Travel by deluxe catamaran served by a knowledgeable naturalist and attentive crew. Experience alaska s premier attractions glaciers and wildlife from two very different vantage points by land and by sea. Mendenhall glacier, whale watching and wildlife quest. Experience alaskas two most popular attractions glaciers and wildlife on one. From the comfort of a heated jet boat or catamaran, enjoy views of fjords and snowdrizzled mountains, and delight in a medley of wildlife including orcas, humpbacks, otters, sea lions and bald eagles. Step into alaska with one of these dedicated and knowledgeable local guides. Step into alaska juneau whale watching tours and hiking. Enthusiastic wildlife specialist gave us all sorts of information on wildlife we encountered. Juneau wildlife viewing guide alaska department of fish and. The alaska zipline tour is both an incredibly fun outdoor adventure activity and an exciting way to experience alaskas temperate rainforest high up in the canopy. Captain larry has been vice president of marine education and research of southeast alaska mersea, a nonprofit whale support group based in juneau, since its inception in 1996. Whale watching tours are offered in juneau and near glacier bay.
We guide you on a 2 hour whale watching tour, spotting humpback whales and other wildlife. Your adventure begins with a short drive through downtown juneau all the way to auke bay where you will have the opportunity to see humpback and orca whales, dalls porpoises, steller sea lions, harbor seals, bald eagles, and more. Hospital visit from the carol burnett show full sketch duration. Along the way your guide will entertain you with legends and lore of juneaus. Alaska humpback adventures exists to give honor to god by providing a safe, personal, and authentic alaskan whale watching experience. The whale watching tour doesnt disappoint and puts you up close and personal with all sorts of alaskan wildlife, of course with humpback whales being the focus of this halfday juneau shore excursion. Once you board the boat, relax and let your experienced captain lead the way to whales and other wildlife. The orca, or killer whale, is also common to juneau. Join us for whale watching in our cool alaskan waters and then view one of 38 glaciers from the juneau ice fields the spectacular mendenhall glacier. Nov 12, 2019 juneau rained all day, but were forewarned so brought warmer clothing.
Whale watching tour juneau tours and shore excursions. This is an extremely wellorganized experience by allen marine tours. The inside passage waters near juneau support a very healthy humpback whale population. Enjoy a whales guaranteed wildlife cruise aboard a deluxe catamaran, and then step ashore on a remote island to enjoy a delicious salmon bake feast in a spectacular wilderness setting. Jun, 2012 wednesday 05232012 evening whale watching quest. For several years he has operated whale watching and wildlife tour boats in southeast alaska. Then off to the mendenhall glacier to spend some time hiking, watching fish spawn at steep creek or enjoy an outstanding view from the visitor center.
Whale watching tour juneau alaska humpback adventures. Daily boat tours to tracy arm rarely return without whale sightings and youll often spot many on a single trip. Alaska whale watching juneau all you need to know before. We saw eagles, seals, humpback whales, sea lions, and orcas. Humpback whale, evening whale quest juneau alaska youtube. Alaskan wildlife and whale watching trip disney cruise line. Captain tobie and guide matt were fun, as excited as we were when whales were spotted, helpful, and made sure we were treated well in all ways. Whale watching near juneau, alaska stories and adventures.
Took the ships excursion for whale watching and wildlife quest. A unique opportunity to experience southeast alaskas natural history and. Stand in the midst of alaskas state capital and raise your. Magical evening whale watching in juneau alaska with allen. Weve selected a dozen of our favorite destinations to share with you. Juneau has a healthy humpback whale population with some 65 whales returning each season to feed in the nutrientrich waters and your captain is well versed in locating them. This was our first time to alaska, and whale watching was top on my list of to dos. Although alaska whales generally do not possess hind limbs, some whales such as sperm whales and baleen whales sometimes have rudimentary hind limbs.
