Juneau Whale Watching Tours

Juneau whale watching tours depart from downtown Juneau into Frederick Sound and Stephens Passage, prime feeding grounds for humpback and orca. Find small-group tours, large vessel options, and glacier combo trips here.

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Slide 1 of 6, Breaching humpback whale in Alaska with mountains in the background.

Sea lions resting on a buoy in Juneau with mountains in the background.

Whale tail emerging from water with mountains in the background, Juneau.

Whales feeding near the shore with seagulls flying above in Juneau.

Boat with tourists on a whale watching tour in Juneau, Alaska, with mountains in the background.

Humpback whale surfacing in Alaskan waters with forested hills in the background.

Juneau Jet Boat Whale Watching Tour

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Travel on a stable jet boat for a 3-hour experience, including 2 active hours on the water and a scenic bus ride from downtown Juneau to Auke Bay.
Your cruise is guided by a naturalist and captain, with binoculars provided onboard, for the ultimate whale watching experience.
Explore prime whale-watching areas, including Favorite Channel, Lynn Canal, and Saginaw Channel, where humpback whales are the main highlight.
Spot other diverse wildlife such as killer whales, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, Steller sea lions, bald eagles, and occasionally black bears.
Includes a 100% money-back guarantee if no whales are seen, combining comfort, expert commentary, and high-probability wildlife viewing.

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Travel on a stable jet boat for a 3-hour experience, including 2 active hours on the water and a scenic bus ride from downtown Juneau to Auke Bay.
Your cruise is guided by a naturalist and captain, with binoculars provided onboard, for the ultimate whale watching experience.
Explore prime whale-watching areas, including Favorite Channel, Lynn Canal, and Saginaw Channel, where humpback whales are the main highlight.
Spot other diverse wildlife such as killer whales, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, Steller sea lions, bald eagles, and occasionally black bears.
Includes a 100% money-back guarantee if no whales are seen, combining comfort, expert commentary, and high-probability wildlife viewing.

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$ 154

Slide 1 of 7, Traveler with backpack near Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska.

Whale breaching near tour boat in Juneau with mountain backdrop.

Sea lions resting on a red buoy in the waters near Juneau.

Mendenhall Glacier in Alaska with surrounding mountains and reflective lake.

Field of wildflowers with mountains in the background, Juneau, Alaska.

Mendenhall Glacier with icebergs in Juneau, Alaska.

Black bear on rocky shoreline in Juneau, Alaska.

Juneau Whale Watching with Mendenhall Glacier Walking Tour

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Combine a whale watching cruise with a visit to Mendenhall Glacier in a single half-day outing from downtown Juneau, covering both marine and glacial landscapes.
Travel via a narrated coach from downtown Juneau to Auke Bay, with comfortable seating and open viewing opportunities along the route.
Enjoy a 2-hour whale watching cruise in the region’s rich channels, where humpback whales are commonly seen along with orcas, Steller sea lions, and bald eagles.
Visit Mendenhall Glacier with time for self-guided exploration of its trails, Mendenhall Lake, and the Visitor Center at your own pace.
Spot seasonal wildlife such as black bears, bald eagles, and mountain goats, making for a varied Alaska wildlife experience across land and sea.

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Combine a whale watching cruise with a visit to Mendenhall Glacier in a single half-day outing from downtown Juneau, covering both marine and glacial landscapes.
Travel via a narrated coach from downtown Juneau to Auke Bay, with comfortable seating and open viewing opportunities along the route.
Enjoy a 2-hour whale watching cruise in the region’s rich channels, where humpback whales are commonly seen along with orcas, Steller sea lions, and bald eagles.
Visit Mendenhall Glacier with time for self-guided exploration of its trails, Mendenhall Lake, and the Visitor Center at your own pace.
Spot seasonal wildlife such as black bears, bald eagles, and mountain goats, making for a varied Alaska wildlife experience across land and sea.

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$ 189

Slide 1 of 6, Catamaran on Juneau whale watching tour with snowy mountains in the background.

Whale tail emerging from water during Juneau catamaran tour.

Sea lions resting on a buoy in Juneau during a whale watching tour.

Catamaran sailing in Juneau waters with forested mountains in the background.

Whales surfacing in Juneau waters during a catamaran whale watching tour.

Juneau Small-Group Catamaran Whale Watching Tour

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Cruise on a premium 40-ft catamaran with a small-group setting limited to just 20 guests for a more personal whale watching experience.
Spot humpback whales along with possible sightings of orcas, Dall’s porpoise, sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, eagles, and seabirds.
Enjoy panoramic viewing from the 360° walk-around deck, plus a heated cabin with cushioned seating, large windows, and an onboard restroom.
Learn about local marine wildlife and ecosystems through engaging commentary from an experienced captain and naturalist guide aboard a USCG-certified vessel.
Includes a 3.5-hour guided tour, with a whale watching cruise on a catamaran, complimentary bottled water, easy check-in, and narrated round-trip bus transportation between downtown Juneau and the harbor.

