Juneau excursion planning
Juneau is where most Alaska cruise itineraries offer the biggest excursion menu and the hardest tradeoff: whales, helicopters, or glacier time.
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2.5 hr
While in port in Juneau, take advantage of Alaska’s incredible scenery on this two-part shore excursion. Take to the skies on a helicopter tour over the stunning Juneau Icefield, and land o…
Best for
Travelers prioritizing scenery over budget.
Starting price
$484
Social proof
4.8 / 5 (536 reviews)
3 hr
Your 3 hour whale watching adventure begins when you board a coach bus that departs downtown Juneau from the Mt. Roberts Tram parking lot. A 25 minute journey through the picturesque landsc…
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Cruise visitors wanting a dependable first-choice Alaska wildlife day.
Starting price
$156
Social proof
4.9 / 5 (920 reviews)
5 hr
Join us for Whale Watching in our cool Alaskan waters and then view one of 38 glaciers from the Juneau Ice Fields - the spectacular Mendenhall Glacier. We guide you on a 2 hour whale watchi…
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Cruise visitors wanting a dependable first-choice Alaska wildlife day.
Starting price
$199
Social proof
4.7 / 5 (774 reviews)
5.5 hr
Although we are the original whale-watching company in Juneau (operating since 1994), we are still small and family-owned and operated! We want you to feel like part of the family, and we p…
Best for
Cruise visitors wanting a dependable first-choice Alaska wildlife day.
Starting price
$199
Social proof
4.9 / 5 (41 reviews)
4.5 hr
This wildlife viewing excursion takes you on a journey to see two of the major highlights in Southeast Alaska. You will be guided to the Mendenhall Glacier for a 45 minute self-exploration…
Best for
Cruise visitors wanting a dependable first-choice Alaska wildlife day.
Starting price
$249
Social proof
4.9 / 5 (6,239 reviews)
3 hr
Pair a helicopter flight over the glaciers of Juneau Icefield with a dogsled ride, and you have the perfect Alaska experience. After flying over breathtaking scenery, land at a remote glaci…
Best for
Travelers prioritizing scenery over budget.
Starting price
$800
Social proof
4.6 / 5 (150 reviews)
Best port for rail scenery and classic Gold Rush landscapes.
Best port for floatplane scenery, rainforest, and seafood culture.
Best port for a calmer wildlife-first Alaska day.
Best port for decisive single-experience booking.