Glacier Jet Ski Tour in Whittier
Ride nearly 55 miles by jet ski to Blackstone Bay’s glaciers
Duration
4-5 hours
Includes
Guide, drysuit, jet ski
Highlights
Ride a high-performance Sea-Doo from Whittier to Blackstone Bay and back on a 4–5 hour guided glacier tour. Gear up in a drysuit, launch from the harbor, and watch for glaciers, waterfalls, and possible wildlife along the way.
- Meet your guide in Whittier and gear up at the cabin on Harbor Rd
- Ride nearly 55 miles round-trip on a personal watercraft
- Learn jet-ski operations and safety before you launch
- Spend time near glaciers and watch for calving icebergs
- Look for seals, otters, sea lions, eagles, and possible whales
- Stay warmer with heated handle grips on colder days
What's Included
- Experienced local guide
- Dry suit
- Helmet
- Gloves
- Shoes
- Personal flotation device
- Jet ski
Things to know
Minimum of 2 riders required to run the tour. You need a valid driver’s license to drive your own jet-ski, and all participants must be able to speak, understand, and read English. Rider and passenger combined weight must be under 400 lbs.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 30+ days before for a 95% refund (5% administration fee). Cancel 30-11 days before for a 50% refund. Cancel within 10 days: no refunds.
FAQs
Bring a valid driver’s license if you plan to drive your own jet ski. Driver pricing is listed for ages 16+. All participants must be able to speak, understand, and read English to join the tour.
No. Your guide gives instructions on jet-ski operations and safety before you launch.
Dress in warm layers such as fleece, long underwear (thermals), a down jacket, and wool socks. Avoid items with a hood under the drysuit. Bring sunglasses and a knit hat, and consider bringing extra socks to change into after your glacier jet-ski tour.
Meeting details
4 Harbor Rd. Whittier AK
