Juneau Whale Watching: Ultimate Wildlife Encounter Tour
Whale watching wildlife viewing at it's finest! Come aboard with us as we search the pristine waters of Juneau, Alaska for majestic Humpback Whales and other water wildlife we may find along the way. Our expert captains and naturalists are so familiar with these amazing creatures that we can actually guarantee you will see whales in their natural habitat from a safe distance. Our state of the art boats are equipped with restrooms and heated cabins to make this journey extra comfortable. Our fleet of fast jet boats all have plenty of outdoor deck space so you can choose to watch the wildlife in the open air or from the comfort of the cabin. This is an Alaskan adventure you won't want to miss!
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mike23txus, 12/10/2025 5:19:14 AM
Omg we saw so many whales. We had three ladies on our boat. The captain really made the trip so much fun. I think her name was Hannah. We had a great time. A must see. Have your camera ready.
413RobS413, 12/9/2025 10:17:37 PM
Captain Michelle and crew provided the best experience of all our excursions! They found the whales and within 10 minutes one jumped less than 100 yards in front us on the bow. Genevieve, Rylee, and Sophia were all very knowledgeable and provided way more than we expected. Very comfortable boat ride with no issues for any of the passengers. Plenty of space outside when stopped for viewing. Thank you!!
karen_s, 12/7/2025 3:35:12 PM
We had a great time and the crew was friendly, knowledgeable and got us where we saw whales. The deck got a little crowded but folks were nice about sharing space.
Susan K, 11/30/2025 1:23:44 PM
Top notch tour. Taylor made our experience so much fun! He was very knowledgeable and answered all our questing. His enthusiasm for his job made the trip that much better!
Anita_W, 11/16/2025 6:48:08 PM
I was nervous to take this tour during our stop over in Juneau on a cruise. I was afraid maybe they wouldn't get us back on time. They did pick us up on time and get us back in plenty of time to make our boarding. We saw lots of whales and everyone was super friendly and taught us a lot of interesting information. We went in August. I'm not sure if that has an impact on how many whales we saw, but it was a very good experience.
405wens, 11/8/2025 4:04:04 PM
That’s an absolutely fantastic tour, especially with Delton and Nate as your guides—they’re both incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced! They made the whole experience so much more enjoyable and memorable with their insights and enthusiasm.
jibaro726, 11/5/2025 8:05:26 PM
Very exciting & thrilling to see multiple whales! Be alert and videotape experience because you don’t know when whales will pop up! Great fun Great tour guides!
Denise_V, 11/5/2025 7:28:03 AM
What’s a whale watching adventure after the whales migrate out of the area? It’s a little boat ride out. It’s a little boat ride back. Fortunately for us, it was a beautiful day. And the crew was delightful.
Lovejoytravels, 11/4/2025 12:33:24 AM
We had an amazing time. It’s hard not to not enjoy the scenery of Alaska. It was raining throughout our visit and we also arrived at the tale end of the season - mid September. Nevertheless, we had a great time. I didn’t see any whales but it wasn’t the most opportune time. There was plenty of room on the boat. And the crew was knowledgeable. Would do definitely recommend.
R5400LYcourtneyd, 10/13/2025 10:30:51 AM
This was the highlight of our entire Alaskan cruise. The whales first off, were unbelievable. We got to see 4-5 humpback whales and more than 6-7 orca. Literal tears. It was amazing. Greg our captain was on it. They seem to have a really good system of communication with the other boats and they get you to where you need to be to see some animals. Genevieve and Sophie were our tour guides and I’m obsessed with them. So sweet and knowledgeable. They love their jobs and it shines through. They talk to you like friends. It was just the best experience. 100/10.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Collapsable Wheelchairs Only
- No Motorized Scooters
- No Motorized Wheelchairs
Departure point
Meet 15 minutes before tour time underneath the tent on the wooden dock on the water-side of the large red Mt Robert's Tramway building (the gondola building) at the main Cruise Terminal. They will hold a sign, "Alaska Tales". If you have any trouble finding this person, please call us.Return details
Whale watching wildlife viewing at it's finest! Come aboard with us as we search the pristine waters of Juneau, Alaska for majestic Humpback Whales and other water wildlife we may find along the way. Our expert captains and naturalists are so familiar with these amazing creatures that we can actually guarantee you will see whales in their natural habitat from a safe distance. Our state of the art boats are equipped with restrooms and heated cabins to make this journey extra comfortable. Our fleet of fast jet boats all have plenty of outdoor deck space so you can choose to watch the wildlife in the open air or from the comfort of the cabin. This is an Alaskan adventure you won't want to miss!Redemption
Departure Point: Tour check-in is centrally located at the main cruise ship terminal in downtown Juneau. Address: Meet behind 490 S Franklin St, Juneau, AK 99801 - meet behind this building on the wooden pier on the water-side of the Mt. Robert's Tramway Building. DIRECTIONS: Please meet your tour representative 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time on the wooden dock that is on the water-side of the large red Mt Robert's Tramway building at the main Cruise Ship Terminal (the tramway building houses the gondola that goes up the mountain). The address is 490 S Franklin St, Juneau, AK 99801. Your Alaska Tales Tour Representative will be holding a sign that will read, Alaska Tales. If you have any trouble finding this person, please call 907-419-3098. IMPORTANT: If you are on a cruise ship that is docking at the AJ dock a shuttle is available to the Mt. Roberts Tramway building where the tour departs from. Cost is generally $3.00 for an all day pass, which is offered by your cruise line HOTEL GUESTS: If you are an overnight guest staying outside of downtown Juneau and/or have your own transportation, you may prefer to meet us at the harbor in Auke Bay instead of the downtown meeting location. If you prefer to meet directly at the harbor, please email us as there are different meeting times and instructions.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund





