Blackstone Bay Glacier Cruise and Coach in Anchorage booking from $295.07

Blackstone Bay Glacier Cruise and Coach

Overview

We make it easy to see it all in one day! Relax on the coach as the driver guide narrates while you enjoy the beauty of Turnagain Arm.

In Whittier, the Glacier Quest Cruise cruises from the quaint seaside town to glacier-filled Blackstone Bay, a dramatic deep-water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. Keep an eye out for sea otters, Steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, whales, and more!

You will see several glaciers, including Tebenkof Glacier, named for Mikhail Demitrievich Tebenkof, an outstanding surveyor whose maps were the first charts of Alaska’s waters published in 1852. Northland Glacier rests majestically, clinging to the edge of the towering mountain. Blackstone and Beloit are tidewater glaciers that have carved a steep pathway to reach Prince William Sound’s saltwater. Cruise up close to these massive glaciers to watch for telltale signs of movement signaled by the distinct “pop” of glacier ice calving.

Return to Anchorage by coach.

City: Anchorage

Thu 24 Apr

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What's Included

No Seasickness Guarantee - Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound.

Wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder, oyster crackers, Julienne vegetable salad, roll, cheese stick, fruit snack, and a Peppermint Pattie. Vegetarian Chili (GF) or Kids’ Meal, on request 48 hours before.

ADA Accessibility is limited - Please call regarding your specific needs so we can assist you.

Smoke-free vessels - We do not allow any form of tobacco, marijuana, vape or e-cigarettes.

Restroom on board

A Chugach National Forest Service ranger provide professional narration during the cruise.

Coffee, hot tea, and ice water are available.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travelers need to ascend/descend 3-5 steps to board coach. Please call for assistance

What To Expect

Turnagain Arm Drive

Traveling between Anchorage and Whittier is a spectacular journey. The Seward Highway is designated a Scenic Byway that follows the shoreline of Turnagain as it winds its way along the base of mountains revealing one stunning view after the next. As time allows, photo stops will be made along the way.

Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel

Travel time from Anchorage to Whittier is 90 minutes. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. The Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. The tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier, hourly until 11:00 PM.

Prince William Sound

Explore Blackstone Bay on the 3.75-hour Glacier Quest Cruise. See glaciers, waterfalls, and wildlife up close. After the cruise, meet the coach at 6:45 PM for your return to Anchorage.

Whittier

Whittier Alaska is the Gateway to Prince William Sound. This quaint coastal town is home to just 200 residents. Whittier is the place where local Alaskans come to play in Prince William Sound for the weekend.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (13)

Ellen_G

Jun 2023

I had a fabulous day getting so close to the two glaciers we saw, it was informative with the Park Ranger on board, it was beautiful, it was exciting and the salmon chowder for lunch was delicious.

Ora_P

Jun 2023

The ship was nice, staff was lovely. First, we saw almost no wildlife. Glaciers were beautiful. It was pouring. They couldn’t help that. But the experience is poorly planned. The bus trip began at 9:00 but they had no plans for dealing with rain. If it weren’t raining there would have been stops. So it was a lot of waiting on the bus and in the freezing rain. Second, we were not aware that there were two boat trips of different lengths taking the same bus back. So we had to kill almost two hours in the freezing rain with almost nowhere to go. We found a coffee shop. If we had known that info we would probably have taken the longer boat trip. Basically, they can’t control the rain but they did nothing to deal with the fact that it was pouring and very cold.

Response from Host

Aug 2023

We appreciate your feedback and wish the weather would have been better on the date you traveled. The Glacier Quest Cruise is only 3.75 hours for future guests planning their trip, while the 26 Glacier Cruise is 5.75 hours. The coach service accommodates both cruises.

Michael_T

Jun 2023

Getting up close to the glaciers is pretty exciting. Unfortunately, I originally booked the Glacier Quest which was supposed to be 3.5 hours but was told it was not running that day and upgraded to the 26glaciers which was 5.5 hours. Would have preferred the shorter one as this is too long.

Response from Host

Jun 2023

Dear Michael, Thank you for booking our Glacier Quest Cruise. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed seeing the glaciers. They are quite spectacular and there are only a few places in the world with such a large concentration of glaciers that can be accessed easily and viewed closely from the water. We are sorry we weren't able to accommodate you on the tour you originally booked. However, we offered all guests a complimentary upgrade to our 26 Glacier Cruise 5.75 hours), or they could reschedule the Glacier Quest Cruise (3.75 hours) for another date. If these options didn't work, we also offered guests the opportunity to cancel and receive a full refund. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Alaska.

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