Turnagain Arm Winter Scenic Guided Tour From Anchorage
Ride the Alyeska Scenic Tram and visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Duration
7 hours
Includes
Guide, tram, wildlife center
Highlights
Travel south of Anchorage along the Seward Highway and stop for scenic views and photos on your way to Girdwood. Ride the Alyeska Scenic Tram and explore the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center before returning to Anchorage.
- Drive the Seward Highway, an All-American Road
- Stop for scenery and photo breaks along Turnagain Arm
- Ride the Alyeska Scenic Tram to Mount Alyeska viewpoints
- Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and see iconic Alaska animals
- Return through Portage Valley with more scenic views
What's Included
- Professional local Alaskan guide
- Entrance to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
- Entrance to the Alyeska Scenic Tram
- Snacks
- Bottled water
Things to know
Guide gratuity is not included; 10% of the tour price per person is recommended. Lunch is not included. The Alyeska Scenic Tram and Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center are subject to seasonality and weather cancellations; if canceled, you receive a refund equal to the entrance fees of the canceled item.
Cancellation Policy
Alyeska Scenic Tram and Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center are subject to seasonality and weather cancellations. If either is canceled, you will receive a refund equal to the entrance fees of the canceled item.
FAQs
No. Lunch is not included.
No. Guide gratuities are not included. A 10% gratuity per person (based on the tour price) is recommended and appreciated.
The Alyeska Scenic Tram and Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center can be canceled due to seasonality or weather. If either is canceled, you receive a refund equal to the entrance fees for the canceled item.
Meeting details
Anchorage - - Hotel pick-up is available at Anchorage hotel locations only and NOT available for private residences
More about the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center sits at the head of Turnagain Arm, framed by the snow-dusted peaks of the Chugach Mountains and the wide, tide-swept waters of the inlet. This 200-acre sanctuary is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned and injured Alaskan wildlife, giving visitors the rare chance to see the state's most iconic animals up close in spacious, natural habitats. On the Turnagain Arm Winter Scenic Guided Tour, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center serves as a memorable highlight, a peaceful counterpoint to the dramatic coastal cliffs and frozen waterfalls that line the drive south from Anchorage.
Inside the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, you can wander past resident brown bears, black bears, moose, musk oxen, wood bison, caribou, lynx, foxes, and bald eagles, each housed in enclosures designed to reflect their wild surroundings. Winter brings a hushed, snow-blanketed atmosphere where animal tracks crisscross fresh powder and the resident herds stand out vividly against the white landscape. The crisp Turnagain Arm air, the soft crunch of snow underfoot, and the distant call of ravens make every stop feel cinematic. Compared with the scenic pullouts along the highway, where you may spot Dall sheep on the rocky bluffs or beluga whales offshore during certain tides, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center offers reliable, intimate encounters that round out the day's wildlife viewing beautifully.
This stop is perfect for families with curious kids, photographers chasing winter portraits of northern species, and first-time visitors who want a deeper understanding of Alaska's ecosystems and conservation work. Couples enjoying a quieter winter getaway will appreciate the relaxed pace and the chance to learn each animal's rescue story, while solo travelers often find the center's mission genuinely moving. Paired with the icy beauty of Turnagain Arm itself, a visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center turns a scenic drive into a meaningful encounter with the wild heart of Southcentral Alaska.