WHALE WATCHING and WILDLIFE QUEST
On this roughly four-hour excursion, you’ll embark on a whale-watching cruise in the waters around Juneau, known as a feeding ground for humpback whales. As you sail, look out for other wildlife while learning about Alaska’s marine ecosystem and enjoying the sea views.
Excursion details
Your marine exploration journey of approximately four hours begins with a roughly 30- minute transfer from the ship’s dock to the whale watching departure point. There, you’ll board a tour vessel and set out on an approximately three-hour boat trip through the waterways around Juneau, searching for whales and other wonders of the sea.
Humpback whales are known to frequent the waters of the northern Inside Passage, and orcas – also called killer whales – are occasionally spotted as well. Though smaller than humpbacks, orcas are powerful predators known to hunt seals and other marine animals.
As you sail and immerse yourself in the Alaskan seascape, you’ll learn more about the region’s ecosystem and wildlife, including sea lions, seals, porpoises and bald eagles. Keep an eye out for these fantastic creatures as well as trying to spot whales, but please note that, while common, wildlife sightings of any kind can never be guaranteed. The excursion concludes with a roughly 30-minute transfer back to the ship.
Important information: Additional snacks, beer, and wine are available for purchase. US dollars and credit cards are accepted. It is recommended that guests dress in layers. This tour is wheelchair accessible, therefore, guests should inform the Shore Excursions Desk at least 24 hours prior to tour commencement to ensure proper arrangements. The combined weight of the guest and the mobility device cannot exceed 500 lbs. Mobility devices must have a maximum length of 48 inches, maximum width of 32 inches, and minimum ground clearance of 3.5 inches. The vessel is not electric scooter accessible. Although common, spotting of wildlife is not guaranteed
