Anchorage · TOUR REVIEWS
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Every tour we have reviewed in and around Anchorage, on one page, best first. These 15 are the days that earn the trip north, from Kenai Fjords cruises to glacier hikes and flightseeing, with what each costs and how long it takes. The full catalogue sits underneath if none of them fits your dates.
Anchorage trolley tour: an hour of city highlights, moose sightings, Lake Hood float planes, and 1964 earthquake stories for $25.
“Our driver was very friendly and informative. She was very familiar with the history of anchorage. This was an impromptu activity and was a highlight of our visit to the city”
4-hour Seward wildlife cruise in Resurrection Bay: Bear Glacier, Cape Resurrection sea lions, seabirds, and chances at whales and otters.
“We were so lucky today. Sunshine, 2 pods of killer whales. Sea otters , seals ,bald eagles harbor seals and mountain goats. What else can I say!!!”
A 6-hour Seward cruise through Kenai Fjords with warm boat comfort, glacier calving views, wildlife spotting, and seabird rookeries.
“Very enjoyable, beautiful scenery, knowledgeable Captain. Perhaps a choice other than burritos for lunch would be of benefit.”
Whittier 26 Glacier catamaran cruise in Prince William Sound: calm sailing, close glaciers and wildlife, and smoked salmon chowder lunch.
“Although it was rainy & dreary, we saw 2 especially amazing glaciers upclose. We were able to see the results of a glacier calving and an amazing rookery of seagulls. Great trip that I would recommend to anyone.”
Seward Kenai Fjords catamaran cruise with wildlife and tidewater glacier stop, deli lunch, and binoculars for whale watching.
“Our recent 6-hour cruise to Kenai Fjord was nothing short of spectacular. From the breathtaking views of towering glaciers to the diverse wildlife, every moment was awe-inspiring. We were lucky enough to spot whales, sea otters, puffins, and even a few seals! The staff onboard were knowledgeable and shared fascinating insights about the fjord's history and ecosystem. The cruise was well-paced, allowing us plenty of time to enjoy the scenery and take photos. This was truly one of the best experiences we’ve ever had, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to connect with the raw beauty of nature.Read more”
A guided wildlife and glaciers drive from Anchorage plus a conservation center visit and a rainforest walk near Portage Glacier.
“Did this tour with my friends this winter (December) and had a blast. Melissa was our guide and was very friendly and informative during the tour. The conservation was incredible and we saw so many animals out and about in the snow. We made 4 stops with fantastic views (great pics) and got back around sunset. The overall experience was great and gave us something to do with the limited sunlight in winter.”
A short Seward dog mushing tour with a husky team ride, close puppy time, and an Iditarod gear-and-training lesson, plus round-trip transport.
“Knowledgeable staff, clean place, started on time. We enjoyed our guide and he was able to answer all our questions. Easy to find the location with good parking”
1.5-hour Willow husky sled ride from Wasilla. Help harness Iditarod dogs, ride private trails with Denali views, warm up after.
“Amazing experience. So much fun and informative. Guides were great and provided an exciting adventure. The dogs were super friendly and you could easily tell they loved to go sledding. Highly recommend and would do the experience again. Thank you!”
Grand Knik helicopter tour pairs a smooth flight with up to 3 glacier landings and a guided hike, departing from the Palmer area.
“Absolutely worth it! Turner, our pilot, made us feel safe and our 3 landings were unbelievable. We especially loved the cascade glacier. He found us a mountain goat, bear and a moose, too.”
An 8.5-hour small-boat cruise from Seward into remote Northwestern Fjords for seabirds, sea lions, and up-close glacier calving.
“An abundance of wildlife. Experienced and knowledgeable crew members. Doesn't get any better! Great experience.”
Small-group Mercedes tour from Anchorage to Beluga Point, wildlife center, and Byron Glacier. Pickup, snacks, binoculars included.
“Low key. Relaxed. Winter scenes beautiful. Low overcast- couldn't see the glaciers. Nice lunch at a local restaurant. Elizabeth was a knowledgeable and safe driving guide. Very pleasant.”
A full-day Anchorage tour with a Portage Glacier boat cruise, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and big-tide views—small group and easy pickup.
“Well designed outing with plenty to see and experience. Our guide, Cheyenne was perfect. She went out of way to may sure we had the best time by showing us the beluga whale, soaring bald eagle and more (things we would have missed on our own). She was also very engaging and shared interesting information.”
26 Glacier cruise from Anchorage with a narrated coach ride, scenic Turnagain Arm drive, and a catamaran up close to glaciers in Prince William Sound.
“The glaciers were awe-inspiring! The weather, though iffy at the start, turned into a beautiful fall day with a light sun shimmering across the water & making the ice glow. The lunch was tasty, the company at my table were fun & friendly, aRead more”
Small-group Turnagain Arm day trip with AWCC wildlife, Portage Valley glaciers, Girdwood lunch, and possible beluga whale sightings.
“Tim was a fantastic, knowledgeable and a fun tour guide! We seen some amazing places and met travelers from all over the world. It was definitely a memorable experience and would highly recommend to future explorers!”
Small-group ziplining in Seward’s old-growth forest with eight ziplines, bridges, and Kenai Mountain views, plus gear and training included.
“The whole experience was awesome! Guides were the best! Felt very safe during the whole trip. Beautiful scenery.”
