Excursion Whale & marine mammals cruise tour at Icy Strait Point

Voyage to the renowned Point Adolphus area on a whale-watching vessel to spot humpback whales and many other marine mammals.

Cruise looking for Humpback whales, Orca (Killer Whales), Seal, Porpoise, Steller's sea lions

Depart directly from Icy Strait Point for a two-and-a-half-hour cruise on a safe, stable, covered, comfortable whale-watching vessel. Travel through the bountiful waters of Icy Strait to the renowned Point Adolphus area, home to Alaska's largest summer population of humpback whales. Along the way there is the possibility of spotting some of the region's other marine life including orca (killer whales), seal, porpoise and Steller's sea lions. Learn about the biology and behavior of the diverse species that gather every summer to indulge in Alaska's nutrient-rich waters. Enjoy the open-air observation deck, scan the area with binoculars and take advantage of the many and varied photo opportunities.

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Please note: This tour involves minimal walking (50 feet/15 meters) as the whale watching vessel is boarded directly across from the cruise ship. The tour is ADA accessible: the vessel can accommodate mobility devices with minimum ground clearance of 3.5 inches (9 cm) and not exceeding 48 inches (122 cm) in length and 32 inches (81 cm) in width and with a combined weight not to exceed 600 lbs (272 kilograms). Guests requiring an ADA-accessible vessel, must make advance arrangements through the onboard Shore Concierge Desk. Children of all ages may participate. Guests should dress in layers and wear weather-appropriate clothing, including a waterproof jacket, and comfortable shoes. On sunny days sunscreen and a hat may be advisable, but guests should bear in mind that weather conditions may change suddenly. Bring a camera and binoculars.