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Wildlife Conservation Centre & Portage Valley Glaciers

By White Raven Tours
9.6 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$174 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
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Overview

Embark on a scenic journey along the Turnagain Arm. View breathtaking Scenery, keeping a lookout for Beluga whales, Dall Sheep, Bald Eagles, and the occasional bear! Learn about the local ecosystem and local wildlife from your experienced tour guide, as they drive along the inlet. You will arrive at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre to visit and learn about the many local wildlife that have been rescued. Lastly, enjoy a scenic drive through Portage Valley and view these beautiful glaciers and Salmon streams.

Enjoy return transport from Anchorage. Learn about local wildlife and ecosystems. Visit Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre, to see and learn about local Alaskan wildlife. Drive-thru parts Portage Valley. A walk in the rainforest.

Activity location

  • Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
    • Mile 79 Seward Highway,
    • 99587, Girdwood, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 524 W 4th Ave
    • 524 West 4th Avenue
    • 99501, Anchorage, Alaska, United States

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Wildlife tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m4h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 1:00 pm
Price details
AU$174.38 x 1 AdultAU$174.38
Total
Price is AU$174.38
Until Fri, 27 Dec

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry Ticket to Wildlife Conservation Centre
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • There is 2: 20 Minutes of return travel time, included in this tour.

Activity itinerary

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Alaska Wildlife Conservation centre is Southcentral Alaska's # 1 visitor attraction. The Wildlife Conservation Centre is a non profit sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska's wildlife through conservation, research, education and quality animal care. Visitors can expect to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region and having the opportunity to observe a diverse array of native wildlife up close, including bears, wolves, moose, wolves and eagles, among others, in a spacious 200 acre carefully designed habitats that mimic their natural environment Its an unforgettable experience that fosters a deeper appreciation for Alaska's wildlife.
Portage Glacier
  • 1h
Brief stop in Portage Valley, where you will see several hanging Glaciers which once extended the entire length of the 14 mile valley. Portage glacier has receded back approximately 2 1/2 miles and has left behind a dead lake! The glacial remnants seen today are Explorer, Middle, Byron, Burns, and Shakespeare glaciers. While still massive in size, these glaciers stand as smaller reminders of the immense ice sheets that once covered this landscape. Next will be a walk through the rainforest, afterwards enjoy your ride back to Chugach State Park and marvel at the stunning views of Turnagain Arm.
Chugach State Park
  • 10m
At Beluga Point, visitors can enjoy breath taking views of Turnagan Arm with its sweeping coastal scenery, and rugged cliffs, often in spring and summer you can see glimpses of beluga whales swimming in the waters. Turnagan Arm itself, offers possible opportunities for wildlife viewing, including Beluga whales, Dall sheep, Bald Eagles and sometimes bears, as well as scenic vistas of the Chugach Mountains and the unique phenomenon of bore tides.
Turnagain Arm Trail, Northern Trailhead (Pass by)
Scenic drive to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre to and back to Anchorage is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Total return.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAlaska Wildlife Conservation Center
    • Mile 79 Seward Highway,
    • 99587, Girdwood, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE524 W 4th Ave
    • 524 West 4th Avenue
    • 99501, Anchorage, Alaska, United States

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