Glacier Point Wilderness Safari
Offered by AlaskaX In Skagway, Alaska
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About us
Our mission is to inspire others through adventurous and informative experiences in the wilderness and beauty of Alaska.
AlaskaX is a locally owned and operated company with a focus on providing affordable and immersive tour experiences in the remote Alaskan wilderness. We strive to provide our guests with an unforgettable adventure that is respectful of our surroundings. We believe that it is important as a tour company to provide experiences that honor and will positively impact the natural and cultural environments. Our company prioritizes reducing our waste and consumption, sustainably using our resources, maintaining biodiversity and ecological processes, and supporting our local economy and community. To better represent what we believe, we are proud to disclose our momentous transition from a diesel generator to a hydroelectric power system that we are installing to produce clean energy for our zip-line and dog camp tours. We hope that our eco-conscious tours will leave you with not only extraordinary memories but a greater appreciation and understanding of Alaskan nature and heritage.
AlaskaX is a locally owned and operated company with a focus on providing affordable and immersive tour experiences in the remote Alaskan wilderness. We strive to provide our guests with an unforgettable adventure that is respectful of our surroundings. We believe that it is important as a tour company to provide experiences that honor and will positively impact the natural and cultural environments. Our company prioritizes reducing our waste and consumption, sustainably using our resources, maintaining biodiversity and ecological processes, and supporting our local economy and community. To better represent what we believe, we are proud to disclose our momentous transition from a diesel generator to a hydroelectric power system that we are installing to produce clean energy for our zip-line and dog camp tours. We hope that our eco-conscious tours will leave you with not only extraordinary memories but a greater appreciation and understanding of Alaskan nature and heritage.
What we'll do
This wilderness expedition to the spectacular Davidson Glacier immerses you in the abundant natural beauty of Alaska, leading you through fjords, rain forests, vibrant wildflowers, and towering mountains. Kick off the tour with a sublime cruise down the Lynn Canal, followed by a mellow hike to your canoe that will bring you face-to-face with the stunning Davidson Glacier. Wrap up the adventure with a picnic lunch on the beach before the return cruise back to town.
On this spellbinding wilderness expedition, you will travel through fjords and rainforests viewing some of the most spectacular Alaskan scenery in Southeast. You’ll see everything from wildflowers to towering mountains and top off the experience with up-close views of the Davidson Glacier. Your adventure begins aboard one of our boats custom-designed to provide an intimate viewing experience. During your 75-minute journey through North America’s deepest fjord, keep a lookout for whales, seals, and cascading waterfalls while your Naturalist guide tells you more about the area you are traveling through. Upon arrival at the remote Glacier Point beach, you will take a short, adventurous drive in a school bus across the forested glacial moraines to our base camp where you will gear up in rubber boots and a life jacket. After a ¼ mile walk, the forest opens to reveal a breathtaking view of the Davidson Glacier and the pristine lake below. Here you will board a 31-foot voyager canoe for a trip around the lake to view the glacier and enjoy the incredible Alaskan wilderness while your guide shares their extensive knowledge of the area. Conditions permitting, you’ll make a stop on the delta to get up close and personal with the glacier. This is an optional 1/2 to 1-mile hike over a sand and pebble beach. After the walk on the delta, hop back in the canoe to begin your return trip. After arriving back at the base camp, enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach before your cruise back to town on the custom-designed wildlife-viewing boat.
