Glacier Wonders: Portage Lake & Scenic Cruise (With Airport Transfers)

OVERVIEW

Settle in for a spectacularly scenic cruise across the iceberg-dotted waters of Portage Lake, where you will pause at an ancient 10-story glacier that terminates at the water’s edge. To reach the lake, you will drive through the 2.6-mile Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel, an engineering marvel that is the longest dual-use vehicle and railroad tunnel in North America. Soon after boarding the M/V Ptarmigan, a fully-enclosed and heated 80-foot vessel built on site, you will begin cruising across the typically placid waters. Whether looking through the large viewing windows or enjoying the fresh air out on the top deck, you can’t help but be taken by the natural beauty. The onboard narrator will share fascinating insights into the surrounding Chugach National Forest and the Portage Valley. Still nothing compares to seeing towering Portage Glacier up close. You may even be lucky enough to watch a huge chunk calve off with a startling loud crack.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise Portage Lake, a glacially fed body of water that is spectacularly beautiful.
• Behold the natural wonders from the comfort of an enclosed, heated 80-foot boat.
• Pass floating icebergs that have broken off – or calved – from Portage Glacier.
• Enjoy a close-up look at the glacier and hold a piece of it, if conditions permit.
• Drive through a long tunnel to reach the lake and along Turnagain Arm on the way to the airport.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.