ZOO TRIPS · ANCHORAGE ZOOS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 4 zoos worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
From Anchorage, ride a guided shuttle along Turnagain Arm to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Beluga Point, Portage Valley, and Potter Marsh. Guides such as Gary, Melissa, Matt, and Matthew add local stories about wildlife, geology, and Alaska life. Wildlife sightings vary, but the scenery is constant.
“Great tour. Matt was superb. So knowledgable and enthusiastic.”
Travel from Anchorage to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with guides such as Chris, Kimberly, or Elizabeth. See bears, moose, musk oxen, wolves, and more in broad natural habitats, stop for lunch and Alaska-made beer in Girdwood, and pause for photographs along Turnagain Arm.
“Seeing the Brown Bear up close while elk bugled and a huge V of migrating geese honked overhead. Magical. Also, baby Muskox. C'mon! Where else could this happen? Up close viewing of Explorer glacier and distant sights of beluga whale and Dall Sheep. Yes, please.”
You’ll ride from Anchorage along Turnagain Arm, stop at Beluga Point and Bird Point, cruise Portage Lake past several glaciers, and tour the 200-acre Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. A guide such as Jeremy adds local wildlife and geography context. Hotel pickup, snacks, water, and admission are included.
“Our trip was wonderful. Jeremy is an excellent guide - very knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife. The boat ride allowed us to get up close and really see the size and scale of Portage Glacier. Even the weather was exquisite that day!”
You’ll travel from Anchorage to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and Alyeska Resort in a small group of up to 14. Expect winter scenery, wildlife, local commentary, and professional photos. Confirm the exact itinerary before booking, since the advertised tram and wildlife inclusions conflict with separate self-guided shuttle details.
“This excursion has been removed from Viator as available. Viator gave me incorrect information. Vendor was gracious and rescheduled us to a valid excursion that met our time schedule”
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