Turnagain Arm Full-Day Tour: Local Guide, Majestic Views and Wildlife Observation

Experience the majestic beauty of Turnagain Arm on a full-day tour with a local guide. See stunning views, observe wildlife, and visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and Portage Valley. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore Alaska’s natural wonders!

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - I will show you the animals at the AWCC, pointing out where many like to hide. We will see caribou, moose, muskox, reindeer, black bears, brown bears, porcupines, and wood bison. We may get to see the lynx, the foxes, and the coyotes. Sometimes they are hiding where you can’t find them.
What's Included
  • Entry to the AWCC is provided as part of your tour.
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities
What's Not Included
  • alcoholic beverages are not provided as part of the tour, however you are free to avail yourself of them at the Girdwood Brewing Company.
Additional Information

A fully guided tour along Turnagain Arm conducted by a local expert offers breathtaking scenes of rugged terrain, icy glaciers, and a variety of Alaskan wildlife (for example, wildflowers, bald eagles, Dall sheep, beluga whales).
Our itinerary includes a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), providing visitors with a unique opportunity…

Location
555 W 5th Ave
West 5th Avenue
If you do not wish to meet at your hotel, we can pick you up at the Anchorage Visitor's center.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Michelle_g
Dec 28, 2024
Winter Wonderland - We had the most knowledgeable tour guide Dan the man! The scenery was magnificent and the experience magical. I would highly recommend this trip!
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Thomas_r
Dec 28, 2024
Informative and Fun - It was a beautiful journey out of Anchorage and into the wild. The views were amazing and the tour guide was informative and knowledgeable.
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Amelia_i
Dec 26, 2024
Amazing day tour - Great experience, included lunch and pickup. The only thing I wish I’d brought was a poncho. Loved it
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Joyce_x
Dec 20, 2024
This tour was absolutely... - This tour was absolutely fantastic! The guide was incredibly humorous and shared fascinating stories and insights about the beautiful Anchorage scenery. The sandwich he took us to try was a delightful surprise, super tasty and a great addition to the trip. We also had the chance to see lots of wildlife at the reserve, which was truly a highlight of the day.
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Bev_w
Dec 14, 2024
Full day of spectacular scenery and interesting local knowledge, a great combination! - Picked up at our hotel right on time with Tim our local driver December was a nice time to visit not so busy so just 4 of us in the minibus. We started at 8:45 still dark but the drive as it was getting light was still great. The scenery is spectacular and Tim had lots of local knowledge and stopped at some pretty stops for photos. The wildlife Conservation Centre was nice to see the bison, muskox in particular were very close for photos. Stunning views of the mountains along the way, the tide was out on the mud flats going but in when we travelled back. The stop for a late lunch in Girdwood was the best sandwich we have ever eaten, worth the longer trip just for this spot. On the way back we stopped at Beluga Point at sunset and the colours with the clear sky & sun against the mountains was absolutely gorgeous. To note you need warmer clothes as it’s a lot colder than in Anchorage but well worth the longer trip of 6-7 hrs.
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Kimthoa_d
Oct 4, 2024
Great customer service - Tim is very knowledgeable about his job. Tim posseses such a great personality, pleasant and funny. Thank you, Tim!!!
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Keith
Sep 28, 2024
Informative and Beautiful - Tim was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about Alaska’s natural history and culture. He made sure we were safe, comfortable, and fully immersed in every experience. The small group size also made the tour feel personal and intimate, allowing us to connect with fellow travelers. I can’t recommend Caribou Tours enough.
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Matthew_o
Sep 28, 2024
Great time - Very knowledgeable tour guide. Had fun day exploring Alaska. Refugee wildlife center was a hit. Small group works well. Got a lot more time sightseeing since we were off season.
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Debbie_b
Sep 26, 2024
Great Tour!! - Tim was VERY informative, funny, nice, patient and a great person overall!!! I would recommend him to any traveler!
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Michael_t
Nov 5, 2024
No show. Was Viator to blame? - Unfortunately, the tour operator did not show up at the expected time. I looked up his number & called him, but he said he had cancelled all November tours. He profusely apologized & submitted a refund. I’m not sure whether to blame Viator or the tour operator. Fortunately, we were able to get another tour operator on short notice, however, it cost almost twice as much. I wanted to complain to Viator directly, but was unable to do so on their website.
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