Get up close to Portage Glacier aboard the mv Ptarmigan. This sightseeing tour is a perfect option for vacationers and visiting friends & family since it is only a one hour drive from Anchorage.
Special Notes: All bookings must be made at least 5 days in advance. Child price applies to age 12 and under. Cruise operation is subject to weather conditions.
Included in your Tour:One-hour cruise is included. Transportation to/from Anchorage is not included.
Highlights
- The only boat operating on Portage Lake
- Onboard narration
- Fully enclosed, heated cabin
- Expansive windows for enhanced viewing
- Topside view-deck offers a great vantage point for watching the glacier “calve,” and for visitors to enjoy the fresh air
- Holds up to 144 passengers
- 80-foot vessel was built on site at Portage Lake to U.S. Coast Guard specifications
- 6.5-foot draft for minimal environmental impact
- Sound system cannot be heard from the shore, ensuring preservation of this naturally peaceful setting for wildlife and other visitors
- Hull designed for safety in ice-filled waters
- Operates under special use permit with the Chugach National Forest and is an equal opportunity provider