Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
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About This Activity in Anchorage
Why Visit Anchorage?
Anchorage, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Anchorage provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Anchorage
You can reach Anchorage, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide and scout
- Confirmation by PicTours Alaska with all Add-On Selected will be emailed to valid purchase
- Entertainment
- Live commentary on board
- Stop to Purchase Food-Meal
What's Not Included
- Ptarmigan ship - price will be excluded from ticket if not specifically selected while booking.
- Glacier Cruise ship upgrade may be added directly from PicTours Alaska's website. May-Sep Only
- Meals are not included. A stop will be provided to purchase meals.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- 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
- Participant Waiver & Release of Liability and Terms & Conditions. By purchasing ticket(s) and/or by participating on a tour, by PicTours Alaska, Inc. you affirm that you and tour attendees accompanying you fully understand and agree to the following Participant Waiver & Release of Liability and Terms & Conditions. I acknowledge, attest, agree and represent that I, and those accompanying me, fully understand and accept, without limitation, sole responsibility for all of the risks associated with my participation while on the tour, including injury and death whether through my own actions or those of other participants, tour guides, pedestrians, automobiles, public transportation, acts of nature or any other external parties. This further includes approval for complimentary photography for your use and possible demonstration of excursion experience in promotions or presentations.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bisonNO HOTEL PICK UP DURING SPRING-FALL. Hotel pick-up December and January only, Major hotels in mid/downtown. We Meet at 10 minutes before Departure at Dena'ina Convention Center, 600 W 7th Avenue--Downtown Anchorage.
End Point
With a rich historic footprint in Anchorage the rail systemNO HOTEL PICK UP DURING SPRING-FALL. Hotel pick-up December and January only, Major hotels in mid/downtown. We Meet at 10 minutes before Departure at Dena'ina Convention Center, 600 W 7th Avenue--Downtown Anchorage.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bison 1 hour
Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bison. Photography lessons offered.
Ring of Glaciers 50 minutes
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.
Scenic Viewpoint to Beluga whale watch Free photography lessons offered 15 minutes
Scenic Viewpoint to Beluga whale watch Free photography lessons offered.
Available only during summer, from June to August, optional-Upgrade 1 hour
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 fee 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.
Bird Point and selective Viewpoints to photograph soaring... 10 minutes
Bird Point and selective Viewpoints to photograph soaring eagles, mountain goats, whales or walk upon alpine meadows. Free photography lessons offered.
Anchorage City Tour as we exit into the wilderness/
See amazing flying wildlife as well as the...
See amazing flying wildlife as well as the marsh areas that are home to moose, salmon and other migrating wildlife.
See the scenic valley views
See the scenic valley views. Look for seasonal bears and eagles.
Seasonal Self-Guided walk to the foot of Byron Glacier 15 minutes
Seasonal Self-Guided walk to the foot of Byron Glacier. Typically, later May to mid Sept.
See the scenic glacial ponds of Explorer Glacier 15 minutes
See the scenic glacial ponds of Explorer Glacier. When seasonally available we walk on the Blue Ice Trail.
Walk on America's most northern rain forest
Above 3000 feet, a notable mountain peak viewable throughout Anchorage
With a rich historic footprint in Anchorage the...
With a rich historic footprint in Anchorage the rail system is viewable during our tour
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
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