Juneau Whale Watching Tours

Juneau Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier Tour

This combo is the best way to make the most of your day in Juneau! While out on the water, there is no doubt that you'll see humpback whales - this is the time of year they travel to Alaska to feed on thousands of pounds of krill a day. The Mendenhall Glacier Visitor's Center offers unique views and trails for guests to get as close to the glacier as possible!

Duration: 4.5 hours

Price: $165 per person

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Juneau Whale Watching Adventure Tour

Come cruise with us in a fully enclosed and heated cabin onboard our mammal friendly boat on your way to the whales' playgrounds. Here you can experience a close encounter with these beautiful marine mammals for the ultimate whale watching tour! The humpback whales spend their summers feeding in Alaska while they fill their bellies with thousands of pounds of krill a day.

Duration: 3-3.5 hours

Price: $139 per person

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Juneau Whale Watching Adventure Tour Private Charter

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Experience this whale-watching adventure from the comfort of your own private high-speed jetboat, dedicated to you and your guests. Not only you are guaranteed to see whales on this tour, but will also want to keep an eye out for sea lions, bald eagles, and other wildlife native to Southeast Alaska. Your knowledgeable crew and captain will attentively guide you throughout this exclusive and unforgettable adventure!

Please note: prices are per boat, which holds 1-14 passengers.

Duration: 3-3.5 hours

Price: $2,100 per person

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Juneau Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier Tour Private Charter

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For a truly memorable whale-watching experience, our exclusive private jet boat adventure is right for you and your family! Holding up to 14 guests, you can avoid the crowded whale-watching boats and enjoy the amazing marine life Juneau has to offer. Combine this with a visit to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor's Center for an excursion of a lifetime.

Please note: prices are per boat, which holds 1-14 passengers.

Duration: 4.5 hours

Price: $2,500 per person

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Juneau Whale Watching, Mendenhall Glacier & Salmon Bake

Experience three of Juneau's most popular attractions with this three-in-one excursion! This tour begins with a narrated transfer to the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor's Center. You'll have plenty of time to take in the majestic views of the famous Mendenhall Glacier. After your time at the Mendenhall, you'll join a naturalist onboard a small whale-watching vessel for guaranteed whale sightings. Once your whale-watching cruise is finished, you will be shuttled to the Juneau Salmon Bake. This all-you-can-eat salmon buffet was made famous on the Food Network and has been grilling up perfection since 1978.

Duration: 6.25 hours

Price: $239 per person

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Juneau Whale Watching Tour & Salmon Bake Combo

Humpback and orca whales are actively feeding while they are in southeast Alaska waters, so chances are you see whales breach, play, and maybe bubble net feed! You will savor wild Alaska salmon amidst amazing scenery at the Gold Creek Salmon Bake. This easy, full-day tour combines a thrilling whale-watching cruise with a relaxing Alaska Salmon Bake for the best of picturesque Juneau!

Duration: 5 hours

Price: $199 per person

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Juneau Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure

This small group (up to 6 guests) whale and kayak tour takes guests to the richest humpback whale feeding ground in Alaska! Your experienced captain and guide will take you to the Channel Islands State Marine Park which is home to a vast array of Alaskan marine life including humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, porpoises, seals and more. Explore the nutrient-rich waters in tandem kayaks.

Duration: 6 hours

Price: $419 per person

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Juneau Whale Watching & Crab Feast

**THIS TOUR IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE 2023 SEASON**

Board your comfortable touring vessel at Auke Bay for an unforgettable whale watching experience! Your specialized naturalist guide will entertain you with various historical facts, as well as point out potential wildlife sightings. Prepare your taste buds for a delicious meal of Bering Sea Red King Crab legs and more. The main dish is delightfully complimented with coleslaw, seafood chowder, and homemade bread.

Duration: 5 hours

Price: $229 per person

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FAQs about Whale Watching in Juneau

Can I see whales in Juneau?

Juneau is the best place for whale watching in Alaska. Seeing whales on your tour is 100% guaranteed. The nutrient-rich waters in Favorite Channel and Saginaw Channel in Juneau are among the best places to see humpback whales in the entire world. Our top excursion is the Juneau whale watching tour.

 

What are the best whale watching tours?

The best whale watching tours in Juneau are:

 

When is the best time to see whales in Juneau?

You can see whales in Juneau from April to November, but the best time for whale watching is June through August. In Late July, you begin to see Bubble Net Feeding, when 10-12 whales jump out of the water at once.

 

What types of whales will I see?

Juneau is a feeding ground for humpback whales, and there are so many whales that we are able to offer 100% guaranteed sightings.  The waterways attract the whales all summer long, before they make the long journey to the warming waters of Mexico and Hawaii to breed. There is also an opportunity to see Orca, commonly called Killer Whales, on these tours as well. Orca sightings are very rare as they are very transient and move quickly through the waterways in Southeast Alaska.

 

Why should I choose Juneau for whale watching?

One benefit of whale watching in Juneau is that the area has abundant wildlife and the landscape can include views of glaciers (including Mendenhall Glacier) and lighthouses depending on the exact location of the whales. Whale sightings are guaranteed here.

 

Where else can I view whales on my Alaska cruise?

You can also whale watch in Icy Strait Point, where seeing whales is also guaranteed.


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