Turnagain Arm Full-Day Tour: Local Guide, Majestic Views and Wildlife Observation
4.9
188 Ratings
Anchorage
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!
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 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.
What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Entry to the AWCC included
What's Not 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.
Additional Information

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.

Location
555 W 5th Ave
West 5th Avenue
If you do not wish to meet at your hotel, we can pick you up at the Anchorage Visitor's center.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Fedvet
Jun 12, 2024
Enjoyable and good value - It’s a great experience with an owner operator (Tim) who knows the area as a native and is familiar with places and people. Nicely done and visited spots never would’ve known to stop by.
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F4317wzsuec
Jun 8, 2024
Great time and tour - Tim was great, interesting and funny. Great, beautiful stops. Lunch was so delicious. Great time. I highly recommend.
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Kris_c
Jun 8, 2024
Awesome excursion - Awesome trip! Tim was very knowledgeable. Lunch was delicious! Price was less expensive than other tours like this. He went out of his way to accommodate all of us. Support his small business!
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Meagan_m
Jun 7, 2024
Perfect day! - Tim was a fantastic guide! We had the best time spending the day with him! The conservation center was amazing! What a beautiful facility and what an amazing collection of animals! Tim’s stops were picturesque and his narrative was do interesting! He was kind and engaging and it was one of our favorite days! Lunch was delicious! Thank you so much, Tim!
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Louawebber
Jun 6, 2024
Caribou Tours and day tour out of Anchorage - Tim was an amazing tour provider and guide. It wasn’t the best weather day but we loved it nonetheless. My husband and I and 10 yr old grandson were lucky enough to be the only ones in the group that day, and that was fun. Tim knows his information about the area and Alaska! He arrived ahead of the pick up time and was ready for us. Thank you caribou tours.
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Kansascitytoday
Jun 6, 2024
Anchorage with Tim - Tim was great. Very knowledgeable. Nice sense of humor. Would recommend others thank you. PS. Drive a little slower in rain 😎
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Alex
Jun 4, 2024
Excellent tour and guide! - The tour was amazing as we got to see all kinds of Alaskan animals and beautiful sights. Tim was knowledgeable and funny!
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Leena_a
May 31, 2024
Fun! - Our advisor Tim rocked! Highly recommend this tour! If fun is what you are seeking while enjoying the beautiful outdoors, this is it.
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David_w
May 30, 2024
Good trip - Tim was a gracious host and showed us some cool stuff, including turning back and stopping to allow us to see a moose with two calves. Girdwood brewing was a neat place for lunch with quality beers. Overall a worthwhile trip to see the highlights of turning arm.
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Rona_s
May 30, 2024
A greatday trip from Anchorage. - We loved the drive. Our guide,Tim, was interesting. We enjoyed the Alaskan history as well as local info. The Conservation Cebter was interesting too. Highly recommend.
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