The 26 Glaciers Cruise Experience

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The 26 Glacier Cruise travels over 135 miles into Prince William Sound where you will see 26 “named” glaciers and many more unnamed. We get face to face with these towering masses of ice, so close you can “hear” the glaciers move and gaze at their brilliant blues hues.

On the 26 Glacier Cruise, you'll see several types of glaciers, including Alpine (hanging), Piedmont and Tidewater. Glacier calvings (when broken pieces of ice fall into the water and become icebergs) are normally seen on each cruise.

Wildlife

It’s not just about the ice – it's very common to see sea otters, seals, porpoises, sea lions and whales – humpback and orca – during the cruise.

You may also spot bear, mountain goats and bald eagles. At the end of the trip we stop at a bird rookery which is home to thousands of Kittiwakes.

Professional narration is provided by US Forest Service Rangers on every cruise.

The Klondike Express

The Klondike Express is the largest, fastest and most luxurious catamaran in all of Alaska. This 137-foot, high-speed catamaran holds 342 passengers on three decks, two of which are enclosed and heated. The Klondike Express is a non-smoking vessel.

Comfortable upholstered booths with tables are available for all passengers and the large picture windows provide a view from every seat. A saloon, snack bar, gift shop and seven restrooms are a few of the other amenities available to our glacier cruise passengers. For more information on seating click here.

A hot lunch is included in the price of the cruise and is served to passengers at their booths.

Nichol’s Bros. Boat Builders of Freeland Washington constructed the Klondike Express. This unique vessel cruises at 38 knots and has a top speed of 42 knots, which is equal to 50 mph land-speed. Its first-class design provides our passengers luxurious comfort and incredible viewing experiences.