Overview
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.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's 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
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.
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
NO 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
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes is recommended
• Jacket, or wind breaker is recommended
• There is not restrooms available at departure location
• Are you traveling with anyone on this tour that has booked separately? If so, please contact us with their name.
What to expect
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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
1 hour
Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bison.
Photography lessons offered. -
Chugach National Forest
50 min
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.
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Beluga Point
15 min
Scenic Viewpoint to Beluga whale watch
Free photography lessons offered. -
Portage Glacier
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 $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 min
Bird Point and selective Viewpoints to photograph soaring eagles, mountain goats, whales or walk upon alpine meadows.
Free photography lessons offered. -
Chugach State Park
10 min
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.
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Girdwood
10 min
Girdwood, Alaska will be featured during this tour. With a rich gold mining history, Girdwood, Alaska is a milestone during this trip.
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Downtown
10 min
Anchorage City Tour as we exit into the wilderness/
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Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary
10 min
See amazing flying wildlife as well as the marsh areas that are home to moose, salmon and other migrating wildlife.
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Indian Valley Mine, National Historic Site
10 min
Learn and see the historic Gold Rush of 1890, Eureka!
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Bird Creek
10 min
See the scenic valley views. Look for seasonal bears and eagles.
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Girdwood
10 min
Once an active gold mining community is now home to a large ski-resort
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Alyeska Ski Area
10 min
See the mountains that host a double-black ski run.
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Byron Glacier Trail
15 min
Seasonal Self-Guided walk to the foot of Byron Glacier.
Typically, later May to mid Sept. -
Whittier
15 min
See the tunnel entrance to one of America's longest shared rail-and-road tunnel.
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Explorer Glacier
15 min
See the scenic glacial ponds of Explorer Glacier. When seasonally available we walk on the Blue Ice Trail.
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Williwaw Campground
15 min
See Glacier Valley campgrounds
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Trail of Blue Ice
15 min
Walk on America's most northern rain forest
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McHugh Creek Recreation Area
15 min
Wonderful viewpoint of Chickaloon Bay
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Dimond Center Mall
15 min
See our states' largest indoor mall.
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Flattop Mountain Trail
15 min
Above 3000 feet, a notable mountain peak viewable throughout Anchorage
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Alaska Railroad
15 min
With a rich historic footprint in Anchorage the rail system is viewable during our tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Anchorage).
Additional Information
- Glacier Cruise Upgrade Available Summer months Only
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about 11 am Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Can I cancel 11 am Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Where does it start?
NO HOTEL PICK UP DURING SPRING-FALL. Hotel pick-up December and January only, Major hotels in mid/downtown.
What's 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
What's 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.
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Chugach National Forest, Beluga Point, Portage Glacier, Chugach State Park, Girdwood, Downtown, Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by PicTours Alaska, Inc.
