Alaska's Wild Heart: Glaciers, Wildlife & Rainforest Trek
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This tour is a great way to experience some amazing sights of Alaska, wildlife, glaciers, and a rainforest within a half day. Your guide will pick you up from downtown Anchorage and drive along Turnagain Arm, which boasts abundant scenic views and Alaskan wildlife within easy access to the city of Anchorage. Along the way, you will learn many interesting facts about this area’s history, animals, and ecosystem from your experienced guide. You will visit the Wildlife Conservation Center, located at the end of Turnagain Arm and surrounded by mountain peaks. You will have the chance to explore on your own and visit the many animals in the center, including brown bears, wolfs, caribou, moose, and the endangered Woodland Bison. After the Wildlife Center, you will have the opportunity to see the majestic Portage Valley, a few miles drive from the Wildlife Center. Here you will enjoy several amazing viewpoints of glaciers, lakes, rivers, and a unique rainforest.
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Patrice_H, 10/24/2025 5:01:51 PM
It was great to see the wildlife at the conservation center. The walk through the rain forest was short and easy. It was difficult to see the glacier across Portage lake because of the rain and clouds. On a Sunday it would be amazing. Melissa our guide was excellent, she shared a lot about how she and her family hunt, fish and prepare for the winter. I learned a lot.
HPMacy, 9/27/2025 10:39:18 AM
The one rainy day of our entire 10-day trip but driver/guide Matt did everything he could to mitigate, including having little squeegees to wipe down fogged windows in the van. He talked the entire way out to Turnagain Arm and most of the way back, and is a fountain of knowledge. The Conservation Center is so well done, and Matt knew how to best time our arrival/viewing to best see the animals.
120matthewf, 9/20/2025 4:32:35 PM
Our first tour was canceled so we were put on this tour and I would have to say that what a GREAT tour it was! Our tour guide,Melissa, was outstanding and she gave us SOOO much information on Alaska and the surrounding area. We saw wildlife and the Conservation was so much fun. Highly recommend this tour. A++++
DrRahul_g, 9/15/2025 12:10:29 PM
It was a great experience specially out guide and bus driver AMA was a great lovable character and she did give us great information regarding the glacier / the waterfall trail / along with whales But what was amazing was that she was always smiling and answering any questions we asked The whale watching was a great experience we had forgotten out binoculars at ship but the boat had a few binoculars so that made our day We got what we expected So it was a great experience
Y2016IKcrystalf, 9/12/2025 5:10:43 PM
Had a blast even though the rain was pouring. Had a great guide that had lots of information. I had a knee injury and the driver helped me with some special ointment that helped a lot. Had a great time and hope to make it back again someday.
RahulG2324, 9/12/2025 4:33:02 PM
It was worth a trip Our guide Malesa extremely please t and good human made is feel at home She answered all our queries with a smile Her passion for wildlife and adventure is unbelievable So all in all a great experience
Maps92244, 9/8/2025 11:29:08 PM
I think this was the best tour of a 10 day trip!! Matthew was a superb guide. His knowledge of the area was extensive and that information was delivered with mix of humor.
Diane_B, 9/8/2025 3:50:40 PM
It was a wonderful tour. Well done. Lots to see. Matthew was a terrific guide. I would take this tour again
Isabel_T, 9/8/2025 2:24:52 PM
It was absolutely magnificent. Our tour guide, Melissa, went above and beyond sharing much of her Native culture. I’d do it again in a heartbeat!
Karen_T, 9/5/2025 1:11:26 PM
It was thoroughly enjoyable, mainly due to our guide, Melissa. Being a native Alaskan, she was extremely knowledgeable about the state and everything in it. She made the tour fun and informative!
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Weather in Alaska can change rapidly, so please dress accordingly
- Not recommended for Infants or Passengers who cannot walk for 40 minutes on their own.
Departure point
Please check in at our new location: 509 W. 3rd Ave, directly across from the Hilton Hotel. Parking is available across the street. Check in at the concierge desk, then wait in our garden or indoor lobby. Please arrive 20 mins before departure. Look for the gray van with a bear!Return details
This tour is a great way to experience some amazing sights of Alaska, wildlife, glaciers, and a rainforest within a half day. Your guide will pick you up from downtown Anchorage and drive along Turnagain Arm, which boasts abundant scenic views and Alaskan wildlife within easy access to the city of Anchorage. Along the way, you will learn many interesting facts about this area’s history, animals, and ecosystem from your experienced guide. You will visit the Wildlife Conservation Center, located at the end of Turnagain Arm and surrounded by mountain peaks. You will have the chance to explore on your own and visit the many animals in the center, including brown bears, wolfs, caribou, moose, and the endangered Woodland Bison. After the Wildlife Center, you will have the opportunity to see the majestic Portage Valley, a few miles drive from the Wildlife Center. Here you will enjoy several amazing viewpoints of glaciers, lakes, rivers, and a unique rainforest.Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended and please dress in layers for the weather conditions • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund • If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. • This tour is recommended for mobile people as their will be in and out and walking.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund