MEARES GLACIER EXCURSION CRUISE
This 7.5 to 8-hour tour is perfect for the traveler who is looking to discover all of what Prince William Sound has to offer – amazing glaciers, exciting wildlife, and a rich history.
Cruise the majestic waters of Prince William Sound from Valdez to Meares Glacier. In route, the captains will travel the shorelines looking for the critters that call the Sound home. This tour has the time to travel the locations where we typically spot sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, humpback or orca whales, porpoise, eagles, puffins, cormorants and more.
On board, the captains will share with you stories about the history of the Sound from early explorers, gold and copper mining, oil shipping, commercial fishing, and the 1964 Earthquake.
On board a bagel snack and a late lunch are served.
This cruise does not operate daily, please contact us for more information.
COLUMBIA GLACIER CRUISE
If your time or budget is more limited, you will want to consider our 6-hour Columbia Glacier Cruise.
This 6-hour journey through Prince William Sound will feature a visit to the Columbia Glacier area where you have a chance to view history in the making as Columbia Glacier retreats back into the Chugach Mountains.
In addition to the amazing ice in Columbia Bay, you will see wildlife along the way that calls the Sound home and have the opportunity to learn about the mining, oil shipping, earthquake, and fishing history of the area.
On board a light meal is served.
This cruise does not operate daily.
Departure: 10:30am
RATES 2025
Columbia Glacier Cruise, available from May 17 to Sept 15
Meares Glacier Cruise available from June 1 to Aug 31
From/to Valdez
| Per Person | Booking Code | |
| 6hr Columbia Glacier Cruise | $170 | SSC3 |
| 7.5/8hr Meares Glacier Cruise | $190 | SSC1 |
CANCELLATION POLICY
up to 19 days $30.00 per booking / 18 days – 11 days prior 60% / later no refund
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