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.
What's Included
- Wildlife Conservation Center Entry Fee
- Pick up at 509 W 3rd Ave. Directly across from the downtown Hilton Hotel
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
West 3rd Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Cook Inlet
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Portage Glacier
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Weather in Alaska can change rapidly, so please dress accordingly
- Not recommended for Infants or Passengers who cannot walk for 40 minutes on their own.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest?
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Activity code: C-36672P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Wildlife Conservation Center Entry Fee.
- Pick up at 509 W 3rd Ave. Directly across from the downtown Hilton Hotel.
- Professional guide.
- Lunch.
- Snacks.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Wildlife Conservation Center Entry Fee
- Pick up at 509 W 3rd Ave. Directly across from the downtown Hilton Hotel
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Weather in Alaska can change rapidly, so please dress accordingly
- Not recommended for Infants or Passengers who cannot walk for 40 minutes on their own.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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