Humpback Whale
Humpback Whale in Auke Bay
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Juneau Whale Watching Adventure

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Spend your morning or afternoon spotting magnificent humpback whales in the picturesque Auke Bay with the Alaskan mountains in the background. On this whale-watching adventure from Juneau, not only will you be in the presence of these massive creatures, but you may also see sea lions, harbor seals, porpoises, bald eagles, bears, deer and a variety of birds. On a clear day, you can even see Mendenhall Glacier!

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Duration 3.75 hours

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Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please indicate your ship or hotel name when booking your tour
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
  • Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian

Includes

  • Naturalist guide
  • Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
  • Transportation
  • Souveniers (available for purchase)

Special Instructions

Juneau Meeting Place: Please meet us for your tour on the sidewalk, under the cables of the Mt. Roberts Tram. Important Information Regarding Your Excursion Take careful note of your tour departure time noted above and please be at the designated location 15 minutes prior to departure time. Local Phone Number: (907) 789-0052 If your ship is docked at the AJ dock, a shuttle is available to the Mt. Roberts Tram area. It is approximately $3.00 for an all-day pass. All other docks are within walking distance of the Tram area. If you are arriving on a cruise ship where tendering is required, please allow extra time to make your way ashore. When you arrive at the meeting area, look for the Alaska Travel Adventures tour representative. They will be wearing a red jacket/shirt and a red hat. Look for our distinctive Caribou logo. Have your tour voucher ready to show the representative so that they can direct you to the appropriate transportation.

Itinerary

  • Estimated Time : 225 minutes

    Your whale watching adventure begins with a narrated transfer from the pier to Auke Bay. There your captain and onboard naturalist will welcome you aboard the North Star, our state of the art 48-passenger jet boat custom designed for Juneau whale watching, with large windows and an outside viewing deck. On clear days you'll have a beautiful view of the Mendenhall Glacier as your sightseeing vessel departs the dock. Juneau has a healthy humpback whale population with some 65 whales returning each season to feed in the nutrient-rich waters, and your captain is excellent at locating them. In fact, whale sightings are guaranteed! If a whale is not spotted during your cruise we'll refund you $100 ($50 for children). Your captain will let you know when whales are spotted, but it's more likely you'll first be alerted by the collective chorus of "Oohhs!" and "Ahhs!" from your fellow adventurers as they witness a giant humpback suddenly breach.

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