Discover gracious glaciers including Meares Glacier, exciting wildlife, and everything that the picturesque Prince William Sound has to offer on this full-day cruise from Valdez.
EXPERIENCE:
Enjoy a cruise through the Prince William Sound, spot bald eagles, orcas, and visit the advancing Meares Glacier on a 7.5-hour adventurous cruise through the heart of the area.
Begin your day by exploring Port Valdez where you will learn about early explorers, oil shipping, and commercial fishing. Cruise by waterfalls cascading down coastal mountains as you travel the calm waters of the Sound to Unakwik Inlet.
Encounter marine birds and wildlife at incredible locations on the water. Look out for sea otters, sea lions, and porpoises. Watch out for wildlife including majestic humpback whales and sea birds such as puffins.
Spend some time relaxing on the boat in front of the Meares Glacier and witness some calving activity, where the ice falls into the ocean. Be served lunch as you depart Meares Glacier. Pass a bullhead sea lion Haulout, to watch the sea lions resting before returning to Valdez at 5:00 PM.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Experience the grand Meares Glacier from the scenic Prince William Sound
View spectacular marine wildlife including seals, otters and whales
Gaze at waterfalls and beautiful bays as you cruise along the shoreline
Learn about the rich natural history of the area from your captain and crew
Tuck into a tasty lunch with breathtaking views from the comfort of the boat
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