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Portage Glacier Boat Tour

The boat tour of Portage Glacier will take you right up close to this Alaskan wonder. You'll get an up-close view of this incredible wall of blue ice.

The boat tour of Portage Glacier will take you right up close to this Alaskan wonder. You'll get an up-close view of this incredible wall of blue ice.

Boat Tour Details 

On the day of the activity, we’ll meet at 1500 Byron Glacier Road in the port of Whittier, which is just 1 hour from Anchorage. Once everyone has arrived, we’ll set out on a boat tour of the Portage Glacier. Are you ready for one of Alaska’s most popular day trips? 

Once aboard this cruise ship, we’ll sail along the valley to get an up-close view of the Portage Glacier. Since the glacier has retreated significantly over the past few decades due to climate change, the boat tour is the only way to see it up close, as it’s no longer visible from the visitor center.

During the cruise, you can relax in the enclosed cabin with its large windows or head out onto the open-air upper deck, the best spot for taking photos! Once we reach the glacier, we’ll drop anchor so you can admire this majestic wall of ice and its various shades of blue in full detail. Plus, the onboard guide will tell us all about the valley’s geology and history.

After this magical moment in front of the glacier, we’ll continue sailing across Portage Lake while enjoying the views of the waterfalls, the rugged mountains ahead of us, and the small ice islands.

Finally, we’ll return to the starting point 1 hour later, bringing the boat tour to a close. Don’t miss out on this experience if you’re in Alaska!

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Duration

1 hour.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English. The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Boat tour

English–speaking guide

When to book?

You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.

Type of voucher

Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability conditions

All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.

Sustainability Code

Our providers commit to:

  • Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle.
  • Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
  • Uphold fair employment standards.
  • Foster the growth of local communities.
  • Preserve the integrity of local culture.
  • Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
  • Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
  • Operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.

This particular activity contributes as follows:

  • No printing of documentation required.

Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

    A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.

  • Q - How to book?

    A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

  • Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?

    A - Ctrip Travel Holding Hong Kong Ltd Corporate name: CTRIP TRAVEL HOLDING HONG KONG LTD Registered Office: Flat/RM 3012 30/F PAUL Y.CENTRE NO.51 HUNG TO ROAD KWUN TONG, Hong Kong, China Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 61006380-000-02-23-6 Contact information Email: ken.lau@trip.com Phone: +852 6731 5054

If you have any other questions please contact us.

Meeting point

1500 Byron Glacier Rd

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