Juneau Whale Watch
Juneau Tours Whale Watch is our Number One Recommendation for guaranteed whales!
Juneau Tours
For an amazing experience and the chance to have an excursion you’ll never forget, come aboard for this Juneau whale watching adventure including our 100% guarantee you will see whales!
Our captains and naturalists will take you in search of humpback and killer whales, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoise, harbor seals, bald eagles, bears, and deer, making for the ultimate Southeast Alaska wildlife viewing.
This Juneau wildlife whale watching tour leaves downtown and drives through the beautiful Mendenhall Valley on the way out to scenic Auke Bay. At Auke Bay, all passengers will board one of our specially designed boats for Southeast Alaska wildlife viewing. Large windows inside a heated cabin provide for a comfortable and exceptional viewing experience. Two outdoor decks provide for up-close viewing capabilities of some of Alaska’s most incredible creatures. Our experienced guides and naturalists take you on a whale watching adventure of a lifetime throughout the majestic glacier-carved waters of Southeast Alaska.
The highlight of this tour is seeing the humpback whales that have traveled to Alaska for feeding in the nutrient-rich waters of Alaska’s capital city. Once a whale is spotted, our captain will slow down and allow the passengers outside on the front and back viewing decks for excellent picture opportunities and an up-close experience.
This is a day you will never forget! Included in this tour are complimentary snacks and beverages. Don’t forget to bring a warm and rainproof jacket to spend some time on one of the outdoor viewing decks!
Most departures are scheduled to align with cruise ship arrival times, with options typically available in the morning and early afternoon. This tour is typically available from late April through early October. Our excursions were designed for cruise ship passengers but are available to everyone
Things You Need to Know
Inclusions:
- Roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship terminal
- Beverages and light snacks
- Restrooms available onboard the boat
Requirements:
- There are no additional requirements for this excursion.
Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours (Roundtrip from cruise ship terminal)
- 1.5 hours – roundtrip transportation between downtown Juneau and Auke Bay
- 2 hours – whale watching onboard a boat
Meeting Instructions:
- This tour meets in the back of the Goldbelt Mt. Robert’s Tramway building. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.
ADA Accessibility of Tour:
- This tour is limited mobility accessible. Guests must be able to climb 4 steps into and out of the bus. There is limited space for collapsible wheelchairs and walkers. There is no storage available for motorized scooters. If you have ADA needs or questions, please contact our customer service team for detailed accessibility information. Leave a comment during checkout if you’ll need accommodations for collapsible equipment on tour.
- Fully Wheelchair Accessible: No
- Limited Mobility Accessible: Yes
- Stroller Accessible: No
- Collapsible Wheelchair & Stroller Storage Available: Yes
Refund Policy:
- You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
- Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.