From Valdez: 7.5-hour Meares Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

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Activity provider:
Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildife Cruises
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From Valdez: 7.5-hour Meares Glacier & Wildlife Cruise
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Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
38 reviews

Discover gracious glaciers including Meares Glacier, exciting wildlife, and everything that the picturesque Prince William Sound has to offer on this full-day cruise from Valdez.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund
Duration 7.5 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Meet your crew at the local partner's office located behind the Best Western Hotel in Valdez, 112 North Harbor Dr., or take one of the transfers to/from RV parks located in the center of Valdez.
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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5 out of 5 stars
M
Michael – Netherlands

Combination wildlife and glacier, enough time spend for both.

5
5 out of 5 stars
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Loretta – United States

Wonderful cruise, excellent guide. It was great to take time to see the glacier and wildlife, not feeling like we were in a hurry at all. Highly recommend this tour.

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Highlights

  • Experience the grand Meares Glacier from the scenic Prince William Sound
  • View spectacular marine wildlife including seals, otters and whales
  • Gaze at waterfalls and beautiful bays as you cruise along the shoreline
  • Learn about the rich natural history of the area from your captain and crew
  • Tuck into a tasty lunch with breathtaking views from the comfort of the boat

Full description

Enjoy a cruise through the Prince William Sound, spot bald eagles, orcas, and visit the advancing Meares Glacier on a 7.5-hour adventurous cruise through the heart of the area.


Begin your day by exploring Port Valdez where you will learn about early explorers, oil shipping, and commercial fishing. Cruise by waterfalls cascading down coastal mountains as you travel the calm waters of the Sound to Unakwik Inlet.


Encounter marine birds and wildlife at incredible locations on the water. Look out for sea otters, sea lions, and porpoises. Watch out for wildlife including majestic humpback whales and sea birds such as puffins.


Spend some time relaxing on the boat in front of the Meares Glacier and witness some calving activity, where the ice falls into the ocean. Be served lunch as you depart Meares Glacier. Pass a bullhead sea lion Haulout, to watch the sea lions resting before returning to Valdez at 5:00 PM.

Includes

  • A morning bagel snack, late lunch, and a dinner roll
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, lemonade, and water
  • Gift shop and snack bar to purchase other items
  • Guide and multilingual map
  • Tips
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Jacket
  • Rain gear
  • Long pants
  • Cash
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Charged Smartphone
  • Binoculars
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Face mask or protective covering

Not allowed

  • Drones

Know before you go

  • This tour takes place rain or shine
  • A ramp is used to access the dock, depending on the tide at times this may be steep. Guests should be prepared to walk down this ramp, boarding assistance is available
Likely to sell out

From $190 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5
4.7 out of 5 stars

based on 38 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Michael – NetherlandsAugust 28, 2024 – Verified booking
Combination wildlife and glacier, enough time spend for both.
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Loretta – United StatesAugust 24, 2024 – Verified booking
Wonderful cruise, excellent guide. It was great to take time to see the glacier and wildlife, not feeling like we were in a hurry at all. Highly recommend this tour.
5
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Richard – United StatesJuly 10, 2024 – Verified booking
There is nothing better than celebrating our 20 Years Anniversary in the Port of Valdez! This 7 1/2 hours Meares Glacier & Wildlife Cruise was the best cruise we have ever been on! My in-laws who were here visiting from New York were also fascinated. Thank you to all the amazing staffs and crews. Highly recommended!

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Activity provider:
Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildife Cruises

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