Overview
This self-guided Portage Glacier Cruise is truly idea for the independent traveler.
Portage Glacier Cruise a Self-Guided Tour is a Self-Guided Tour is for those who enjoy getting away from the crowd and explore on their own and at their pace.
You self-guided tour starts at 8 a.m. and you will arrive at Portage at 9:15 a.m. This gives you a chance to hike to the boat launch just 20 minutes from the Portage Glacier Lodge where the boat departs at 10:30 a.m. You may want to grab a stack at the lodge to enjoy on the boat.
After the boat take a leisurely walk to the Byron Glacier trail and start your hike. The Byron glacier trail is moderate and fairly flat. It takes 20 minutes to get to the face of Byron and 20 minutes to get back.
Then its a 15 minute walk back to the lodge for your shuttle back to Anchorage which will depart at 12:45 p.m. with an arrival back in Anchorage at 3:05 p.m.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Round-trip transfer on the Turnagain Shuttle
Gratuities
Customer must pay for the Portage Glacier Cruise Separately.
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
- We will pick you up at the downtown Anchorage Visitors Center behind log cabin. We normally park right behind the red trolley. It is an active loading and unloading zone so please be ready on time as the driver will have be asked by parking enforcement to move after 10 minutes.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Not recommended for participants with back problems
• Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
• Not recommended for pregnant women
• Dress in layers and be ready for appropriate weather
What to expect
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Portage Glacier
5 hours
Set your own pace by taking the Turnagain Arm Shuttle to Portage Lake and enjoy the surrounding beuty with lite hikes or walks before enjoying a narrated cruise around the lake and up close to Portage Glacier. Time your day with the Portage Glacier Cruise using the 2019 schedule below: Daily May 15 - September 16
Departures: 10:30 am, 12:00 noon, 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:30 pm
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
- Cruise departures may vary if a cruise is sold out. Please be ready to be flexible.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
FAQs about Portage Glacier Cruise a Self-Guided Tour
Can I cancel Portage Glacier Cruise a Self-Guided Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 5–8 hours.
Where does it start?
- We will pick you up at the downtown Anchorage Visitors Center behind log cabin. We normally park right behind the red trolley.
What's included?
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Round-trip transfer on the Turnagain Shuttle
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Customer must pay for the Portage Glacier Cruise Separately.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Alaska's Finest Tours & Cruises
