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Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest

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

Mon 30 Dec

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Starting at $115.00

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Mon 30 Dec

Starting at $115.00

Make a reservation

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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

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.

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!

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)

CalGal29

Sep 2019

Five star tour with five star guide 'Ben', an Alaska native, who provided us with a fantastic insider's day of wildlife, Alaskan beauty and adventure! We highly recommend this fabulous tour! If you're thinking you can rent a car and do this yourself, you can't! Ben and his colleagues know exactly where to find Anchorage's hidden gems. If you and your family want a great day of stunning Alaskan scenery, wildlife and adventure, please call this excellent company! You will be so glad you did!

Kathy B

Sep 2019

Despite advising both Ben and Laura (driver / guide) that whale watching at Beluga Point was very important to me, our time at that particular Stowe’s cut short. This was especially frustrating because we were delayed leaving to accommodate 4 people that were also doing the boat cruise. We started late and then rushed the next few stops so that there was enough time at the nature conservancy for this same group. I was left with the impression that Laura was scrambling the entire time to accommodate two separate tours. Laura was very personable. Unfortunately she was also very distracted. She did take us to several key points for photo ops. There just wasn’t really enough time to appreciate each spot.

Julia H

Sep 2019

Awesome tour, and Ben was a great guide. The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a MUST if you are in Anchorage. Highly recommend the tour and very easy to do. Word to the wise, meet at the Visitor's Center. Our print out said to meet at the Sheraton. Also, our printout said we just had to get to the tour by 2pm, but when we called to confirm, the only tour was at 12:20...just make sure you call and confirm all details before you go. Highly recommend. You will see the best parts of Anchorage.