Tour
Juneau is famous for its world-class whale watching, and for good reason!
The calm waters of the Inside Passage around Juneau are teeming with humpback whales that have made the journey to Alaska to fill up on small fish and krill. They feed 23 hours per day, and their feeding behaviors are a real spectacle to behold.
Tour
For an amazing wildlife viewing experience, join us for an unforgettable whale watching excursion. Humpback whale sightings are 100% guaranteed, but the Humpback whales aren’t the only stars of the show. Steller sea lions, harbor seals, orca, Dall’s porpoise, eagles and countless other birds are all in the area, providing you with a great Southeast Alaska wildlife experience.
Your trip begins from the cruise ship terminal, as you hop aboard a shuttle bus only a few minutes from your cruise ship. As you leave downtown Juneau, your driver will be your tour guide for the next 25 minutes as you head to beautiful Auke Bay. You will get a chance to see different parts of Juneau while getting great information from your driver. Upon arrival in Auke Bay, you will walk the docks to your whale watching boat, and it’s “All Aboard”!
The whale watching boats have heated cabins, multiple decks for viewing, large windows, comfortable seating and are specially built for gliding smoothly through the calm waters of the Inside Passage and Southeast Alaska.
Your professional captain and naturalist will provide you with great information on the wildlife you are viewing, as well as the area you are in. The whale watching takes place in Favorite Channel, Lynn Canal, Stephens Passage, and Saginaw Channel. Just being on the water in our glacier carved channels, surrounded by mountains and glaciers is an experience you won’t forget!
We also offer other whale watching opportunities including:
- Whale Watch on a Luxury Private Yacht
- Combine Whale Watching on a small 6-passenger boat with an island landing and hike.
- Combine Whale Watching with a Historical Lighthouse Tour
INCLUDED: Roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship terminal, snacks, and binoculars. Guaranteed whale sightings.
RESTRICTIONS: This is an activity for the whole family, there are no restrictions regarding age and weight.
CANCELLATION: Any changes or cancellations made more than 7 days of the tour departure will not be charged a fee and will receive a full refund. Any cancellations within 7 days of the tour departure will be non-refundable. Any cancellations due to weather or late arrival of your cruise ship will result in a full refund.
WHAT TO WEAR: We recommend for you to be prepared for rain, and hope for sunshine! It drizzles quite often, so a light rain jacket with breathable layers underneath is your best bet to be prepared for rain and shine.
MEETING INSTRUCTIONS: All whale watching tours depart from near the Mt. Roberts Tramway, on the cruise ship docks. Meet there 15 minutes before tour departure time.
