This is not a designated wildlife tour, and you are not likely to see large animals from the vehicle. However, it is always a possibility in Alaska and we suggest keeping your eyes and ears open! Your guide will carry bear spray as a precaution in the unlikely event you encounter a bear on this tour.

No. Because the tour takes place in an Alaskan temperate rainforest, rain is likely and can be a beautiful part of the experience.

This tour takes place on a dirt road with switchbacks, which our 4x4 SUV is perfect for navigating. The road is wide enough for one car to comfortably drive, and to safely pull over for oncoming traffic. The road is wide enough to maintain a safe distance from the edge of any potential mountain drop-offs and is often buffered by a natural "fence" of trees. This is not an extreme off-roading-type tour.

Depending on mountain snowpack from the winter, one of the roads this tour utilizes may not be passable. Occasionally this results in cancellations earlier in the cruise season (April/May) or possibly in late October. In the event your tour is cancelled, an alternative tour or full refund will be provided.

Yes. Transportation is provided from Berth 3 of the cruise terminal. Guests docking at Ward Cove can take the shuttle to the main terminal to catch this tour. Pick-up at Ward Cove may be provided upon request, and further details are included on your ticket voucher.

Guests arriving by air/ferry, locals, and all other non-cruise guests can arrange an alternative pick-up location with the tour operator. Further details are included on your ticket voucher.

Backpacks, small bags, and purses are allowed on this tour. We recommend a warm outerwear layer (sweatshirt/jacket/sweater).

Bottled water is included. We recommend eating a snack before the tour if possible — this is a "leave no trace" excursion and there may not be trash facilities immediately available.

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