Travel the Seward Highway and Turnagain Pass on a four-hour transfer from Seward to Anchorage with a guided stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. See brown bears, moose, and muskox up close while learning local natural and cultural history.
Travel the Seward Highway and Turnagain Pass on a four-hour transfer from Seward to Anchorage with a guided stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. See brown bears, moose, and muskox up close while learning local natural and cultural history.
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Pacific Alaska Tours · Seward, Alaska
You step off the cruise terminal into the cold, clear air and the road unfurls north: the Seward Highway runs tight against the coast, then climbs through Turnagain Pass where wind and tide play with equal force. The van threads cliffs and bowl-shaped valleys; glaciers and spruce stand watch as the highway carves a route where the land meets the sound.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; mostly seated travel with short walking at the conservation center on a 1.5-mile loop.
The scheduled duration is four hours and includes transportation from Seward Cruise Terminal to Anchorage with an admission stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center; on-board restroom available.
Yes, but flights should depart after 3:30pm to allow adequate time for the transfer and potential delays.
The 1.5-mile loop is accessible by foot, bike, or car and the center accommodates strollers; some paths are uneven so assistance may be helpful.
You may see wild shorebirds and marine life along the coast and watch for Dall sheep or moose in the hills, but the reliable animal viewing is at the conservation center where resident animals are on display.
This corridor follows Dena'ina ancestral travel routes and later became a key supply and resource road for Russian fur trade, gold prospecting, and modern industry.
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center operates as a rehabilitation and sanctuary facility; visitors are encouraged to follow viewing rules and support responsible wildlife tourism.
Pacific Alaska Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




Book with Pacific Alaska Tours
Book directly with Pacific Alaska Tours for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve Now