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Juneau Whale Watching Adventure Tour

4.9
529 reviews

Excursion Overview

Breathtaking whale watching adventure!

For an amazing experience and the chance to have an excursion you'll never forget, come aboard for this Juneau whale watching adventure including our 100% guarantee you will see whales!

Our captains and naturalists will take you in search of humpback and killer whales, Steller sea lions, Dall's porpoise, harbor seals, bald eagles, bears, and deer, making for the ultimate Southeast Alaska wildlife viewing. Your Juneau whale watching journey will take you through Favorite Channel, Stephens Passage, Lynn Canal, or Saginaw Channel.

This Juneau wildlife whale watching tour leaves downtown and drives through the beautiful Mendenhall Valley on the way out to scenic Auke Bay. At Auke Bay, all passengers will board one of our specially designed boats for Southeast Alaska wildlife viewing. Large windows inside a heated cabin provide for a comfortable and exceptional viewing experience. Two outdoor decks provide for up-close viewing capabilities of some of Alaska's most incredible creatures. Our experienced guides and naturalists take you on a whale watching adventure of a lifetime throughout the majestic glacier-carved waters of Southeast Alaska.

The highlight of this tour is seeing the humpback whales that have traveled to Alaska for feeding in the nutrient-rich waters of Alaska's capital city. Once a whale is spotted, our captain will slow down and allow the passengers outside on the front and back viewing decks for excellent picture opportunities and an up-close experience.

This is a day you will never forget! Included in this tour are complimentary snacks and beverages. Don't forget to bring a warm and rainproof jacket to spend some time on one of the outdoor viewing decks!

Most departures are scheduled to align with cruise ship arrival times, with options typically available in the morning and early afternoon. This tour is typically available from late April through early October. Our excursions were designed for cruise ship passengers but are available to everyone.

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Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • Roundtrip transportation from the cruise ship terminal
  • Beverages and light snacks
  • Restrooms available onboard the boat

Requirements:

  • There are no additional requirements for this excursion.

Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours (Roundtrip from cruise ship terminal)

  • 1.5 hours - roundtrip transportation between downtown Juneau and Auke Bay
  • 2 hours - whale watching onboard a boat

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour meets in the back of the Goldbelt Mt. Robert's Tramway building. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • This tour is limited mobility accessible. Guests must be able to climb 4 steps into and out of the bus. There is limited space for collapsible wheelchairs and walkers. There is no storage available for motorized scooters. If you have ADA needs or questions, please contact our customer service team for detailed accessibility information. Leave a comment during checkout if you’ll need accommodations for collapsible equipment on tour.

    • Fully Wheelchair Accessible: No
    • Limited Mobility Accessible: Yes
    • Stroller Accessible: No
    • Collapsible Wheelchair & Stroller Storage Available: Yes

Refund Policy:

  • You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
  • Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 2 different sizes of boats used, with a maximum capacity of either 38 or 49 guests. Compare this with the boats used by the cruise lines which hold up to 150 guests at once!

The interior of the boat is heated when needed due to weather conditions to keep a comfortable environment.

Yes, the boat has a restroom.

Humpback whales and other sea animals are protected species and a safe distance of at least 100 yards must be maintained at all times according to NOAA regulations.

Yes. We offer a 100% guarantee that you will spot a whale during our whale watching tours. If you do not see whales during your tour, you will receive a full refund for the whale watching portion of your tour.

Air temperature can drop as much as 20F with the wind chill factor when viewing whales outside.

The maximum capacity for this tour is 51 guests.

There is open seating on the tour bus, however if you require a certain seat due to physical impairment then please inform your tour guide.

There are no age restrictions for this tour.

Backpacks, small bags, and purses are allowed on this tour.

Non-alcoholic beverages in a closeable containters and snacks are allowed on tour.

Beverages, bottled water and a light snack (granola bar) are included.

No, this tour is whale watching only. For a combined experience, please view our Juneau Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier Tour.

 

Guest Reviews

4.9

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Karen B

On Sep 2026

Amazing tour. Crew was awesome and informative.

Effie F

On Sep 2026

Justin, Monica & Kacie gave us a really good experience seeing whales. Justin knew exactly where to go for the best views and Monica & Kacie were very knowledgeable and gladly answered any questions we had. Thanks for the memories!

Tami S

On Sep 2026

Excellent knowledgeable and friendly staff.

Cherri H

On Sep 2026

Great experience with awesome guides. Saw several humpback whales

Joyce D

On Sep 2026

We purchased this whale-watching excursion for our September Discovery Princess cruise because the cruise excursion options were ridiculously expensive. The local options were more attractively priced, and the 9 a.m. start time worked with our docking time. In the weeks leading up to the cruise, we heard nothing but bad weather reports: expect rain and fog. Well, what a surprise we had to have beautiful, warm cruising weather. Our guide team with Juneau Whale Watching Adventures was equally shocked. We hit the harbor with clear skies on our side, amazing views of snow-capped mountains and bald eagles. Within twenty minutes on the boat, we saw Barnicle and her little one, Goose. The captain and crew let guests wander the bottom and upstairs of the boat to snap photos and look at the whales. Dress for wind if you go to the top deck! Our hands were cold, but the views were worth it. Soon after, we heard reports of whales further ahead. Our caption got us as close as allowed, and we observed something none of us expected: bubble-net feeding with nearly 12-13 whales! It was incredible! Again and again, the whales gather together to dive and feed together. Our naturalist crew members provided so much information on the behavior and could even identify individual whales in the group. We had a fantastic day! I would recommend this tour group to anyone looking for a kind-hearted crew eager to showcase the natural beauty of wild Alaska. Even the bus driver, Dylan, gave us an informative tour of the downtown and surrounding areas. They truly know their stuff. With bubble-net feeding, our vacation was more than a bucket-list adventure! The best part, after two hours of my shaking-iPhone photos, was that the crew provided us with a digital photo album of the whales spotted on our trip. I have professional-quality footage of the feedings, and I am so grateful.

$149.00

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$149.00

Duration: 3.5 hours

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Duration: 3.5 hours



Adult (12+): $149.00

Child (2-11): $149.00

Infant (Under 2): $0.00

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