Catamaran Excursion in Juneau, Alaska: Wildlife Watching

Overview

Board a catamaran limited to 20 passengers for an exploration of the Juneau coastline. This small group setting allows for a more personal encounter with nature, away from the usual crowds. The vessel features elevated seating to optimise views of the landscape and a spacious, heated cabin. Thanks to its large windows, you can photograph the shores, glaciers, and local wildlife while staying warm. The full deck promenade enables direct observation of whales, sea lions, and eagles. A pick-up service is included in this 3.5-hour tour. Free water is available upon request and toilets are on board.

Itinerary

1. Let us show you around the waters of Juneau Alaska! We will pick you up in our complimentary bus (30 mins each way) and take you to our custom 40' catamaran with individual seating for 20 passengers. Once aboard our vessel our experienced naturalist and captain will take you out for 2.25 hours to show you the thriving marine wildlife in SE Alaska. We have designed our vessels for this area with spacious walk around decks so you can view whales in a more intimate setting. Join us for an experience that is a step above the rest.

   · 2 h

Pickup

Pickup included.

1. YOU MUST GET TO THE TRAM; WE DO NOT PICK UP FROM INDIVIDUAL SHIPS! 2. Please have your phones on..we cannot reach phones in airplane mode. 3. Tours start promptly on time. NO TOURS WILL BE HELD FOR LATE ARRIVALS. Downtown Juneau-Mount Roberts Goldbelt Tram Instructions: Check-in/Bus details - Watch for the bus to pull into the lot directly underneath the gondola cable lines, 15-20 minutes, before the start time of the tour. We drive a white Thomas bus. Juneau Whale Tours and our cartoon whale logo is visible on each side. Our driver will be wearing a BRIGHT YELLOW HI-VIS VEST. Check-in begins when the driver is safely on the sidewalk. Individual Dock Instructions: AJ dock - This dock is 1 MILE AWAY from the Mount Roberts Goldbelt Tram. Use the dedicated bus outside the ship for transportation to the Tram parking lot. PLEASE PLAN FOR THIS ADDITIONAL STEP!!! ***WE DO NOT PICK UP FROM AJ.*** Franklin Dock - 10 minute walk. Once off ship, walk on the Seawalk/Boardwalk towards town until you reach the Tram. Follow instructions above for check-in/bus details. CT Dock - 2 minute walk. You will be behind the Tram. Walk around the building to the front. Follow instructions above for bus/check-in details. AS Dock - 5 minute walk. Once off the ship you will turn right on the Seawalk/Boardwalk walk until you reach the Tram. Follow instructions above for check-in/bus details. Ships at anchor - 2 minute walk. You will be behind the Tram. Walk around the building to the front. Follow instructions above for bus/check-in details. Auke Bay at Statter Harbor Instructions: 11497 Auke Bay Harbor Road Juneau, AK 99801. The meeting time on this end of town is 15 minutes after your tour's start time. Watch for the JWT bus pulling into Statter Harbor at approximately the same time. We arrive and exit on the side of the marina with the grey building that has a "V" shaped roof. (Not the Harbor Office building.) *If you are planning on meeting at Statter Harbor please text your name, date and tour time; otherwise there might be a search party looking for you at the downtown pick up location.

How to use your ticket

JWT's Downtown Instructions: Check in begins 10 minutes before the start time of your tour on the southern side of the Mt Roberts Tram; the sales booth side. Arrive no later than your tour start time. Please stay clear of the large crowd under the trees as that is a different company's meeting area. We drive a small white bus that says our full name Juneau Whale Tours on the side in blue lettering. Our driver will be wearing a BRIGHT YELLOW HI-VIS VEST with our JWT logo on the front and holding a LARGE JWT WHALE SHAPED SIGN. Statter Harbor Instructions - Meeting time is 845, 1115, 145, 415 depending on your tour time. Watch for our bus that will be pulling into the harbor around the same time next to the large boulders near the black building. If you are meeting us at Statter...I need to know otherwise we will be looking for you downtown.

What to know before you go

• Service animals are welcome.
• Public transport is available nearby.
• Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Most travellers can participate.
• The group is limited to 20 travellers.
• The activity operates in all weather conditions; please bring warm, waterproof layers and comfortable, non-slip shoes.
• In case of cancellation by the operator, an alternative date or a full refund will be offered.
• Contact the operator before the cruise to receive meeting instructions.
• The excursion will be cancelled if there are 5 or fewer participants, with a reschedule offer or full refund.
• Arrive at the Goldbelt tram (downtown) no later than the start time of your tour.
• The operator is not responsible for lost or damaged personal items.
• Service may be refused to anyone.
• If using the 'book now, pay later' option and the card is declined, the booking may be cancelled without notice.
• Confirmation is immediate upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• No refund is possible less than 24 hours before departure.
• The activity may be cancelled due to bad weather or insufficient number of participants.

Who is it for?

• Travellers seeking a small group (maximum 20 people).
• Wildlife and glacier landscape enthusiasts.
• Families with children (accompanied by an adult).
• People of all physical fitness levels.

What makes it different

• Small group size (maximum 20 passengers) for a more personal experience.
• Heated cabin with large windows for observation and photography.
• Pick-up service included.

Frequently asked questions

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Activity offered by Juneau Whale Tours via Viator.