This experience was well worth it! The tour bus driver was upbeat and very knowledgeable about the area. His passion was tangible, and I much appreciated all of the tips of where to go and what to see while in town. I opted for the afternoon tour, and I didn't feel like we were rushed to get back. The total trip was about 6 hours including the whale watching & time at the glacier. The captain and deckhand of the whale watching tour were fun and engaging. You can tell they truly love what they do, and we saw tons of orcas, humpbacks, and seals while out on the water! Mendenhall glacier was breathtaking, and we had plenty of time to hike to Nugget Falls and explore the area. Do not pass this up!