Juneau
The whale watching out of Juneau ranked: humpbacks bubble-net feeding in summer, crowd-skipping small boats and combos that add Mendenhall Glacier or a crab shack finish. Some operators guarantee sightings in season; the whales make them look smart.
Experience the thrill of spotting humpback whales in their natural habitat near Juneau. This well-reviewed tour offers expert guides, scenic views, and great value for your Alaska adventure.
Most Popular“We had the last tour of the season, and they didn’t think we would see anything. Well we were surprised…we got to watch 3 whales continuously play together in the water. For about 2 hours. The crew was fantastic all the way from Jay the…”
Experience Juneau’s stunning glaciers and wildlife on this 4.5-hour tour, featuring whale sightings, glacier views, and expert guides for memorable Alaska adventures.
“This tour delivered pretty much as advertised. First visited the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center. Very good view of the glacier and good information in the visitor center. Next was whale watching. The guides were great. Tyler was exceptionally knowledgeable about whales. We did experience seeing…”
Experience Juneau's marine life on an intimate, crowd-skipping whale tour. See whales, eagles, and glaciers from a small vessel with expert guides.
“This tour included a round trip from the cruise port to the pier where the boat launches from. The weather was amazing when we went out (2nd week of Sept). We saw over 10 humpback whales. Compared to the other boats we saw out on…”
Experience unforgettable whale watching in Juneau with expert guides, stunning wildlife sightings, and a scenic glacier stop—all in a 3-hour adventure.
“Great tour, the captain and mate got the boat in a spot to see 8 different humpback whales and a couple of killer whales. Then on the way back some eagles. They told us all about the whales and how to spot them.”
Experience Juneau’s wildlife and glaciers on a 4-hour whale watching cruise with guaranteed sightings, scenic glacier views, and expert guides.
“Beautiful boat with two levels of viewing and a great crew - Dalton, Sam &Chloe. We had multiple sightings and learned so much about local marine life. Highly recommend!”
Experience Juneau's wildlife and glaciers on this 5-hour combo tour featuring whale watching and visiting Mendenhall Glacier with flexible scheduling.
“Very organised and friendly staff. We learnt a lot about whales and saw many. The glacier and walk to the falls incredible. Great tips from Will the driver.”
Experience Juneau's wildlife and seafood with this combined whale watching tour and Tracy's Crab Shack lunch, offering authentic Alaskan adventure and cuisine.
“Absolutely one of the best experiences of my life. The employees were all stars and so knowledgeable. Saw so many whales. Was just amazing.”
Experience Juneau’s stunning marine life on a 3 hour 45-minute whale watching tour with naturalist guides, guaranteed whale sightings, and breathtaking views.
“Jackie and Jennifer were amazingly knowledgeable, personable, and went out of their way to give us the best possible experience. Went with a 10 month old and was totally baby appropriate! Thanks!”
Experience Juneau’s wildlife up close with whale watching and a tasty salmon bake. Discover stunning views, expert guides, and authentic Alaskan flavors.
“We saw ORCAS. For the first time, it was awesome. Our guides were great and knew the area/other local guides so they knew where to go.”
Experience Juneau’s wildlife with a 3-hour whale watching tour, spotting humpbacks, orcas, seals, and eagles. Enjoy included snacks and expert guides.
“This was the first time I ever booked with Viator. They were fantastic! Our drive picked us up when they said and was there and returned us back to our ship. The tour itself was the best. Our captain and naturalist were great. They took…”
Discover Juneau’s highlights with this full-day tour featuring Mendenhall Glacier, whale watching, and a traditional salmon bake. Perfect for authentic Alaskan experiences.
“Whale watching was Awesome, seen a whale breach! Mendenhall glacier was a little disappointing, as you didn't get to step foot on the glacier (like pics showed). Not enough time to hike to waterfall. The Salmon Bake was delightful. Great food and a short hike…”
Discover Juneau’s highlights with this half-day tour featuring Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching—expert guides, intimate boat trips, and memorable wildlife sightings.
“We only spend a little more than one hour at the glacier, which was not enough time to go to the falls, but we knew that was the case before we signed up for this excursion. We got to the glacier early enough so that…”
Experience Juneau’s wildlife in style with a private luxury whale watch. See whales, eagles, and sea lions on this tailored, intimate trip with expert guides.
“A great experience my family will never forget. Our guide Megan, Boat operator Sergio, and our shuttle driver Shannon were all very friendly and knowledgeable. We loved being the only ones on the boat for a personal experiences. Most important we saw some beautiful whales…”
Experience Juneau's stunning wildlife and historic lighthouse with this 4-hour whale-watching and lighthouse combo tour, including scenic stops and authentic Alaska views.
“We didn’t know what to expect. It was a typical Alaskan day- rain. However, the crew took great care of us and we saw a lot of whales, both moms and babies! Plus, they were so knowledgeable of both environment and wildlife.”
Experience whale watching in Juneau with a small-group boat tour, knowledgeable guides, and stunning wildlife sightings—perfect for nature lovers.
“Everything was great from the booking thru Viator.com, pickup at the pier and return to boat on time. The tour boat was for up to 20 passengers so not crowded at all. The drivers of the shuttle and boat were very personable and shared their…”
Bubble-net humpbacks and a glacier with its own lake.