Columbia Glacier Boat Cruise in Alaska from Valdez
by Stan Stephens Cruises Glacier & Wildlife Cruises
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The Columbia Glacier Boat Cruise in Alaska departs from Valdez and lasts about six hours. The boat travels through the fjords and waterways of Prince William Sound, a protected area known for its wildlife and glacier-carved landscapes. The captain and crew, all locals with extensive knowledge, provide commentary on the history of the Sound and point out animals such as sea otters, seals, sea lions, whales, porpoises, eagles, and puffins. The cruise approaches Columbia Glacier, the largest tidewater glacier in south-central Alaska, for approximately 45 minutes. The glacier calves around 8 million tons of ice daily, and the route is adjusted to navigate around large icebergs safely. A light soup lunch is served around noon, along with complimentary coffee, tea, and water. Additional snacks and drinks are available for purchase at a cash snack bar on board but are not included in the cruise price. The tour is operated by Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises, a company with 50 years of experience in Prince William Sound tours. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A vegetarian lunch option is available, but guests with specific dietary restrictions should bring their own food.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Columbia Glacier
Columbia Glacier is the largest glacier in south-central Alaska. It calves about 8 million tons of ice each day. The boat navigates around large icebergs and gets as close to the glacier face as ice conditions and safety allow. This stop lasts approximately 45 minutes.
45 min
Prince William Sound
The cruise takes place within Prince William Sound, a protected ocean area with glacier-carved fjords, abundant wildlife, and historical significance. The boat travels through this area for the majority of the six-hour tour.
360 min
Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises
Stan Stephens Cruises has been running tours in Prince William Sound for 50 years.
360 min
Meeting point
Address: 112 N Harbor Drive. Located behind the Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn Directions: Please park along the west end of North Harbor Drive. Walk along the front of the Best Western Hotel windows to our office that is built on pilings over the water just above the Tour Dock in Valdez.
End point
Address: 112 N Harbor Drive. Located behind the Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn Directions: Please park along the west end of North Harbor Drive. Walk along the front of the Best Western Hotel windows to our office that is built on pilings over the water just above the Tour Dock in Valdez.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Columbia Glacier Boat Cruise in Alaska from Valdez
by Stan Stephens Cruises Glacier & Wildlife Cruises
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$370.26Overview
The Columbia Glacier Boat Cruise in Alaska departs from Valdez and lasts about six hours. The boat travels through the fjords and waterways of Prince William Sound, a protected area known for its wildlife and glacier-carved landscapes. The captain and crew, all locals with extensive knowledge, provide commentary on the history of the Sound and point out animals such as sea otters, seals, sea lions, whales, porpoises, eagles, and puffins. The cruise approaches Columbia Glacier, the largest tidewater glacier in south-central Alaska, for approximately 45 minutes. The glacier calves around 8 million tons of ice daily, and the route is adjusted to navigate around large icebergs safely. A light soup lunch is served around noon, along with complimentary coffee, tea, and water. Additional snacks and drinks are available for purchase at a cash snack bar on board but are not included in the cruise price. The tour is operated by Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises, a company with 50 years of experience in Prince William Sound tours. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A vegetarian lunch option is available, but guests with specific dietary restrictions should bring their own food.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Columbia Glacier
Columbia Glacier is the largest glacier in south-central Alaska. It calves about 8 million tons of ice each day. The boat navigates around large icebergs and gets as close to the glacier face as ice conditions and safety allow. This stop lasts approximately 45 minutes.
45 min
Prince William Sound
The cruise takes place within Prince William Sound, a protected ocean area with glacier-carved fjords, abundant wildlife, and historical significance. The boat travels through this area for the majority of the six-hour tour.
360 min
Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises
Stan Stephens Cruises has been running tours in Prince William Sound for 50 years.
360 min
Meeting point
Address: 112 N Harbor Drive. Located behind the Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn Directions: Please park along the west end of North Harbor Drive. Walk along the front of the Best Western Hotel windows to our office that is built on pilings over the water just above the Tour Dock in Valdez.
End point
Address: 112 N Harbor Drive. Located behind the Best Western Valdez Harbor Inn Directions: Please park along the west end of North Harbor Drive. Walk along the front of the Best Western Hotel windows to our office that is built on pilings over the water just above the Tour Dock in Valdez.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.