Portage Glacier Cruise & Tour (Transportation Included)

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Venture on a spectacular cruise across Portage Lake, home to Portage Glacier, on this half-day tour. Travel south from Anchorage along the scenic Seward Highway. Next, board the mv Ptarmigan, the only boat operating on Portage Lake, for an unforgettable one-hour cruise across an iceberg-dotted landscape. On the way back to Anchorage, stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center where you’ll tour this great wildlife sanctuary.

Special Notes: All bookings must be made at least 5 days in advance. Child price applies to age 12 and under. Multiple bookings will be needed for larger parties as the maximum number of guests per booking is 4. Cruise operation is subject to weather conditions. Visit our Facebook page for real time updates on weather conditions and operation. This tour departs from the Hotel Captain Cook, located at 939 W. 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time.

Highlights

  • The only boat operating on Portage Lake
  • Onboard narration
  • Fully enclosed, heated cabin
  • Expansive windows for enhanced viewing
  • Topside view-deck offers a great vantage point for watching the glacier “calve,” and for visitors to enjoy the fresh air
  • Holds up to 144 passengers
  • 80-foot vessel was built on site at Portage Lake to U.S. Coast Guard specifications
  • 6.5-foot draft for minimal environmental impact
  • Sound system cannot be heard from the shore, ensuring preservation of this naturally peaceful setting for wildlife and other visitors
  • Hull designed for safety in ice-filled waters
  • Operates under special use permit with the Chugach National Forest and is an equal opportunity provider