Tour Itinerary
1 hour 20 minutes
Scenic cruise aboard our wildlife viewing boat
20 minutes
Safari bus ride to the gear pavilion
10 minutes
Restroom break and gear up (life vest, rubber boots, and rain gear if needed)
10 minutes
Hike to canoe put-in
1 hour 25 minutes
Canoe around glacier lake (depending on weather and water depth, an optional 1/2 mile hike on the glacier delta may be possible)
30 minutes
Take gear off and return bus ride to the beach
40 minutes
Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach
1 hour 20 minutes
Return scenic cruise back to town
On this spellbinding wilderness expedition, you will travel through fjords and rainforests viewing some of the most spectacular Alaskan scenery in Southeast. You’ll see everything from wildflowers to towering mountains and top off the experience with up-close views of the Davidson Glacier. Your adventure begins aboard one of our boats custom-designed to provide an intimate viewing experience. During your 75-minute journey through North America’s deepest fjord, keep a lookout for whales, seals, and cascading waterfalls while your Naturalist guide tells you more about the area you are traveling through. Upon arrival at the remote Glacier Point beach, you will take a short, adventurous drive in a school bus across the forested glacial moraines to our base camp where you will gear up in rubber boots and a life jacket. After a ¼ mile walk, the forest opens to reveal a breathtaking view of the Davidson Glacier and the pristine lake below. Here you will board a 31-foot voyager canoe for a trip around the lake to view the glacier and enjoy the incredible Alaskan wilderness while your guide shares their extensive knowledge of the area. Conditions permitting, you’ll make a stop on the delta to get up close and personal with the glacier. This is an optional 1/2 to 1-mile hike over a sand and pebble beach. After the walk on the delta, hop back in the canoe to begin your return trip. After arriving back at the base camp, enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach before your cruise back to town on the custom-designed wildlife-viewing boat.
Tour Itinerary
1 hour 20 minutes
Scenic cruise aboard our wildlife viewing boat
20 minutes
Safari bus ride to the gear pavilion
10 minutes
Restroom break and gear up (life vest, rubber boots, and rain gear if needed)
10 minutes
Hike to canoe put-in
1 hour 25 minutes
Canoe around glacier lake (depending on weather and water depth, an optional 1/2 mile hike on the glacier delta may be possible)
30 minutes
Take gear off and return bus ride to the beach
40 minutes
Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach
1 hour 20 minutes
Return scenic cruise back to town
What to expect / what's provided
*Duration: 6 Hours
*Must weigh between 50 lbs and 350 lbs.
*There is no minimum age, as long as all kids are at least 50 lbs (typically 6-7 years old)
*We cannot accommodate wheelchairs, scooters, strollers, or walkers on this tour.
*A signed waiver is required of all guests.
*Moderate activity level; approximately 2 hours of the tour is on foot or canoeing.
* Guest must be able to walk about ½ mile over uneven terrain and participate in paddling the canoe.
*Picnic lunch and water included.
*NOTE:
- No longer able to touch the glacier since it has receded significantly---can walk on the delta, conditions permitting.
- Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
- We recommend wearing layers, rain gear, and sturdy shoes.
*FAQs:
- Are tours canceled due to rain?
No. Southeast Alaska is located in the largest temperate rainforest in the world---the Tongass National Forest. Since we are known for our ample liquid sunshine, we strongly believe there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing! As long as the weather conditions are not deemed unsafe, tours will proceed as normal.
- What if the port is canceled or delayed?
Although extremely rare, if the ship cancels the port of call, we will provide guests with a full refund. If the ship is delayed, we will try to accommodate tours as best as we can.
- Is smoking allowed on tours?
Smoking is not permitted on any of our excursions or vehicles, although there are some areas away from the tour grounds where you may smoke.
- Are we guaranteed to return to the ship in time?
All of our excursions are scheduled around cruise ship arrival and departure times so that you are guaranteed to return to the dock with time to make it back onboard.
- Where do we meet for the tours?
All of your tours will meet at your cruise ship dock unless a different location is specified.
- Do you offer tours in the winter months?
Our company operates tours from early May to early October during the tourism season; we do not operate any tours from November to April.
- What should I bring with me on the tours?
We strongly recommend guests bring rain gear, warm clothing/layers, and cameras to capture the memories.
- Are all of the tours wheelchair accessible?
For guests with limited mobility, we recommend our Musher’s Camp and S’More Roasting/Gold Panning Adventures. On these adventures, we can accommodate guests with a collapsible style wheelchair. Guests must be able to transfer from the chair to get into and out of vehicles but otherwise can utilize the collapsible style chair as needed. Our Musher’s Camp and Sled Dog Adventures in both Juneau and Skagway can accommodate a collapsible style wheelchair but guests must be able to transfer into and out of vehicles as well as walk short distances. Glacier Point Wilderness Safari, Glacier Point ATV Adventure, Chilkoot Horseback Adventure, and Grizzly Falls Zipline are all not wheelchair accessible.
- Are children allowed on tours?
Each of our tours has different restrictions for height, weight, and age. Visit our several different excursions pages for more information regarding children’s restrictions on our tours.
