PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage
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Experience the Big Outdoors and Portage Glacier Cruise! See the amazing beauty that surrounds Anchorage. This special tour does not follow any set route. Nor does it follow a time table. Use your time wisely by going into the wilderness to see wildlife and view glaciers. Summer only: an option, on a 80 ft. cruise ship. (available 11am departure only thru OCT 5th. We follow the sun, the wind and our hearts to navigate your vacation towards the most scenic locations capable for the day of your tour. The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience includes entrance into the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. During summer you'll have an option to include a glacier cruise on the mv Ptarmigan. Learn about our rich history and see the Ring of Glaciers. This award winning tour can not be replicated by any other service or shuttle. The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience offers highly trained Guides who's sole purpose is making your vacation memories last a lifetime.
Your experience
Stop 1
Anchorage City Tour as we exit into the wilderness/
Stop 2
With a rich historic footprint in Anchorage the rail system is viewable during our tour
Stop 3
Above 3000 feet, a notable mountain peak viewable throughout Anchorage
Stop 4
Scenic Viewpoint to Beluga whale watch Free photography lessons offered.
Stop 5
Seasonal Self-Guided walk to the foot of Byron Glacier. Typically, later May to mid Sept.
Stop 6
Bird Point and selective Viewpoints to photograph soaring eagles, mountain goats, whales or walk upon alpine meadows. Free photography lessons offered.
Stop 7
See amazing flying wildlife as well as the marsh areas that are home to moose, salmon and other migrating wildlife.
Stop 8
See the scenic valley views. Look for seasonal bears and eagles.
Stop 9
Guided Tour within conservation park to see brown bear, wolves and bison. Photography lessons offered.
Stop 10
Available only during summer, from June to August, optional-Upgrade. Glacier Cruise to be upclose to Portage Glacier. See up close the face of Portage Glacier on the Ptarmigan Cruise ship. See up to 14 glaciers embedded within rugged mountains of the Chugach National Forest, that form the Ring of Glaciers. This Cruise, can be upgraded for an additional fee this is not included in the regular tour cost. The Portage Glacier cruise is in conjunction with the U.S. Dept of Agriculture and hosted by a U.S. Park Ranger. This boat ride is NOT included in Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience basic tour. The regular tour, without cruise ship upgrade, still views glaciers within Glacier Valley. Free Photography Lessons offered.
Stop 11
Walk on America's most northern rain forest
Stop 12
See the scenic glacial ponds of Explorer Glacier. When seasonally available we walk on the Blue Ice Trail.
What’s included
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide and scout
- Confirmation by PicTours Alaska with all Add-On Selected will be emailed to valid purchase
- Entertainment
- Live commentary on board
- Stop to Purchase Food-Meal
Not included
- Ptarmigan ship - price will be excluded from ticket if not specifically selected while booking.
- Glacier Cruise ship upgrade may be added directly from PicTours Alaska's website. May-Sep Only
- Lunch
Meeting and pickup
NO HOTEL PICK UP DURING SPRING-FALL. Hotel pick-up December and January only, Major hotels in mid/downtown. We Meet at 10 minutes before Departure at Dena'ina Convention Center, 600 W 7th Avenue--Downtown Anchorage.
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Glacier Cruise Upgrade Available Summer months Only
- Participant Waiver & Release of Liability and Terms & Conditions. By purchasing ticket(s) and/or by participating on a tour, by PicTours Alaska, Inc. you affirm that you and tour attendees accompanying you fully understand and agree to the following Participant Waiver & Release of Liability and Terms & Conditions. I acknowledge, attest, agree and represent that I, and those accompanying me, fully understand and accept, without limitation, sole responsibility for all of the risks associated with my participation while on the tour, including injury and death whether through my own actions or those of other participants, tour guides, pedestrians, automobiles, public transportation, acts of nature or any other external parties. This further includes approval for complimentary photography for your use and possible demonstration of excursion experience in promotions or presentations.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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