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Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest

Overview
This tour is a great way to experience some amazing sights of Alaska, wildlife, glaciers, and a rainforest within a half day. Your guide will pick you up from downtown Anchorage and drive along Turnagain Arm, which boasts abundant scenic views and Alaskan wildlife within easy access to the city of Anchorage. Along the way, you will learn many interesting facts about this area’s history, animals, and ecosystem from your experienced guide.
You will visit the Wildlife Conservation Center, located at the end of Turnagain Arm and surrounded by mountain peaks. You will have the chance to explore on your own and visit the many animals in the center, including brown bears, wolfs, caribou, moose, and the endangered Woodland Bison.
After the Wildlife Center, you will have the opportunity to see the majestic Portage Valley, a few miles drive from the Wildlife Center. Here you will enjoy several amazing viewpoints of glaciers, lakes, rivers, and a unique rainforest.
City: Anchorage
Tue 19 Nov
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Starting at $115.00
Tue 19 Nov
Starting at $115.00
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What's Included
Wildlife Conservation Center Entry Fee
Professional guide
Pick up at Anchorage Downtown Visitors Center 546 W 5th Avenue
Additional Info
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Not recommended for Infants or Passengers who cannot walk for 40 minutes on their own.
What To Expect
1
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
View Alaska's most famous animals up close in a natural setting. During this visit, you'll get great pictures of real live bears, moose, musk-ox, caribou, bison, and more! The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is a sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, research, education and quality animal care. AWCC has provided care for hundreds of displaced animals because visitors like you have made critical contributions in the form of admission fees, donations, memberships, and gift shop purchases.
2
Chugach State Park
Beluga Point: Popular photo stop with panoramic views of Turnagain Arm, with possible opportunities to see Dall sheep and Beluga whales. Timing is everything hopefully you will see both!
3
Portage Glacier
Portage Valley: You will see Explorer Glacier, Middle Glacier, Byron Glacier and Take a Walk through a Rainforest. Next grab a snack or meal to enjoy on your ride back to Anchorage at Portage Day Lodge.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (315)
Brianna J
Jul 2022
This is a wonderful and very informative tour. Our tour guide, Matt, knew the perfect picture locations and was very knowledgeable about the area. He was a wonderful guide and made everyone feel welcome. I highly recommend this trip to anyone thinking about going. Don’t miss out on this wonderful experience!
Trip47324274688
Jun 2022
This company is first rate! The tour driver Gary(old Gary or OG) was phenomenal and extremely informative about our route. We saw wild life along the way and at the preserve. The picturesque route gave many opportunities for photos. This is a define must and so was OG(Gary) our tour operator.
marceline_a
Jun 2022
tour of wildlife refuge center was extremely interesting. tour guide "old" Gary was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable.

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