- How far in advance do I need to make a reservation?
Our excursions tend to fill up quickly. For this reason, it is better to make your reservation sooner rather than later.
- Is there a charge for infants?
Children 2 years old and under are considered “lap children.” This means they do not need a paying ticket so long as they sit on someone’s lap during the sled ride as well as during all transportation to and from our camps.
- Is transportation included?
All of our excursions provide transportation to and from your cruise ship dock.
- What are the ages for infant (lap) tickets, child tickets, and adult tickets?
All ages are applicable at the time of activity. An infant is under 2 years old (no charge) and is considered a lap child and will be expected to sit in the parent's lap; the child is 2 - 12 years old, and the adult is 13 and older.
*Must weigh between 50 lbs and 350 lbs.
*There is no minimum age, as long as all kids are at least 50 lbs (typically 6-7 years old)
*We cannot accommodate wheelchairs, scooters, strollers, or walkers on this tour.
*A signed waiver is required of all guests.
*Moderate activity level; approximately 2 hours of the tour is on foot or canoeing.
* Guest must be able to walk about ½ mile over uneven terrain and participate in paddling the canoe.
*Picnic lunch and water included.
*NOTE:
- No longer able to touch the glacier since it has receded significantly---can walk on the delta, conditions permitting.
- Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
- We recommend wearing layers, rain gear, and sturdy shoes.
*FAQs:
- Are tours canceled due to rain?
No. Southeast Alaska is located in the largest temperate rainforest in the world---the Tongass National Forest. Since we are known for our ample liquid sunshine, we strongly believe there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing! As long as the weather conditions are not deemed unsafe, tours will proceed as normal.
- What if the port is canceled or delayed?
Although extremely rare, if the ship cancels the port of call, we will provide guests with a full refund. If the ship is delayed, we will try to accommodate tours as best as we can.
- Is smoking allowed on tours?
Smoking is not permitted on any of our excursions or vehicles, although there are some areas away from the tour grounds where you may smoke.
- Are we guaranteed to return to the ship in time?
All of our excursions are scheduled around cruise ship arrival and departure times so that you are guaranteed to return to the dock with time to make it back onboard.
- Where do we meet for the tours?
All of your tours will meet at your cruise ship dock unless a different location is specified.
- Do you offer tours in the winter months?
Our company operates tours from early May to early October during the tourism season; we do not operate any tours from November to April.
- What should I bring with me on the tours?
We strongly recommend guests bring rain gear, warm clothing/layers, and cameras to capture the memories.
- Are all of the tours wheelchair accessible?
For guests with limited mobility, we recommend our Musher’s Camp and S’More Roasting/Gold Panning Adventures. On these adventures, we can accommodate guests with a collapsible style wheelchair. Guests must be able to transfer from the chair to get into and out of vehicles but otherwise can utilize the collapsible style chair as needed. Our Musher’s Camp and Sled Dog Adventures in both Juneau and Skagway can accommodate a collapsible style wheelchair but guests must be able to transfer into and out of vehicles as well as walk short distances. Glacier Point Wilderness Safari, Glacier Point ATV Adventure, Chilkoot Horseback Adventure, and Grizzly Falls Zipline are all not wheelchair accessible.
- Are children allowed on tours?
Each of our tours has different restrictions for height, weight, and age. Visit our several different excursions pages for more information regarding children’s restrictions on our tours.
- How far in advance do I need to make a reservation?
Our excursions tend to fill up quickly. For this reason, it is better to make your reservation sooner rather than later.
- Is there a charge for infants?
Children 2 years old and under are considered “lap children.” This means they do not need a paying ticket so long as they sit on someone’s lap during the sled ride as well as during all transportation to and from our camps.
- Is transportation included?
All of our excursions provide transportation to and from your cruise ship dock.
- What are the ages for infant (lap) tickets, child tickets, and adult tickets?
All ages are applicable at the time of activity. An infant is under 2 years old (no charge) and is considered a lap child and will be expected to sit in the parent's lap; the child is 2 - 12 years old, and the adult is 13 and older.
Cancellation Policy
This tour service is 100% refundable up until 7 days prior to departure time at which point it will be eligible for a 50% refund until 24 hours prior to departure, at which point it is non-refundable.
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