Alaska’s Finest Tours & Adventures: Scenic Turnagain Arm Tour & Girdwood Express
Journey Where Land Meets Legend

Get up close with Alaska’s rescued wildlife at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
They say missing Turnagain Arm is missing Alaska itself. Don’t let it pass you by. From Anchorage, their 100% Native Alaskan-owned team invites you to explore this coastal gem or venture further into its wild embrace with tours infused with heritage and wonder.
Discover Turnagain Arm’s Soul
South of Anchorage, the Seward Highway hugs a breathtaking waterway framed by rugged peaks. Whether you choose a quick taste or a deeper dive, their guides weave stories of this land into every moment.
Tour Choices
Turnagain Arm Tour
In 3.25 hours, soak in the majesty of Beluga Point’s 180-degree views, spotting Dall sheep on cliffs above. Savor a meal at Portage Glacier Day Lodge, then opt for a hike or a one-hour cruise to Portage Glacier. On the way back, pause at Potter Marsh, a wildlife haven framed by beauty.
Glacier & Wildlife Explorer Tour
Dive deeper with this 5-hour adventure. Enjoy the Portage Glacier cruise, then meet Alaska’s rescued wildlife (bears, wolves, musk ox, and more) at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, where their stories echo our own.
Wildlife & Glaciers with a Walk in the Rainforest
Their most beloved 4.5-hour journey starts at the Conservation Center, followed by a soul-stirring rainforest walk. Gaze at Byron, Middle, and Explorer Glaciers as you trace Portage Valley’s heritage-laden paths.
Shuttles
Girdwood Express
Ride between Anchorage and Girdwood, drinking in Turnagain Arm’s splendor.
Turnagain Arm Shuttle
A narrated voyage north to Anchorage or south to Portage, guided by the land’s timeless tales.
Prices & Dates
Season | May 1 - Sept 22 |
Duration | 3.25 - 5 hrs |
Rates | Turnagain Arm Tour // $69 per person, 3.25 hours |
Glacier & Wildlife Explorer Tour // $239 per person, 5 hours | |
Wildlife & Glaciers with a Walk in the Rainforest // $129 per person, 4.5 hours | |
Girdwood Express // $50 one way, $99 round trip | |
Turnagain Arm Shuttle // $49.50 each way |