Anchorage Scenic Tour to Whittier Terminal
Scenic Tour From Anchorage to Whittier with Wildlife Experience at Alaska Conservation Center
AK
people
1 participant
hours
- • Scenic Tour from Anchorage to Whittier Cruise Terminal
- • Experience a 3 Hour Guided Journey Through Portage Pass
- • Visit Alaska's Most Inspiring Wildlife Conservation Center
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure from Anchorage to Whittier, exploring the breathtaking beauty of Alaska's stunning landscapes. This three-hour tour showcases the scenic Seward Highway and the enchanting Portage Pass, all while being guided through the rich history of the Turnagain Arm and Whittier. Experience captivating tales ranging from the Indigenous people who first inhabited these lands to the era of English exploration and the fascinating gold discoveries that shaped the region.
The journey includes a special stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a cherished nonprofit organization dedicated to animal care, rehabilitation, and education. Guests will traverse a scenic 1.5-mile loop on foot, by bike, or by car, while learning about Alaska’s incredible wildlife through engaging interpretive signs. Expect to see an array of native animals, such as brown bears, moose, and wolves, in their spacious habitats, each behaving naturally as they captivate visitors. The adventure culminates at the Whittier Cruise Terminal, ready for a seamless transition onto the next leg of a dream Alaskan getaway.
This wildlife adventure makes for an exceptional gift, perfect for nature lovers or anyone seeking to discover the incredible wildlife and landscapes that Alaska has to offer. It's an experience that will undoubtedly leave lasting memories, making it a thoughtful present for friends, family, or even oneself!
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Experience Overview:
Anchorage To Whittier Wildlife AdventureEnjoy a 3 hour tour from Anchorage to the Whittier Cruise Terminal. Traveling on the scenic Seward Highway and through the stunning Portage Pass. Your driver will guide you through the history of the Turnagain Arm, Portage Pass, and Whittier. From the Indigenous people who first lived there, English exploration of the area, to the discovery of gold, and how the Strange town of Whittier got it's start.
This tour includes a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The nonprofit center that is dedicated to preservation, education, research, and animal care. The center takes in injured and orphaned animals to rehabilitate and provide permanent homes at the center.
The tour ends at the Whittier Cruise Terminal for you to board your cruise ship.
Pick up times:
11:30 Downtown Anchorage - (939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) Hotel Captain Cook
12:00 Anchorage Airport - Baggage Claim level outside door #1 in the courtyard by the large red semicircles.
Meeting Point
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
5000 W International Airport Rd, Anchorage, AK 99502, USA
12:00pm - Airport - South Terminal bus parking outside baggage claim door #1 to the left. Look for the large red arches.
Look for the driver in a grey polo or dress shirt with the Pacific Alaska Tours logo.
939 W 5th Ave
939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
11:00am - Downtown - Hotel Captain Cook
Look for the driver in a grey polo or dress shirt with the Pacific Alaska Tours logo.
What to expect:
Duration: 3 hours
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
43520 Seward Highway, Mile 79 Of The Seward Highway, Girdwood, 99587, Alaska
Experience Alaska’s wildlife via the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center's scenic 1.5-mile loop, accessible by foot, by bike, or by car, while learning about our resident wildlife via interpretive signs at each animal habitat. AWCC encourages you to visit the center with your walking shoes and camera in hand for an educational Alaskan experience to remember. The sanctuary maintains over 200 acres of spacious habitats for resident animals to feel at home displaying their natural wild behavior as education ambassadors for their species. It is common for visitors to see brown bears swimming, moose strutting, wood bison roaming, muskox playing, wolves posing, porcupines climbing, and more!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Important Note: Guest can carry their own infant carrier as we have seatbelts on each seats.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Pacific Alaska Tours
Product SKU: US-19146-0004
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Anchorage to Whittier Scenic Wildlife Tour
AK
people
1 participant
hours
- • Scenic Tour from Anchorage to Whittier Cruise Terminal
- • Experience a 3 Hour Guided Journey Through Portage Pass
- • Visit Alaska's Most Inspiring Wildlife Conservation Center
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