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Cruise on a premium 40-ft catamaran with a small-group setting limited to just 20 guests for a more personal whale watching experience.
Spot humpback whales along with possible sightings of orcas, Dall’s porpoise, sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, eagles, and seabirds.
Enjoy panoramic viewing from the 360° walk-around deck, plus a heated cabin with cushioned seating, large windows, and an onboard restroom.
Learn about local marine wildlife and ecosystems through engaging commentary from an experienced captain and naturalist guide aboard a USCG-certified vessel.
Includes a 3.5-hour guided tour, with a whale watching cruise on a catamaran, complimentary bottled water, easy check-in, and narrated round-trip bus transportation between downtown Juneau and the harbor.

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$ 183.87

Slide 1 of 8, Boat with tourists on a whale watching tour in Juneau, Alaska, with mountains in the background.

Breaching whale in Juneau waters with mountain backdrop.

Person using binoculars on a whale watching tour in Juneau.

Mendenhall Glacier with surrounding mountains and lake in Juneau, Alaska.

Visitors standing near Nugget Falls waterfall in Juneau, Alaska.

Sea lions resting on a buoy in Juneau with snow-capped mountains in the background.

Black bear walking on rocks by a river in Alaska.

Whale tail above water with Alaskan mountains in background, Juneau.

Juneau Whale Watching with Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center and Nugget Falls Hike

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Combine a 2-hour whale watching cruise, a stop at Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center, and a guided 1.5-mile Nugget Falls hike for a full, active Juneau day of ocean and trail exploration.
Includes a local guide who manages all logistics across land and sea, with transport, boat time, and trail access handled for a smooth, stress-free experience.
Guaranteed whale sightings are part of the cruise, giving you reliable chances to see marine wildlife out on the water.
Stop at Steep Creek to spot black bears along the shoreline or forest edge in a natural setting.
This experience blends adventure, glacier sightseeing, hiking, and wildlife viewing into one well-rounded Alaska day tour.

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Combine a 2-hour whale watching cruise, a stop at Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center, and a guided 1.5-mile Nugget Falls hike for a full, active Juneau day of ocean and trail exploration.
Includes a local guide who manages all logistics across land and sea, with transport, boat time, and trail access handled for a smooth, stress-free experience.
Guaranteed whale sightings are part of the cruise, giving you reliable chances to see marine wildlife out on the water.
Stop at Steep Creek to spot black bears along the shoreline or forest edge in a natural setting.
This experience blends adventure, glacier sightseeing, hiking, and wildlife viewing into one well-rounded Alaska day tour.

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$ 199

Slide 1 of 6, Kayakers paddling near forested coastline with snowy mountains in Juneau.

Kayaking near a buoy with sea lions and a whale fin, snowy mountains in Juneau.

Humpback whale breaching near kayakers in Juneau waters.

Boat on Alaskan waters with snowy mountains, Juneau.

Kayakers preparing on a beach for a whale-watching tour in Juneau.

Loading kayaks onto a boat for a whale-watching tour in Juneau.

Juneau Kayak Whale Watching at Channel Islands State Marine Park

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Explore a remote marine environment on a guided kayaking adventure deep within Channel Islands State Marine Park, far from Juneau’s crowds.
Enjoy a 6-hour small-group adventure led by expert guides, with full gear provided (rain gear, paddling equipment, dry bags), plus snacks and a souvenir bottle.
Paddle in double kayaks through protected waters for an intimate, up-close wildlife viewing experience in a true wilderness setting.
Access the remote kayaking area via van transport and a motorboat ride, with all permits included for a seamless journey into the park.
Spot diverse marine wildlife, including humpback whales, orcas, Steller sea lions, porpoises, seals, and various seabird species along the route.

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Explore a remote marine environment on a guided kayaking adventure deep within Channel Islands State Marine Park, far from Juneau’s crowds.
Enjoy a 6-hour small-group adventure led by expert guides, with full gear provided (rain gear, paddling equipment, dry bags), plus snacks and a souvenir bottle.
Paddle in double kayaks through protected waters for an intimate, up-close wildlife viewing experience in a true wilderness setting.
Access the remote kayaking area via van transport and a motorboat ride, with all permits included for a seamless journey into the park.
Spot diverse marine wildlife, including humpback whales, orcas, Steller sea lions, porpoises, seals, and various seabird species along the route.