ALASKA SHORE EXCURSIONS BLOG

Whether it's your first time in Alaska or you're a seasoned traveler, this guide can help you choose the best excursions Alaska has to offer. You can enjoy everything from scenice boat or train tours to exhilarating dog sledding rides&... READ MORE...

This is one of the most common questions we hear from guests cruising to Alaska. As a general rule, shore excursions for the summer cruise season become available for booking during the fall and winter prior to the season. We recommend starting your ... READ MORE...

  When choosing excursions for your Alaska cruise, it’s only natural to want experiences that truly stand out. Based on real guest reviews and feedback, here are our Top 10 Alaska Cruise Experiences—handpicked favorites that consi... READ MORE...

For some, the best part of a cruise is the excursions. Excursions and tours are fantastic ways to broaden your perspective, experience something new, and connect with the people and places that make Alaska so special. Based in Juneau, Alaska, Alaska ... READ MORE...

If Alaska could be summed up in a single word, it would be wild. Home to some of the most remarkable wildlife on the planet, Alaska’s towering mountains, glacier-carved fjords, and, dense rainforests, provide the perfect backdrop for wildl... READ MORE...

Exploring Alaska through the eyes of a child is a joyous experience, and these family-friendly tours are our favorites for doing just that. Families love that these tours don’t require kids to sit quietly for long stretches. These tours are at ... READ MORE...

  Each spring, humpback whales make their annual migration to Alaska to raise their young and spend the summer gorging on herring, mackrel, and krill. The icy waters surrounding Southeast Alaska provide some of the best whale watching opportu... READ MORE...

The best places for whale watching in Alaska are Juneau and Icy Strait, whose nutrient-rich waters attract thousands of whales each season. Whales are so plentiful in Juneau & Icy Strait that we guarantee that you’ll see a whale or you... READ MORE...

Alaska’s weather is famously variable, and that’s largely due to its unique geographical location. Where cool Arctic air meets moist Pacific air and rugged coastal mountains rise straight from the seas, weather can change quickly, even wi... READ MORE...

Visiting a glacier is on many visitors' must-see list. On a glacier tour, you can step back in time to the Ice Age as you explore the millions-of-years-old rivers of ice in Alaska. Whether you want to see glaciers by air, boat, foot, or train, there ... READ MORE...

Helicopter tours in Alaska are popular shore excursions. Though a helicopter trip is an investment, most agree they're worth it—a once-in-a-lifetime experience for the whole family. Scenic helicopter rides let you see glaciers, mountain lakes, ... READ MORE...

Walking on a glacier and dog sledding in the snow are both popular bucket-list activities for visitors to Alaska.  There is no better place to do these activities than in Juneau. Situated on the edge of the 1,500 square mile Juneau Ice Field, Ju... READ MORE...

The Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center is a hub for exploring Juneau’s wildlife and nature via scenic walking trails, endless information from knowledgeable U.S. Forest Service Rangers, and stunning views of the Mendenhall Glacier itself. Locate... READ MORE...

Dog sledding in Alaska is the most popular shore excursion. Dog sledding tours typically include a helicopter trip into the mountains and a dog sledding ride with Alaskan sled dogs on a glacier. These trips offer a glacier tour experience most people... READ MORE...

Misty Fjords National Monument is a quiet, pristine protected wilderness area in Southeast Alaska, near Ketchikan. Its rugged landscape is breathtaking, featuring mountain views, fjords, forest, and wildlife, making a visit one of the best things to ... READ MORE...

A highlight for many travelers visiting Alaska, a helicopter tour offers a unique opportunity for guests in search of that “once-in-a-lifetime” experience. However, once the decision has been made to take a helicopter tour, a few more con... READ MORE...

Alaska’s seafood-rich waters are the summer home of many different kinds of whales. Though endangered worldwide, the most commonly seen whale in Alaska is the humpback. These gentle giants are around 49 feet in length and can wei... READ MORE...

Fishing tours in Alaska include salmon fishing offshore (on a boat) and onshore cast fishing. The best ports for fishing in Alaska are: Ketchikan: Ketchikan is the best port in Alaska for salmon fishing. You can also try crab fishing her... READ MORE...

We here at Alaska Shore Excursions receive a lot of the same questions from our guests and we wanted to make sure that these answers have an easy place to live. Below are some of the most common questions we are asked: How early should I book my t... READ MORE...

Zipline tours are a thrilling way to experience Alaska’s rainforest, mountains, and wildlife. Offering high speeds and stunning views, they’re a great option for adventurous couples, families, and tour groups. On your zipline tour,... READ MORE...