JUNEAU · WHALE WATCHING
The trips worth booking.
The 15 juneau whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.
Juneau whale watching with cruise-terminal pickup, heated cabins, outdoor decks, and guaranteed humpback sightings on a 3.5-hour trip.
Most Popular“We really enjoyed the experience, very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Saw humpback whales, even a mom with its calf. Layer up is a must so you won’t be cold.”
Half-day Juneau glacier views and a wildlife cruise with guaranteed humpbacks, plus local guides and warm boat comfort.
“Beautiful day. Knowledgeable guides. Great time. Boat very nice, covered and has a restroom. Would go again”
Small-group whale watching in Juneau on a heated 40-foot catamaran with a naturalist, warm views from a walk-around deck, and easy pickup.
“This is singularly great tour! Love Cedar’s chat on the bus. Loved TJ and Andrew show was great but the mic needs to go up. I could only hear every second word. We saw so many whales it was rediculous! It was amazing to be out on the sea! Note, they need to mention that…”
A fast Juneau whale watch from Auke Bay with a heated boat, naturalist guide, and a short Mendenhall Glacier photo stop when weather allows.
“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.”
Juneau whale watching from Auke Bay: 49-seat double-decker, live narration, glacier stop, and included cruise shuttle. 4h total.
“The crew was the best. Super knowledgeable and found ALL the whales. The boat was very comfortable. Loved every minute! The bus driver was even AMAZING!”
Juneau whale watch plus Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center. Heated boat, naturalists, trails and Nugget Falls time—$199 total.
“The whole staff bring great joy and life to the tour. Saw several whales. From the meeting point to the drop off, great abd enjoyable experience. No wonder these folks have thousands of 5 stars!”
A 4.5-hour Juneau whale watch plus Tracy’s crab combo, with round-trip port transport and guaranteed whale sightings in peak season.
“The whale watching was great. Tracy’s Crab Shavk was outstanding. Great food. After we got the prepaid for our lunch straighter our it was well worth it.”
Ride a fast jet boat from Juneau to Auke Bay for a humpback whale watch with a naturalist, big windows, and a whale-sighting guarantee.
“This was an awsome trip. We were able to witness the whales bubble net feeding, this is apparently a rare siting!”
Juneau whale watching from Auke Bay plus a Gold Creek salmon bake. Hydrophone-led spotting, buffet, and easy return shuttle.
“The trip was very disappointing. First of all they changed the time and did not notify us until the last minute, and then we left late because they were waiting for people. When we got on the boat we were told that we would stay about a half hour each time we spotted whales. But…”
Jet boat whale watching from Juneau for humpbacks, orcas, seals, and bald eagles with a naturalist, snacks, and roundtrip transit.
“Nia and Perry were wonderful tour guides - they were knowledgeable, entertaining and gave it there all to try to get us to see whales. While we were lucky enough to be able to see a lot of whales (and a baby whale breaching!), the tour would have been wonderful regardless thanks to the kindness…”
Juneau highlights in one day: Mendenhall Glacier, Auke Bay humpback cruise on a jet boat, and an included salmon bake.
“Overall, this tour was wonderful and a highlight of our trip! Our group of five adults had a fantastic time and were constantly wowed by the beauty of Alaska. The whale-watching tour with Claire and Jenn was unforgettable – they were knowledgeable, personable, and made the experience so much fun. The scenery was stunning, and…”
Juneau combo of Mendenhall Glacier and 2 hours whale watching from Auke Bay on an enclosed jet boat, with snacks and coffee.
“Tour crew was told by 2 passengers that their ship was leaving earlier than planned. Crew still brought them on the cruise. So our expected 2 hours on the water was cut in half for 14 people to return 2 of them back early - which we were not told until we were on the…”
Private luxury whale watch in Juneau: small group yacht, onboard naturalist, Auke Bay ride, and champagne-to-coffee snacks included.
“So incredible! Our crew was super informative and an overall great time. We felt comfortable as soon as we got on the yacht thanks to Mallory and Captain Pete's awesome efforts! Saw bubble feeding and breaching! 10/10”
Whale watching and a Sentinel Lighthouse stop in Juneau with cruise dock pickup, 3 hours on the water, snacks, and glacier views.
“We had an excellent trip and saw many humpback whales, seals, eagles and the lovely lighthouse. Corral, Capt John, Driver John and Emily were very knowledgeble and made it very comfortable. It was a great way to start our Alaska journey.”
Juneau whale watch with small groups, expert spotting help, and glacier views by road. Pickup options, about 3.5 hours.
“The guides are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Fun and welcoming They provide binoculars Had a great time with my family of 7”
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