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Glacier Quest Cruise Self Drive

Drive the Seward Highway along the scenic Turnagain Arm to Whittier. The Glacier Quest Cruise takes you from the quaint seaside town of Whittier to glacier-filled Blackstone Bay, a dramatic deep-water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. Keep an eye out for sea otters, Steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, whales, and more! You will see several glaciers, including Tebenkof Glacier, named for Mikhail Demitrievich Tebenkof, an outstanding surveyor whose maps were the first charts of Alaska’s waters published in 1852. Northland Glacier rests majestically, clinging to the edge of the towering mountain. Blackstone and Beloit are tidewater glaciers that have carved a steep pathway to reach Prince William Sound’s saltwater. Cruise up close to these massive glaciers to watch for telltale signs of movement signaled by the distinct “pop” of glacier ice calving.

About this activity in Whittier

Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time. no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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Drive the seward highway along the scenic turnagain arm to whittier. the glacier quest cruise takes you from the quaint seaside town of whittier to glacier-filled blackstone bay, a dramatic deep-water fjord where two tidewater glaciers and several alpine glaciers await. keep an eye out for sea otters, steller sea lions, bears, mountain goats, whales, and more! , you will see several glaciers, including tebenkof glacier, named for mikhail demitrievich tebenkof, an outstanding surveyor whose maps were the first charts of alaska’s waters published in 1852. northland glacier rests majestically, clinging to the edge of the towering mountain. blackstone and beloit are tidewater glaciers that have carved a steep pathway to reach prince william sound’s saltwater. cruise up close to these massive glaciers to watch for telltale signs of movement signaled by the distinct “pop” of glacier ice calving.

Includes

  • Lunch
  • no seasickness guarantee - our smooth cruising catamarans & the calm waters of prince william sound.
  • on-board restrooms
  • smoke-free vessels - we do not allow any form of tobacco, marijuana, vape or e-cigarettes.
  • ada accessibility limited - please call regarding your specific needs so we can assist you.
  • tea and coffee

Excludes

  • Gift shop items are available for purchase on board to share with family back home.
  • warm your spirits with our signature hot drinks or try our glacier ice margarita. our full-service bar features alaskan ales on tap, wine, a full selection of spirits and liquors.
  • gratuities

Other

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • service animals allowed
  • suitable for all physical fitness levels

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 1 Reviews
PupuleMenehune
• Oct 14, 2025 12:24:02 AM
Summary: This was such as amazing experience. The entire crew were so friendly and helpful. The Salmon Chowder was really good and my friend enjoyed the Veggie Chili. Our tour had us seeing seals, otters, breaching orcas, and a huge chunk of glacier break off. The crew pulled some fresh glacier ice out for us to enjoy in our drinks.

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Visitors consistently mention the excellent service, knowledgeable guides, and memorable experiences. The tour holds an impressive average review score of 10.0 out of 10.0 based on 1 verified traveler reviews, reflecting its strong reputation among guests.
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Glacier Quest Cruise Self Drive are as follows: A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time. no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time. Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the activity description.
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