When can I cruise to Alaska?

The Alaska cruise season generally runs from May through September, although some smaller ships start going out in April.

How long are Alaska Cruises?

Because winters are dark and cold, the Alaska cruising season is limited to May-September; July and August are the most popular months. Cruises are typically 7-14 days, departing from Seattle or Vancouver in the south, from Seward or Whittier (Anchorage) in the north, or roundtrip from San Francisco.

What is an Alaska Cruise Tour?

An Alaska Cruise Tour combines an Alaska Cruise Vacation with an Alaska Land Vacation to make a "Cruise Tour." These are 3 to 18 day that give you an opportunity experience both the coastal and interior areas of Alaska.

Best time to see whales?

When you're cruising in Alaska, it's not uncommon to see whales right from the deck of the ship or your private balcony. To increase your chances of seeing whales, you may want to take an optional whale watching tour that will take you and group of other passengers on a small boat in search of whale pods. This a very exciting especially when the captain of your boat starts following a pod and getting close to a whale as it makes a terminal dive or comes up for air.

Will I see bears?

Bear watching is one of Alaska’s most popular visitor attractions as the state contains more than 98 percent of America’s entire population of brown bears, plus it is also home to large populations of black bears and polar bears, although visitors will rarely see the latter. In the summer cruise months the bears are extremely active and you don't have to rely on chance to see them as guides can help you do it safely at any of a number of parks.

Will I see Eagles?

Bald Eagles are more abundant in Alaska than anywhere else in the United States. The Alaska population has been estimated to include 30,000 birds at the time of fledging. Bald Eagles are often found along Alaska’s coast, offshore islands, and Interior lakes and rivers

Will I see Denali?

A visit to the Last Frontier would not be complete without experiencing Denali national park. Featuring North America's tallest mountain, Mount McKinley, Denali National Park is one of the most-visited National Parks in the state. Surrounding Denali Park is the Alaska Range, which includes countless other spectacular mountains and many large glaciers. Denali's more than six million acres encompasses a complete sub-arctic eco-system, home to large mammals such as grizzly bears, wolves, Dall sheep, caribou and moose. Located along Alaska Route 3, the George Parks Highway, the entrance to Denali National Park lies approximately 240 miles north of Anchorage and 125 miles south of Fairbanks.

Will I see Mt.McKinley?

Mt. McKinley is North America’s largest mountain at 20,360 feet and is located in Denali National Park which is located between Anchorage and Fairbanks. Tours in Denali National Park are only available to Alaska cruise tour guests. Mt. McKinley is so large it creates its own weather. With this said, cloud coverage is unpredictable and full view of Mt. McKinley is never guaranteed by any cruise line. When the weather is clear viewing North America’s highest peak is an awesome sight. Views of Mt McKinley are offered on tours that visit McKinley and Talkeetna.

Will I see the Northernlights?

(aurora borealis)

There is a chance that you could catch a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) at some point along your cruise, but the odds are definitely against it. You can increase your chances of witnessing the Northern Lights by including an inland tour that stops in Fairbanks or by scheduling your cruise at the very beginning or end of the season.