on board
Confirmation by PicTours Alaska with all Add-On Selected will be emailed to valid purchase
Stop to Purchase Food-Meal

NOT INCLUDED

Ptarmigan ship - $49 will be excluded from ticket if not specifically selected while booking.
$49 Glacier Cruise ship upgrade may be added directly from PicTours Alaska's website.
Meals are not included. A stop will be provided to purchase meals.

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The Anchorage Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience is highly praised for its knowledgeable and personable guides like Grace, Jet, and Captain Linda, who enhance the tour with their expertise and engaging storytelling. Customers appreciate the well-organized itinerary, stunning scenery, and highlights like the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and the Portage Glacier cruise. The tour's flexibility, excellent communication, and added perks like free photos make it a memorable and highly recommended adventure.

Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Glacier Cruise Upgrade Available Summer months Only

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