Full-Day Tour in Turnagain
Overview
A fully narrated tour by a local guide along Turnagain Arm offers stunning views of rugged mountains, glaciers, and Alaska flora and fauna (i.e., wildflowers, bald eagles, Dall sheep, beluga whales).
We will stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), where visitors can get up-close viewings and pictures of Alaska's most iconic animals, including brown bears, moose, caribou, and muskox.
From there, the tour will continue down the scenic Portage Valley, where visitors 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, visitors will enjoy a provided lunch in Girdwood, a quaint town surrounded by the northernmost temperate rainforest.
Overall, a tour of Turnagain Arm, the AWCC, and Portage Valley is a fantastic way to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of Alaska and to learn about the history and culture of this incredible state.
We will stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), where visitors can get up-close viewings and pictures of Alaska's most iconic animals, including brown bears, moose, caribou, and muskox.
From there, the tour will continue down the scenic Portage Valley, where visitors 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, visitors will enjoy a provided lunch in Girdwood, a quaint town surrounded by the northernmost temperate rainforest.
Overall, a tour of Turnagain Arm, the AWCC, and Portage Valley is a fantastic way to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of Alaska and to learn about the history and culture of this incredible state.
Inclusions
- Lunch - we will stop for a late lunch in girdwood before heading back to Anchorage
- Bottled water - we will have bottled water and some snacks available during the trip
- Entry to the AWCC is provided as part of your tour.
- Entry/Admission - Girdwood Brewing Company
- Entry/Admission - Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, 43520 Seward Hwy, Girdwood, AK 99587, USA
I will show you the animals at the AWCC, pointing out where many like to hide. We will see caribou, moose, muskox, reindeer, black bears, brown bears, porcupines, and wood bison. We may get to see the lynx, the foxes, and the coyotes. Sometimes they are hiding where you can't find them.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Stop At: Explorer Glacier, Anchorage, AK 99587, USA
We will be going into Portage Valley, home to four named glaciers, and we will stop to view Explorer Glacier and Byron Glacier, both of which are stunning hanging glaciers.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Girdwood Brewing Company, 2700 Alyeska Highway, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK 99587
After an enjoyable day of seeing some amazing sights, let me treat you to a relaxing meal in Girdwood. We will sit down for a meal and enjoy talking about what we've seen.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Seward Highway, AK
Enjoy our travel along the scenic Turnagain arm Highway, maybe we'll be fortunate to see beluga whales, Dall sheep, or mountain goats. Either way, we'll enjoy seeing the stunning mountains as they come right down to the sea.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Anchorage, Anchorage, Alaska
On our way back, we'll stop at Potter's Marsh to enjoy seeing how a wetland provides habitat for a large variety of Alaskan animals.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, 43520 Seward Hwy, Girdwood, AK 99587, USA
I will show you the animals at the AWCC, pointing out where many like to hide. We will see caribou, moose, muskox, reindeer, black bears, brown bears, porcupines, and wood bison. We may get to see the lynx, the foxes, and the coyotes. Sometimes they are hiding where you can't find them.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Stop At: Explorer Glacier, Anchorage, AK 99587, USA
We will be going into Portage Valley, home to four named glaciers, and we will stop to view Explorer Glacier and Byron Glacier, both of which are stunning hanging glaciers.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Girdwood Brewing Company, 2700 Alyeska Highway, Girdwood, Anchorage, AK 99587
After an enjoyable day of seeing some amazing sights, let me treat you to a relaxing meal in Girdwood. We will sit down for a meal and enjoy talking about what we've seen.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Seward Highway, AK
Enjoy our travel along the scenic Turnagain arm Highway, maybe we'll be fortunate to see beluga whales, Dall sheep, or mountain goats. Either way, we'll enjoy seeing the stunning mountains as they come right down to the sea.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Anchorage, Anchorage, Alaska
On our way back, we'll stop at Potter's Marsh to enjoy seeing how a wetland provides habitat for a large variety of Alaskan animals.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Nicole G
May 2023
It was our first trip to Alaska. We had a great time. Tour was full of history and fun facts. Views were beautiful! Definitely recommend this tour!
It was our first trip to Alaska. We had a great time. Tour was full of history and fun facts. Views were beautiful! Definitely recommend this tour!KEVIN_S
May 2023
Had the best time on the turnagain tour with Tim! He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and very punny lol! It was seriously a dream to be shown Alaska my a local! We saw breathtaking glaciers, amazing views, and he took us to the animal conservation center and saw amazing animals! We also had...
Had the best time on the turnagain tour with Tim! He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and very punny lol! It was seriously a dream to be shown Alaska my a local! We saw breathtaking glaciers, amazing views, and he took us to the animal conservation center and saw amazing animals! We also had lunch at a beautiful ski town! It was amazing!!!Terrie_I
May 2023
The animals at the AWCC. We were able to get up so close to them. Tim, was so knowledgeable throughout the whole day.
The animals at the AWCC. We were able to get up so close to them. Tim, was so knowledgeable throughout the whole day.911MiriamG
September 2023
Tim is a first-class guide. He loves Alaska and sharing that love and knowledge. He is an born raconteur and teller of Dad jokes. Highlight was Portage Lake and the walk in the rain forest of the Gary Williams Nature Trail. A wonderful day!
Tim is a first-class guide. He loves Alaska and sharing that love and knowledge. He is an born raconteur and teller of Dad jokes. Highlight was Portage Lake and the walk in the rain forest of the Gary Williams Nature Trail. A wonderful day!RUTH_R
September 2023
The whole tour was properly narrated. There was no dull moment in the tour. He definitely studied his homework Lol.
The whole tour was properly narrated. There was no dull moment in the tour. He definitely studied his homework Lol.Z2943HZdianeh
September 2023
Tim our tour guide was amazing! Very informative about all of the places we stopped at. If you are ever in Alaska take this tour!!
Tim our tour guide was amazing! Very informative about all of the places we stopped at. If you are ever in Alaska take this tour!!