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.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, Portage Glacier Hwy, Whittier, AK 99693
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.
Stop At: Prince William Sound, AK
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.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional Information
- Infants must sit on laps
- Service animals allowed
- Most travelers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 140 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- ADA Accessibility limited - Please call regarding your specific needs so we can assist you.
- 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.
- Smoke-free vessels - We do not allow any form of tobacco, marijuana, vape or e-cigarettes.
- Coffee and/or Tea - Coffee, hot tea, and ice water are available.
- Lunch - 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
- Restroom on board
- Entry/Admission - Prince William Sound
Exclusions
- Gift Shop items are available for purchase on board to share with family back home.
- Alcoholic Beverages - Warm your spirits with our signature hot drinks or try our Glacier Ice Margarita. Our full-service bar features Alaskan ales on tap, wine, a full selection of spirits and liquors.
- Gratuities
Departure Point
100 W Camp Rd, Whittier, AK 99693, USA
Departure Time
01:00 PM
Duration
3 hours 45 minutes
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Voucher Info
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