Explore Alaska’s Glaciers, Wildlife, and Coastal Wilderness

Alaska & Yukon Tours — Glacier Hikes, Wildlife Tours, and Coastal Cruises

Alaska & Yukon Tours offers a broad selection of Alaska tours focused on glaciers, wildlife viewing, and coastal cruises designed to connect travelers with iconic Alaskan landscapes. Based in Juneau, the company lists departures and excursions from Anchorage, Seward, and Whittier, including narrated transfers and full- and half-day cruises.

Popular Tours and What to Expect

• Wildlife Conservatory Center from Anchorage — A scenic 4-hour wildlife tour to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center for close-up viewing of bears, moose, and native species along Turnagain Arm.
• Matanuska Glacier with Guide (from Anchorage) — An 8-hour glacier hike led by a certified glaciologist, offering hands-on interpretation and guided travel across ice formations.
• Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise (4 hours) — Short wildlife cruises through Resurrection Bay with opportunities to see orca, humpback whales, sea lions, and puffins.
• Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise (7.5 hours) — Full-day glacier and wildlife cruises showcasing tidewater glaciers and extended wildlife viewing with expert narration and a deli lunch.
• Seward Day Trip & Alaska SeaLife Center — A 6-hour excursion combining scenic driving, Exit Glacier visits, and marine research exhibits at the Alaska SeaLife Center.

Other offerings include Grizzly Falls Ziplining, Glacier Point ATV Exploration via Lynn Canal, and practical logistics such as Transfers - Whittier to Anchorage and Transfers - Seward to Anchorage. Lodging options in the catalog include stays at the Gateway Hotel near Seward Small Boat Harbor.

Why Travelers Choose These Tours

• Guided expertise: Several tours emphasize interpretation by trained staff or a certified glaciologist for safe, informative glacier hikes.
• Maritime experience: Kenai Fjords cruises are led by experienced captains who provide narration and wildlife insight.
• Convenience for cruise passengers: Narrated transfers connect cruise terminals with Anchorage and key locations, simplifying travel logistics.

Practical Details & Planning Tips

• Book transfers early when coordinating with cruise arrival and departure times to ensure seamless connections.
• Select the cruise length that matches interest and stamina: the 4-hour wildlife cruise offers compact wildlife viewing, while the 7.5-hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise provides extended glacier and marine wildlife opportunities.
• For glacier exploration, choose guided glacier hikes that include expert instruction; the Matanuska Glacier trip is led by a certified glaciologist.

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Alaska & Yukon Tours connects visitors with Alaska’s glaciers, marine wildlife, and rainforest adventure activities through a set of clearly described excursions and transfer services. Use the trip descriptions to match interests — whether seeking short wildlife cruises, full-day glacier expeditions, or narrated transfers from cruise ports.