Endicott Arm Fjord & Dawes Glacier Exploration Cruise

Endicott Arm Fjord & Dawes Glacier Exploration Cruise

3 hours | Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier (Scenic Cruising) | E N 1 - 6 6 5
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Points of Interest

  • Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness
Easy activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Set sail on this one-of-a-kind opportunity to journey through the waters of Endicott Arm Fjord, a narrow, glacier-carved waterway within the Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness. Board your high-speed catamaran directly from your cruise ship and relax in the spacious cabin, surrounded by panoramic windows. Glide past some of Alaska's most breathtaking scenery, where sheer granite cliffs rise dramatically from the water, waterfalls cascade from snowy peaks, and icebergs drift by. Nearly one fifth of this majestic landscape is blanketed in ice, and at its crown jewel, Dawes Glacier, enormous chunks of ice break away in a spectacle of calving. Along the fjord's shores, look for harbor seals, bears, mountain goats and deer in the forested cliffs. Overhead, bald eagles soar majestically, and you might spot a humpback whale in the chilly waters. Your captain will navigate the agile vessel to the fjord's hidden corners and make frequent stops to capture memorable photographs. Learn about the region's wonder from an experienced naturalist and crew. After exploring the majestic beauty of unspoiled Alaska, you will reboard your cruise ship directly from the catamaran.

Special Notes:

Guests must be able to navigate a narrow, moderately steep gangway with minimal assistance to board and disembark. This excursion is not suitable for guests with difficulty walking. Strollers are not permitted onboard. If unpredictable ice conditions prevent entry into Endicott Arm, the tour may be adjusted to explore Tracy Arm Fjord, a similarly stunning fjord with a tidewater glacier. Proximity to the glacier face varies based on ice conditions. If access is restricted, the vessel will explore other parts of the fjord, view icebergs, and search the shoreline for wildlife. To fully enjoy the outside observation decks, participants are encouraged to bring warm, rainproof jacket, hat, and gloves. This tour is only available on select voyages - May through early September. Beer, wine, additional snacks, and Alaska-made retail products are available for purchase. U.S. dollars and credit cards are accepted. All tour timing is approximate. Outside speakers must remain off when exploring the arm in accordance with Wilderness Best Management Practices.