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Turnagain Arm Tour: "A Must See Destination"

4.5 (42)
Anchorage, US
4.5 (42)
Anchorage, US
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Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Turnagain Arm on this must-see tour. Journey down the scenic Seward Highway, where you'll be surrounded by breathtaking views of jagged peaks, rainforests, crystal lakes, and the Pacific Ocean. At Beluga Point, take in panoramic views of Turnagain Arm and keep your eyes peeled for Beluga Whales and Dahl Sheep. Explore the stunning rainforest at Portage Valley, including a stop at Explorer Glacier. Visit the Turnagain Art Gallery to admire life-size chainsaw carvings and stroll along the scenic boardwalk at Potter Marsh, where you can spot wild birds, spawning salmon, and maybe even a moose. This tour offers plenty of opportunities to capture unforgettable photographs and immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Alaska. Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points are included, so all you need to do is sit back, relax, and let the beauty of Turnagain Arm take your breath away.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 4 hours
  • Suitable for 1-12 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Breathtaking views of Turnagain Arm
  • Chance to see Beluga Whales and Dahl Sheep
  • Walk in a rainforest at Explorer Glacier
  • View life-size chainsaw carvings at Turnagain Art Gallery
  • Scenic boardwalk to view wild birds and spawning salmon
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Round-trip tour with shared transportation
  • Gratuities

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Introduction

Experience the beauty and grandeur of Alaska on the Turnagain Arm Tour: "A Must See Destination." This captivating tour takes you on a breathtaking ride down the scenic Seward Highway, offering awe-inspiring stops along Turnagain Arm. Get ready to witness nature's wonders and create memories that will last a lifetime.

What to expect?

On this tour, you can anticipate a journey filled with stunning natural landscapes and incredible wildlife encounters. As you travel along the Seward Highway, you'll make stops at various highlights, including Beluga Point, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Turnagain Arm and have a chance to spot Beluga Whales and Dahl Sheep. Explore Portage Valley and take a walk in the rainforest while marveling at the magnificent Explorer Glacier. Visit the Turnagain Art Gallery to admire life-size chainsaw carvings, showcasing the local talent. Finally, immerse yourself in the beauty of Potter Marsh, a scenic wildlife refuge where you can stroll along the boardwalk and observe wild birds, spawning salmon, and maybe even catch a glimpse of a moose.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts, wildlife lovers, and anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the stunning Alaskan landscape. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, this experience caters to all. The tour provides a unique opportunity to witness the diverse wildlife and breathtaking natural beauty of Turnagain Arm.

Why book this?

The Turnagain Arm Tour offers a one-of-a-kind experience, allowing you to witness the mesmerizing beauty of Alaska's Seward Highway. With its jaw-dropping views of jagged peaks, rainforests, crystal lakes, and the Pacific Ocean, this highway is a photographer's dream. Each stop on the tour provides ample time to soak in the awe-inspiring views, capturing moments that will make your soul sing. Additionally, the chance to see Beluga Whales, Dahl Sheep, and other wildlife up close creates memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.

Good to know

During the tour, you will be picked up and dropped off at designated meeting points for your convenience. The itinerary includes a stop at the Anchorage Visitors Center, where a white van with a brown bear on the back, clearly labeled Turnagain Arm Shuttle, will be waiting to take you on this incredible journey. Please note that gratuities are not included in the package.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on the Turnagain Arm Tour have been amazed by the beauty and serenity of the Alaskan landscape. They rave about the breathtaking views along the Seward Highway and the chance to spot Beluga Whales and other wildlife. Many have praised the knowledgeable guides who provide interesting insights and make the experience even more memorable. Overall, customers have expressed their satisfaction and gratitude for the opportunity to explore this must-see destination.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Alaska's Finest Tours & Cruises - Tours

Pickup included

Beluga Point

(Pass by)

Beluga Point: Popular photo stop with panoramic views of Turnagain Arm. Many are lucky, having made their “offerings to the Sheep and Whale Gods” for possible opportunities to see Dall sheep and Beluga whales passing through. It’s luck of the draw, we’ll do our best to sync you up for a once in a lifetime rendezvous with these enchanted creatures of the land and sea.

Portage Glacier

(Pass by)

Portage Valley: You will see Explorer Glacier, Middle Glacier, Byron Glacier and Take a Walk through a Rainforest. Next grab a snack or meal to enjoy on your ride back to Anchorage at Portage Day Lodge.

Turnagain Gallery

(Pass by)

Turnagain Art Gallery: Owned and operated by a master log cabin home builder Greg and Wife Wendy a local jewelry artists. Their son Jordon Anderson is a professional and competitive wood carver. He is often seen on the grounds producing life size wood carvings of local animals. The gallery is chock full of stunning sculptures, unique jewelry, deeply moving paintings and photographic prints.

Potter Marsh

(Pass by)

Potter Marsh: With its nearly panoramic view of Turnagain arm, Potter Marsh, peppered by spruce, cottonwoods and alder trees, is one of the most accessible and scenic wildlife viewing areas in Anchorage. About halfway along the boardwalk, Rabbit Creek flows underneath and provides a good spot to see spawning chinook, Coho, or humpback salmon from May to August, depending on the species. Moose also frequent the marsh year round.

Turnagain Arm Drive

(Pass by)

Turnagain Arm

Reviews

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4.5 (42)

J2938ILrichardm

This is one you can take on your own with a rental car, which we did. You travel at your own pace, stop to see the same sights as on a tour, and you have the car to use at the Wildlife Conservatory.

Discover12632222548

Guide was very knowledgeable about the area. Took time to answer questions and would stop to look for wildlife if we seen any from the van

JudyAnn_F

Visiting the area I traveled many years ago. Was very comfortable vehicle and great driver Thank you.

Annette K

This is an excellent tour and a great value! Our driver Chris was every informative and showed us so many amazing places that we would have to drive by. I think seeing all the salmon running up the river was my favorite thing. But then again, the glaciers were awesome! This was a very well thought out plan. We were fortunate that we had great weather.

Kalyani_S

Great experience and loved the guide. Paced out very well and on time performance. Loved the ambience of the vehicle and the gadgets

Thomas_W

Chris was very informative. Very good excursion. Added on the wildlife conservatory. Wish I had brought my 200 mm lens.

Erin_P

Chris was an awesome tour guide and our family had a blast seeing the beautiful scenery of Turnagain Arm! Wonderful little stops along the way for beautiful scenery, and a relaxing way to still get to see a bunch of the sights! Thank you!

lisarC406EU

Driver Matt was very informed, interesting and gave us a wonderful trip along the Turnagain River. He knew where every wildlife animal usually showed up along the drive. Very professional but fun!

Bela_S

Never been here , first time and this tour was amazing. The drive and the Mountain View’s were spectacular. The stops along the way for photos was were appreciated and the views even better. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.

Gargi_M

The drive is scenic and the stops are well thought of.. due to the fog we were unable to see the Portage glacier so our driver Dana took us further up and showed us the Explorer glacier …very thoughtful …
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-19 14:27