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Glacier Quest Cruise - Self-Drive from Anchorage, AK

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Drive the Seward Highway along the scenic Turnagain Arm to Whittier. The Glacier Quest Cruise takes you from the quaint seaside town of Whittier to glacier-filled Blackstone Bay, a dramatic deep-water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. Keep an eye out for sea otters, Steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, whales, and more!

You will see several glaciers, including Tebenkof Glacier, named for Mikhail Demitrievich Tebenkof, an outstanding surveyor whose maps were the first charts of Alaska’s waters published in 1852. Northland Glacier rests majestically, clinging to the edge of the towering mountain. Blackstone and Beloit are tidewater glaciers that have carved a steep pathway to reach Prince William Sound’s saltwater. Cruise up close to these massive glaciers to watch for telltale signs of movement signaled by the distinct “pop” of glacier ice calving.
Місто: Whittier
Mon 28 Apr
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Починаючи з $205.54
Mon 28 Apr
Починаючи з $205.54
Забронювати
Що включено
No Seasickness Guarantee - Our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of Prince William Sound.
A Chugach National Forest Service ranger provides professional narration during the cruise.
Wild Alaska smoked salmon chowder, oyster crackers, Julienne vegetable salad, cheese stick, fruit snack, and a Peppermint Pattie. Request Vegetarian Chili or Kids’ Meal 48 hours prior
Smoke-free vessels - We do not allow any form of tobacco, marijuana, vape or e-cigarettes.
ADA Accessibility limited - Please call regarding your specific needs so we can assist you.
Restroom on board
Coffee, hot tea, and ice water are available.
Додаткова інформація
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Чого очікувати
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Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
2
Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below. Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
3
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
4
Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below. Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
5
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
6
Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below. Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
7
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
8
Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below. Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
9
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
10
Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below. Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
11
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
12
Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below. Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
13
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
14
Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below. Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
15
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
16
Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below. Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
17
Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel
Add travel time from Anchorage to Whittier at 90 minutes each way. From Girdwood to Whittier, allow 45 minutes. We recommend taking the 11:30 AM tunnel entrance at the Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel to access Whittier in time for the Glacier Quest Cruise. The tunnel is open thirty minutes past the hour for access to Whittier. After your cruise, the tunnel opens on the hour to depart Whittier until 11:00 PM.
18
Prince William Sound
The Glacier Quest Cruise travels 45 miles into Blackstone Bay where seven glaciers and glistening waters provide a spectacular panoramic view from the mountain peaks above to the turquoise saltwater sea below. Please check-in one hour before cruise departure time.
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Політика скасування
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Відгуки (44)
12abbyd
Jun 2023
We did the Glacier Quest (3.75 hour tour). It was a very quick drive from the Alyeska Resort. Please note that you lose reception once you turn on Portage Glacier Road. It is a quick drive and was a bit isolated until you get to the tunnel, which was $13 RT. We had to wait 30 minutes for the tunnel. I believe it opens on the half hour for 15 minutes. The ride is 5 minutes. The parking lot is one the first places you see upon exiting the tunnel. Parking was $15 right at the entrance. There was cheaper parking but it was a 5 minute walk away. Due to the rain, we opted for the entrance parking. There was a parking lot attendant, Natalie who was very helpful and offered a map of Whittier. We arrived an hour early so we checked in and went to town. There wasn’t much to see due to the rain and snow. On to the cruise…the boarding process was very pleasant. The crew was nice from check-in to boarding. We were served lunch in less than 30 minutes from departing from the dock. We chose the seafood chowder - it was delicious. It came with cheddar cheese, fruit snacks, a roll, oyster crackers and a York peppermint patty. No drink was served with lunch so I recommend heading to the bar as soon as you can. They offer complimentary tea and water (not bottled). We chose this tour because of the US Forest Ranger on board providing narration. Our table was on the upper deck and he was on the lower. You can hear him clearly through the speaker system. He gave directions (1:00, 3:00, etc. - they help you orient yourself). We learned a lot about the bay and saw an eagles nest and seals or otters (I can’t remember which). The ranger provided a lot of information about the sights - historical, geographical, nautical and geological. You are able to go out to the deck and upper deck to take pictures. And you can capture pictures within 45 minutes. We saw two glaciers and the caption got close as he could safely get. The captain turned the boat on the port and starboard side so you can see is you choose to stay inside, though the window may be blocked by the outside viewers. The upper deck had very little people at the top - it offered the best view of the approach to the glacier. It was very cold and windy up there but manageable (I had on a t-shirt, thin hoodie and Columbia rain resistant jacket with gloves and it was in the mid-forties when we left Whittier). The crew caught some ice and served it at the bar - it was delicious. After we left the glaciers, we saw a waterfall. It was a very smooth ride and I am prone to motion sickness. It was $38 for a margarita and 3 cokes - all in souvenir cups and $7 for the nachos (cheese and chips). The cokes in the souvenir cups had free refills. Before the tour ended they served warm cookies, which smelled delicious in the latter half of the tour. We got back a little late but made it in time of the 5pm tunnel which was open until 5:15. All-in-all, it was a great experience for my and my family (teen, preteen and mom). 100% recommend.
NorthStar556861
Jun 2023
Wonderful tour. From the boat itself to the crew, the food, the drinks (order the Polar Bear hot coco it’s amazing), to the scenery and every detail in between. This was a fantastic tour, everything we hoped it would be and more! We got to see a glacier calving, my daughter got to become a jr. Ranger, we got fresh baked cookies, saw porpoises and a ton of otters. Would absolutely recommend!!!
Driver88
Feb 2023
26 Glacier Cruise. Not really. We maybe saw 7 or 8. We saw 3 very up close for an extended time. These were outstanding! Saw very little wildlife and birds. Provided lunch was only okay. Staff was attentive and was glad to take pictures of us with the glaciers. The glaciers we did see made the boat trip worth it.
Відповідь від хоста
Feb 2023
Dear Driver88, Your review is related to our Glacier Quest Cruise (not the 26 Glacier Cruise)which travels 45 miles roundtrip to see the glaciers in Blackstone Bay. The Glacier Quest Cruise route has 7 glaciers visible in Blackstone Bay and 3 glaciers that can be viewed in transit along Passage Canal. Our 26 Glacier Cruise covers 150 miles and travels to College Fjord, Esther Passage, Port Wells, and Blackstone Bay. There are 26 glaciers visible on this longer tour route. If you have a chance to update your review based on this information, it would help future travelers know the difference between our two cruise routes. Thank you for cruising with us!

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