Description
Points of Interest
- Mendenhall Glacier
- Whale Watching
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
The breathtaking natural beauty of Alaska is celebrated on an adventure combining two of its premier attractions. View the Mendenhall Glacier, formed during the Little Ice Age, which began about 3,000 years ago. Sustained by the geography and unique climate of the area, the glacier has been able to survive much longer than others in North America. Explore the visitor's center and meet with U.S. Forest Service interpreters, available to answer your questions. Then, drive to Auke Bay for an unforgettable award-winning wildlife cruise available rain or shine. Board a expedition vessel and relax in the main cabin, offering panoramic views. An onboard naturalist will explain the habits and habitats of the wildlife you may encounter. No whale-watching tour would be complete without seeing the humpback and killer whales which are plentiful in the nutrient-rich waters during this time, and sightings are guaranteed June through August!
Special Notes:
The operator of this tour guarantees that a whale will be sighted on this excursion in June, July and August, with participants receiving a $100 cash refund from the tour operator if a whale is not sighted. To follow best practices in responsible and sustainable tourism, in all other months, no guarantee is offered; however, the tour operator's whale-sighting success rate remains at 99%.Dress warmly and bring a rainproof jacket. Tour order may vary. Tour operator is authorized under special use permit to access the Tongass National Forest. Does not include walking on the glacier. Visit at the glacier is self-guided as your driver is not permitted to conduct tours.
Unaccompanied Minor Policy: Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.