FAQ's

Prince William Sound Glacier Cruises
Glaciers, wildlife, and a delicious lunch...
just one hour from Anchorage.

Destination: Located 75 miles south of Anchorage, Whittier is the western gateway to Prince William Sound.

Season: Tours depart daily mid May through mid September. Tours range in duration from 4 hours to 6 hours, departing at 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM. All cruises depart from Whittier.

Comfort: All vessels offer multi-level walk around viewing decks, spacious heated cabins, large windows, comfortable indoor seating for all guests, a snack bar and are restroom equipped. All vessels are handicap accessible.

Staff: Our Captains and crew are dedicated to providing an experience that exceeds your expectations. Narration is provided by our captains who are the most experienced in the industry skilled at navigating the waters of Prince William Sound.

Glaciers: Cruise into Harriman Fjord to view the massive tidewater glaciers reaching up to 500 feet! Visit Blackstone Bay dotted with alpine glaciers and home to the spectacular tidewater glaciers of Blackstone and Beloit Glaciers.

Wildlife: Prince William Sound is home to many species of marine wildlife and sea birds. Depending on tour selected and time of year, cruise may include area wildlife such as whales, sea lions, sea otters, sea birds, eagles, seals, and mountain goats.

Scenery: Watch for wildlife as your captain slowly navigates through the narrows of Esther Passage. Visit the Wally Norberg Fish Hatchery and learn about the life cycle of salmon.

Education: Our Glacier Adventure Cruise will provide guests with an opportunity to view plankton collected from the waters of Prince William Sound under a microscope. We also offer Marine Science tours that promote awareness of our environment, weather conditions and allow students to perform experiments.

Free Lunch: Alaska King Crab Cakes, pasta salad, roll and beverage are served for lunch during each cruise.

Prince William Sound Glacier Cruises is part of the Alaska Heritage Tours family of Alaskan Owned & Operated lodges and day cruises.

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