Columbia Glacier Cruise from Valdez

Overview

This 6-hour tour explores the fjords and passageways of the Prince William Sound in route to South-central Alaska's largest tidewater glacier – Columbia Glacier. Your all-Alaskan captain and crew will share with you the history of the Sound and point out the marine wildlife and bird life in the area such as sea otters, seals, sea lions, whales, porpoises, eagles, puffins and more!

City: Alaska

Thu 26 Dec

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Starting at $164.11

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Starting at $164.11

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What's Included

Lunch: Served around 12:00 PM is a light soup lunch.

Light refreshments: Complimentary coffee, tea and water.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
We do provide a vegetarian option, however are not able to meet all special dietary needs. If you have specific restrictions or needs please feel free to bring your own meals/snacks.
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides

What To Expect

Columbia Glacier

Columbia Glacier is the largest glacier in south-central Alaska. Each day Columbia calves off around 8 million tons of ice. Depending on this ice flow we will navigate the large ice bergs getting as close to the face of Columbia as the ice and safety dictate.

Prince William Sound

Prince William Sound is a protected part of the ocean that we cruise in. It is rich with wildlife, glacier, beautiful glacier carved fjords and history.

Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises

Stan Stephens Cruises has been operating tours in Prince William Sound for 50 years.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (118)

vacationdiva

Sep 2021

We went on this cruise, today. It was rainy and foggy. We loved this cruise, lots of information, and beautiful scenery. It was easy to book, and checkin.The clam chowder, was very good. I would recommend, to anyone who visits Valdez.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

We are so happy you enjoyed your day on Prince William Sound. Thanks for taking the time to write a review. We hope the remainder of your Alaska travels go well.

KathyVaillan

Aug 2021

It was great. Very efficient check in. Staff very friendly & knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the area. Saw a variety of wildlife, however, didn't see any orcas or humpbacks. This is NOT the company's fault. They have no control of wildlife. Did get to see sea lions, puffins, terns, and many other birds. A light lunch is served. I was surprised N.E. clam chowhad was served. My husband enjoyed it.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Thanks so much for traveling with us and for taking the time to review your journey. We hope to see you on board again if your return to Valdez.

John C

Aug 2021

If you are in Valdez, Alaska, this is the cruise to take!! Both Captain and Crew Members love their jobs (it shows by their actions towards every passenger... I even asked the Captain if she loved her job: "YES she said, with no hesitation!) Their attention to detail even goes down to our lunch: steaming hot, creamy clam chowder, with a warm bagel, cold cream cheese, and Oreo cookies served right up to your more than comfortable seat with table with a very friendly smile! The Crew even brought us in a chunk of Columbia Glacier to inspect @ our seats! The detailed discussions on every aspect of what we were seeing was outstanding by our Captain, and she ensured that each passenger got a good close up photograph of the many schools of Orca Whales we saw!

Response from Host

Aug 2021

We are so happy you had a good day on the Sound. We do love what we do - thanks for traveling - it allows us to call Prince William Sound our office. Enjoy the remainder of you Alaskan journey. Hope to see you again when you are in Valdez.