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 17 Jul

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Starting at $174.62

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Thu 17 Jul

Starting at $174.62

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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.

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 (184)

brendafN750BF

May 2024

Fantastic tour. Weather was great, scenery was beautiful. The captain and crew were wonderful. The captain knew his information. We were fortunate to see many types of wildlife from sea lions, sea otters and different whales. I know that is not always the case but sure made the tour even more wonderful. The glacier is awesome. We were able to watch pieces fall into the water. Spectacular.

TravelRealize

Sep 2023

Wow, what a day! Our 6-hour cruise to Columbia Glacier with Stan Stephens was amazing from start to finish. The vessel was comfortable and well-maintained, offering panoramic views from the open deck and inside the cabin. The journey was a feast for the soul, graced with the astonishing beauty of Prince William Sound's turquoise waters and, of course, the grandeur of Columbia Glacier. We were fortunate to witness a tapestry of Alaskan wildlife. From the playful antics of sea otters and Dall’s porpoises to the majesty of humpback whales and bald eagles, each sighting felt like a gift. Not to forget the highlight—encountering numerous Steller sea lions lounging on an island, seemingly as interested in us as we were in them. Our captain and the crew were efficient and deeply knowledgeable, sharing intriguing facts and stories that enriched the experience. If you're planning an Alaska trip and considering a cruise, add Columbia Glacier to your 'must-visit' list and book with Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises. Read more about the experience on my blog, Travel Realizations.

P840BIthomasm

Sep 2023

Lived in Alaska my whole life, been to Valdez a a few times. But never have done this tour! Well worth it. The captain is great very knowledgeable. The boat is super safe plenty of space to roam. The lunch is ok but also effective for the environment. And pretty good. Plenty of whole life along the way and just an impressive trip!