Our Glacier View and Wildlife Adventure Tour is the perfect way to experience the unique beauty, views and experiences in just a day trip from Anchorage. We curated this tour from our favorite local experiences! The ease of being able to walk just a short distance, along a glacier river, and to get up close to Byron Glacier is awe inspiring. We also include a guided experience at the Wildlife Conservation Center. It's guaranteed wildlife viewing of bears, Elk, Moose, Wolves and more, plus it supports a great cause. * Hassle free hotel pick up and drop off * Only Local Certified Alaskan Tour Guides * Short Anchorage City Tour/ULU Factory * Entrance to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center *Guided walk to view and experience Byron Glacier *Generous Snacks, water and personal Welcome Anchorage Bag *Stop for optional lunch and local cafe in Girdwood *New Mercedes Sprinter Vans and SUV's Our mission to to help guests see the best of Alaska in a day tour from Anchorage!
- Take it easy with door-to-door transfers from Las Vegas McCarran Airport
- Easy-to-find driver—they will wait with your name on a card
- A private round-trip transfer eliminates the need to hire a care
- A much more comfortable alternative to a bus— travel in a Cadillac Escalade
What To Expect
Anchorage
Downtown Anchorage is a great place to start your local, guided exploration. Your exploration of the largest city in Alaska begins with a custom pick-up at your hotel. We share a bit of the history of Anchorage and begin your tour.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
The Ulu Factory
Historic Downtown is a must see followed by a short drive to the Alaska Railroad station Anchorage Depot where we will stop at the Ulu Factory and Ship Creek salmon stream.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Beluga Point
Beluga point is just south of Anchorage on the Turnagain Arm. This destination features incredible Alaskan vistas and wildlife viewing. Dahl Sheep are often visible on the rocky crags of the Chugach mountains and when migrating, Beluga Whales can be seen plying through the fjord.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
After Beluga Point, we stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. This is your guaranteed opportunity to see bears, elk, moose and many other Alaskan animals. Your guide will share information on all the amazing animals at the Center. We have a few favorites to share!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Byron Glacier Trail
Our final destination is the Glacier River Walk to Byron Glacier. This easy 20-25 minute walk allows you the opportunity to walk along the river water produced from the hanging Bryon Glacier and eventually walk up to view the glacier itself.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Girdwood
After experiencing multiple unique experiences of glacier viewing, walk along the river and the Wildlife Conservation Center, we stop for an optional lunch, at our favorite locally owned spot in Girdwood, Base Camp. The food is delicious and well priced ( Have we mentioned the seafood chowder!)
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Turnagain Arm Drive
Turnagain Arm is considered one of the most scenic drives in the United States, Besides all the great places to experience- just the views and the drive itself are spectacular.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Max group – 7
