Overview
This tour is a great way to experience some amazing sights of Alaska, wildlife, glaciers, and a rainforest within a half day. Your guide will pick you up from downtown Anchorage and drive along Turnagain Arm, which boasts abundant scenic views and Alaskan wildlife within easy access to the city of Anchorage.
Along the way, you will learn many interesting facts about this area’s history, animals, and ecosystem from your experienced guide.
You will visit the Wildlife Conservation Center, located at the end of Turnagain Arm and surrounded by mountain peaks. You will have the chance to explore on your own and visit the many animals in the center, including brown bears, wolfs, caribou, moose, and the endangered Woodland Bison.
After the Wildlife Center, you will have the opportunity to see the majestic Portage Valley, a few miles drive from the Wildlife Center. Here you will enjoy several amazing viewpoints of glaciers, lakes, rivers, and a unique rainforest.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Wildlife Conservation Center Entry Fee
Professional guide
Pick up at Anchorage Downtown Visitors Center 546 W 5th Avenue
Gratuities
Lunch
Snacks
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
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended and please dress in layers for the weather conditions
• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
• This tour is recommended for mobile people as their will be in and out and walking.
• There will also be a van change at the Alaska Wildlife Center.
What to expect
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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
1 hour
View Alaska's most famous animals up close in a natural setting. During this visit, you'll get great pictures of real live bears, moose, musk-ox, caribou, bison, and more! The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is a sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, research, education and quality animal care. AWCC has provided care for hundreds of displaced animals because visitors like you have made critical contributions in the form of admission fees, donations, memberships, and gift shop purchases.
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Chugach State Park
10 min
Beluga Point: Popular photo stop with panoramic views of Turnagain Arm, with possible opportunities to see Dall sheep and Beluga whales. Timing is everything hopefully you will see both!
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Portage Glacier
30 min
Portage Valley: You will see Explorer Glacier, Middle Glacier, Byron Glacier and Take a Walk through a Rainforest. Next grab a snack or meal to enjoy on your ride back to Anchorage at Portage Day Lodge.
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
- Not recommended for Infants or Passengers who cannot walk for 40 minutes on their own.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
FAQs about Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest
Can I cancel Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours 30 min.
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?
- Wildlife Conservation Center Entry Fee
- Professional guide
- Pick up at Anchorage Downtown Visitors Center 546 W 5th Avenue
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Snacks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Chugach State Park, Portage Glacier.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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