Full-day Tour in Turnagain
ID: GYG856957-1353102
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Country: United States
Country: United States
Duration: 06:00 hours
Description
Discover the natural beauty of Alaska on a tour of Turnagain Arm, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and Portage Valley. See the best of the area with a local guide.
Embark on a fully narrated tour by a local guide along Turnagain Arm, offering stunning views of rugged mountains, glaciers, and Alaska flora and fauna. Stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) to get up-close viewings and pictures of Alaska's most iconic animals. Continue down the scenic Portage Valley, where you can take in spectacular views of towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, the beautiful Portage Lake, and numerous glaciers, including the Explorer and Byron Glaciers.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Anchorage and head to the Turnagain Arm. Stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), where you can get up-close viewings and pictures of Alaska's most iconic animals, including brown bears, moose, caribou, and muskox.
From there, continue down the scenic Portage Valley, where you can take in spectacular views of towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, the beautiful Portage Lake, and numerous glaciers, including the Explorer and Byron Glaciers.
On the return trip, enjoy a provided lunch in Girdwood, a quaint town surrounded by the northernmost temperate rainforest.
Embark on a fully narrated tour by a local guide along Turnagain Arm, offering stunning views of rugged mountains, glaciers, and Alaska flora and fauna. Stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) to get up-close viewings and pictures of Alaska's most iconic animals. Continue down the scenic Portage Valley, where you can take in spectacular views of towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, the beautiful Portage Lake, and numerous glaciers, including the Explorer and Byron Glaciers.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Anchorage and head to the Turnagain Arm. Stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), where you can get up-close viewings and pictures of Alaska's most iconic animals, including brown bears, moose, caribou, and muskox.
From there, continue down the scenic Portage Valley, where you can take in spectacular views of towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, the beautiful Portage Lake, and numerous glaciers, including the Explorer and Byron Glaciers.
On the return trip, enjoy a provided lunch in Girdwood, a quaint town surrounded by the northernmost temperate rainforest.
Highlights
- See the best of Turnagain Arm, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and Portage Valley
- Let us make your day easier by picking you up from your hotel.
- Stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see iconic Alaskan animals
- Take in the views of the towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, and glaciers
- Enjoy a provided lunch in Girdwood, a quaint town surrounded by a rainforest
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Dress in layers to adapt to changing weather conditions
Bring a camera for wildlife and scenic photography
Check weather conditions before departure
Respect wildlife and maintain a safe distance
Bring a camera for wildlife and scenic photography
Check weather conditions before departure
Respect wildlife and maintain a safe distance
INCLUDED
- Local guide narration
- Admission to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Lunch in Girdwood
- Transportation by van or coach
- Hotel pickup
- Snacks and water
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities (optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.