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.
“Beautiful day. Knowledgeable guides. Great time. Boat very nice, covered and has a restroom. Would go again”
Experience Juneau's marine life on an intimate, crowd-skipping whale tour. See whales, eagles, and glaciers from a small vessel with expert guides.
“You don’t actually spend 3.5 hours on the water, but that’s ok. It’s worth every penny anyway. This tour is the only one with the wrap around deck and you won’t fight for space. The captain and naturalist were excellent. I highly recommend these guys.”
Experience unforgettable whale watching in Juneau with expert guides, stunning wildlife sightings, and a scenic glacier stop—all in a 3-hour adventure.
“Noah and Sarah were amazing!! If you are looking for an amazing trip with very knowledgeable and personable hosts, go through them! I can’t say enough good things about our trip!”
Experience Juneau’s wildlife and glaciers on a 4-hour whale watching cruise with guaranteed sightings, scenic glacier views, and expert guides.
“This was our second time choosing Harv and Marv for whale watching in Juneau. It was even better this time. Although a previous storm had caused the whales to disappear from their usual spot, our tour guide knew where they now were. We saw over…”
Experience Juneau's wildlife and glaciers on this 5-hour combo tour featuring whale watching and visiting Mendenhall Glacier with flexible scheduling.
“Captain Dustin, Nate, & Lauren were fantastic! They were very knowledgeable about whales & excellent at spotting them. We saw a LOT of whales. I highly recommend this tour when in Juneau. The glacier & waterfall were also incredible to see!”
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.
“Saw many whales and the most beautiful full rainbow in my life. Captain and host were very knowledgeable and professional”
Experience Juneau’s wildlife up close with whale watching and a tasty salmon bake. Discover stunning views, expert guides, and authentic Alaskan flavors.
“Seeing whales and great guide and boat captain I will not write any more review This is ridiculous to impose write a review”
Experience Juneau’s wildlife with a 3-hour whale watching tour, spotting humpbacks, orcas, seals, and eagles. Enjoy included snacks and expert guides.
“We never got close to any whales. We only saw the tail of two whales and that was about it. I was a little disappointed.”
Discover Juneau’s highlights with this full-day tour featuring Mendenhall Glacier, whale watching, and a traditional salmon bake. Perfect for authentic Alaskan experiences.
“Great tour, saw a lot. We went whale watching with Savannah and captain Lee, best experience ever! They were awesome. Learned a lot. We were excited to see the glacier too since the one cruise ship passes by could be a hit or miss. We…”
Discover Juneau’s highlights with this half-day tour featuring Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching—expert guides, intimate boat trips, and memorable wildlife sightings.
“Excellent tour with a small group. Only 14 so we never felt like we were waiting or rushed. Bus driver-Charlie so accommodating! Whale watching tour guides and pilot amazing and so engaged with us throughout the tour. Mendenhall portion was on our own and gave…”
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.
“Absolutely amazing!! Lisa, Abby and Captain Buffy were wonderful. Saw several whale spouts, whale breaches and an adorable cluster of sea lions. The crew’s explanations and stories were very interesting, and they even took the time to answer our grandchildren’s questions in a way that…”
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.
“Staff was wonderful. From our shuttle driver to the boat captain and both young ladies that was the staff. Very knowledgeable, helpful, saw plenty of whales, and other sea life. John, Cloe and Coral are all great. Highly recommend them and this tour.”
Experience whale watching in Juneau with a small-group boat tour, knowledgeable guides, and stunning wildlife sightings—perfect for nature lovers.
“Crew were outstanding. Great personalities and very helpful. Mom needed assistance getting on and off the boat, they made it easy.”
Bubble-net humpbacks and a glacier with its own lake.