Situated as they are in one of the worlds premier whale grounds, juneau whale watching tours are a mustdo on any visit to alaska. If youre looking for whale watching opportunities during your alaskan cruise, juneau is the place. Allen marine tours juneau all you need to know before you. Most species of whale bear a fin on their backs known as a dorsal fin. The carol burnett show official recommended for you. Mayor bill overstreet park features tahku, a humpback whale fountain, restroom facilities, a picnic shelter, table. Orca enterprises whalewatching tour alaska communications. Prices are based on availability and subject to change. If you would like to compare where services are located, you can add to my alaska to compile a list and see all the points on the same map. Set voyage into alaskas inside passage on this whalewatching shore excursion from juneau port. Respect private property and give hunters, anglers and others plenty of space. Named whales juneau rained all day, but were forewarned so brought warmer clothing. Whale watching and wildlife quest is a disney cruise line port adventure in juneau, alaska featuring whale watching and sightseeing from a catamaran. Juneau rained all day, but were forewarned so brought warmer clothing.
We specialize in the finest juneau whale watching and hiking shore excursions and can arrange custom trips by land and sea for families or groups seeking private wilderness experiences. We had beautiful weather for our morning whale watching tour on the 2 story st. These arent the only places to see wildlife, but by the time youve visited all of them, youll have discovered new places on your own. Experience alaskas premier attractions, glaciers and marine wildlife by land and by sea. But our shamu doesnt jump through hoops like he does at sea world. Humpbacks migrate more than 3,000 miles from tropical waters, like hawaii, to the cooler waters of southeast alaska in as few as 30 days. This sightseeing cruise features guaranteed whale watching. Juneaus surrounding beauty and natural wonders have attracted cruise ship. The waters around juneau are rich in krill shrimplike organisms and small baitfish, a humpbacks favorite food. From seeing whales to getting an aerial view of the states capital, get ready.
Embark on a scenic cruise into the alaskan wilderness that guarantees you will see wildlife, including whales. Alaska whale watching juneau 2020 all you need to know. Following a short motorcoach ride to scenic auke bay, youll board a water jet powered catamaran specially designed for wildlife viewing. Whale watching and wildlife quest juneau all you need to. When you book your first tour online, contact us and well apply the discount when you want to book your second and third tours. The tour was going so well, that it was almost 4 hours until we docked back.
Experience an intimate encounter with humpback and orca whales on a scenic whale watching tour around juneau harbor. My family and i did the mendenhall glacier and wildlife quest tour, booked through our visiting cruise ship in juneau. Juneau whale watch all you need to know before you go. Start your tour by meeting your friendly and experienced guide at your cruise ship pier, and take the short ride to auke bay harbor where youll meet your local captain and board a whale watching vessel specially designed for comfort and wildlife viewing. Listen for the highpitched whistle of hoary marmots while hiking in the alpine. Juneau has a wealth and diversity of wildlife viewing experiences for you, whether you like to go on your own or with a guide. Your experience will be indepth, authentic, genuine and personalized. Whale watching and wildlife quest juneau 2020 all you need to. Whale watching and wildlife quest juneau 2020 all you. Relax in the warm, comfortable, spacious main cabin, surrounded by large windows as your experienced captain guides you through the island studded. This video has more real time be there feel as i left some of my running footage in the video. Juneau alaska whale watching includes information on tours based out of juneau alaska where you will find some of the best whale watching tours available along with the most complete wildlife viewing packages making juneau alaska whale watching tours a top attraction among visitors.
We are committed to giving our guests a unique tour with genuine individual attention, while sharing the spectacular beauty and wonder within and around the waters of juneau, alaska. Dec 10, 2019 my family and i did the mendenhall glacier and wildlife quest tour, booked through our visiting cruise ship in juneau. Juneau whale watch and adventures in alaska are two more. Whale watching and mendenhall glacier tour juneau, alaska duration. This is a great opportunity to view and learn about whales, sea lions, porpoise, seals, bald eagles and other species of wildlife. Whale watch and mendenhall glacier combo tour 2020 juneau. Mendenhall glacier and whale quest allen marine tours.
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