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Turnagain Arm Tour
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- 5 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience the breathtaking landscape of the Turnagain Arm on a half-day tour with an informative guide. Ride along the scenic Seward Parkway to the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge and Beluga Point, stopping for photo ops and wildlife observation. Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a large nature preserve where injured animals are rehabilitated. Continue to the town of Girdwood, then travel up into the Chugach Mountains for another great vantage point on the Turnagain Arm. Includes round-trip transportation from Anchorage.
- Stop for photos and wildlife spotting at Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge and Beluga Point
- Observe Alaskan wild animals up close at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Have lunch (not provided) in the quaint town of Girdwood near Mt. Alyeska
- Learn from the knowledgeable guide about Alaska's natural history and wildlife
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center555 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501, USA
Our silver Mercedes Sprinter van will be parked along the curb in front of the Egan Center
Start time
09:00 AM
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Start your day with pickup at your Anchorage hotel.
Head towards the Portage Valley as your guide shares informative commentary on the wildlife and history of Turnagain Arm and Chugach National Forest. Stop to look for wildlife such as caribou and moose, and snap photos at the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge and Beluga Point. All stops provide great views of the narrow Turnagain Arm waterway, which connects to the Gulf of Alaska and the Cook Inlet.
Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a wildlife reserve that rehabilitates orphaned and injured wild animals from the Chugach National Forest region, including caribou, elk, moose, musk ox, deer, bears, and bison—some of Alaska's biggest land animals. See the animals and birds of prey during your time at the center.
Next up, drive to Mt. Alyeska and purchase lunch at a favorite local spot in the picturesque ski resort town of Girdwood, which was once a mining town. Then ascend the road that climbs into the Chugach Mountains where you get for sweeping views of the Turnagain Arm.
Your tour comes to an end when your guide returns you to your Anchorage hotel.
Head towards the Portage Valley as your guide shares informative commentary on the wildlife and history of Turnagain Arm and Chugach National Forest. Stop to look for wildlife such as caribou and moose, and snap photos at the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge and Beluga Point. All stops provide great views of the narrow Turnagain Arm waterway, which connects to the Gulf of Alaska and the Cook Inlet.
Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a wildlife reserve that rehabilitates orphaned and injured wild animals from the Chugach National Forest region, including caribou, elk, moose, musk ox, deer, bears, and bison—some of Alaska's biggest land animals. See the animals and birds of prey during your time at the center.
Next up, drive to Mt. Alyeska and purchase lunch at a favorite local spot in the picturesque ski resort town of Girdwood, which was once a mining town. Then ascend the road that climbs into the Chugach Mountains where you get for sweeping views of the Turnagain Arm.
Your tour comes to an end when your guide returns you to your Anchorage hotel.
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Beluga Point
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Janet_F
Matt( The RN) was a very excellent and knowledgeable guide. He made us experience wading in glacial waters, short hike to waterfalls, and made the trip fun with a game ( ice cream for a price).I highly recommend Matt as your tour guide. Thanks Matt and God bless!
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Elise_K, Aug 2023
This tour offered a bit of everything iconic about Alaska. The small group (8) was the perfect size. We were able to stop at various points to see all sorts of wildlife—beluga whales, moose, sheep, salmon. Plus blueberry picking. Our guide,Phil, was knowledgeable and informative. It was truly spectacular!
Janet_F, Aug 2023
Matt( The RN) was a very excellent and knowledgeable guide. He made us experience wading in glacial waters, short hike to waterfalls, and made the trip fun with a game ( ice cream for a price).I highly recommend Matt as your tour guide. Thanks Matt and God bless!
Lisa_W, Jul 2023
Ladies, don’t wait to potty at Flat Rock. 🥴 Toilet facilities were abhorrent. That was the only negative of the trip.
Phil was so knowledgeable and able to answer most of our questions. The weather cooperated and we had a beautiful tour!
Kimberly_B, Jul 2023
Our guide Matt was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable about the area and was able to give a real 'local feel'. All of my family really enjoyed our tour and would consider using Viator for future travel experiences.
Kathy_J, Jun 2023
The whole day was awesome, we saw the most beautiful scenery. Phil our guide was very knowledgeable and was able to give us so much history and and fun facts about Alaska. Highly recommend.
David_K, Jun 2023
Our guide & driver, Phil, was beyond amazing! He was like having your best friend show you around. His knowledge was spectacular, & his driving was impeccable. He went far beyond our expectations, showing us the beauty of the Turnagain Arm area outside of Anchorage. Thanks, Phil, for making our day with you an awesome one in every way! Highly, highly recommend the tour & Phil!
April_H, Jun 2023
Had a wonderful guide. Phil knew so much about each stop we made. We would highly recommend this tour. Ranks as one of the best we have ever taken.
Dan_M, Aug 2022
Great tour wildlife and scenic. Matt the tour guide was fantastic. very knowledgeable and friendly. We have been on many tours and you will not find a better guide
Steven_G, Jul 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed the day traveling on the Seward Parkway visiting the Portage Glacier, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and Flattop Mountain. Our guide was knowledgable, patient and up beat. We spent a delightful day in breath taking scenery with interesting and friendly traveling companions.
Lou_W, Jul 2022
Wish we would have spent more time in the back country, or the town we were going to go to etc, and less time at the rehab shelter😊😊😊
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Thanks for your review. This 5 hour tour offers stops along the Seward Highway, the Wildlife Conservation Center (2-hours); Chugach State Park Overlook and covers all sights along the Turnagain Arm. This tour does not advertise any visits to any town nor does it take you into the backcountry. This would be a different tour. We hope that you enjoyed your time in Alaska!
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