Experience the majestic beauty of Turnagain Arm on a full-day tour with a local guide. See stunning views, observe wildlife, and visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and Portage Valley. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore Alaska’s natural wonders!
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - I will show you the animals at the AWCC, pointing out where many like to hide. We will see caribou, moose, muskox, reindeer, black bears, brown bears, porcupines, and wood bison. We may get to see the lynx, the foxes, and the coyotes. Sometimes they are hiding where you can’t find them.
- Lunch included
- Complimentary bottled water
- Entry to the AWCC included
- alcoholic beverages are not provided as part of the tour, however you are free to avail yourself of them at the Girdwood Brewing Company.
A fully guided tour along Turnagain Arm conducted by a local expert offers breathtaking scenes of rugged terrain, icy glaciers, and a variety of Alaskan wildlife (for example, wildflowers, bald eagles, Dall sheep, beluga whales).
Our itinerary includes a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), providing visitors with a unique opportunity to closely observe and capture photos of notable Alaskan creatures such as brown bears, moose, caribou, and muskox.
Moving forward, we will take a scenic drive through Portage Valley, providing visitors with stunning vistas of majestic mountains, mesmerizing waterfalls, the serene Portage Lake, and several glaciers like the Explorer and Byron Glaciers.
The tour wouldn’t be complete without a complimentary lunch in Girdwood on our way back, a charming town nestled amidst the northernmost temperate rainforest.
In conclusion, a journey through Turnagain Arm, the AWCC, and Portage Valley offers an exceptional opportunity to immerse in Alaska’s awe-inspiring natural landscapes and wildlife, as well as gain insight into the eclectic history and culture of this extraordinary state.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.