Wildlife & Glaciers with a Walk in the Rainforest

On this semi-day adventure, you’ll depart from downtown Anchorage and journey along the scenic Turnagain Arm, known for its dramatic tidal flats, mountain vistas, and chances to glimpse Dall sheep or beluga whales. Your first major stop is the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where you can walk through enclosures housing rescued bears, moose, bison, caribou, wolves, and other native species, with time for photos and interpretive commentary.

Next, the tour continues down Portage Glacier Road into Portage Valley, where you’ll pass dramatic glacier viewpoints - Byron, Middle, and Explorer Glaciers - and traverse a verdant rainforest zone. A walking section through the rainforest highlights mossy trees, understory plants, and perhaps waterfalls or glacial streams, giving you a visceral contrast to the ice and mountain drama. The route also stops at Beluga Point for coastal views and possible wildlife sightings along the way.

This experience blends documentary-style narration and outdoor immersion. The total runtime is about 4 hours 30 minutes, with meeting in Anchorage (546 W 4th Ave) and return to the same spot.