Experience the pristine wilderness of Alaska's most spectacular national park
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is a 3.3-million-acre wilderness area in Southeast Alaska, renowned for its spectacular glaciers, towering mountains, pristine fjords, and abundant wildlife. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers one of the most dramatic landscapes on Earth.
The park is home to over 1,000 glaciers, including the massive Margerie Glacier and the rapidly retreating Grand Pacific Glacier. Visitors can witness the raw power of nature as massive chunks of ice calve into the bay, creating thunderous sounds and spectacular displays.
A 21-mile-long tidewater glacier that calves icebergs directly into Glacier Bay, creating spectacular displays.
One of the few advancing glaciers in the park, known for its dramatic ice formations and wildlife viewing.
The park's headquarters and main visitor area, offering kayaking, hiking, and ranger-led programs.
A beautiful glacier accessible by boat, offering close-up views of glacial features and ice formations.
Cruise Ship Tours: The most popular way to experience Glacier Bay is aboard a cruise ship, which provides comfortable viewing of glaciers, wildlife, and stunning landscapes from the water.
Wildlife Viewing: The park is home to humpback whales, orcas, sea otters, seals, and numerous bird species. Summer months offer the best opportunities for wildlife encounters and whale watching.
Kayaking Adventures: For the more adventurous, kayaking through the fjords offers an intimate experience with the wilderness, allowing for close encounters with glaciers and wildlife.
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