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    Juneau Whale Watching Cruise

    Search for marine wildlife by jet boat with a captain and naturalist

    5.0 stars• 391 reviews
    From$164/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3.5 hrs

    Includes

    Binoculars, drinks, snacks

    Highlights

    Travel from downtown Juneau to Auke Bay, then explore local waterways by jet boat with a captain and naturalist. Look for whales and other Alaskan wildlife while taking in mountain views.
    • Ride from downtown Juneau to Auke Bay by bus
    • Explore Favorite Channel, Stephens Passage, Lynn Canal, or Saginaw Channel
    • Look for humpback and killer whales, porpoises, seals, sea lions, eagles, and bears
    • Learn from a local tour guide, captain, and naturalist
    • Use provided binoculars for wildlife viewing

    What's Included

    • Round-trip bus transfers between downtown Juneau and Auke Bay
    • Jet boat excursion
    • Binoculars
    • Hot and cold beverages
    • Small snack and sweet treat

    Know before you go

    • Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure
    • Allow extra check-in time when traveling with a wheelchair, walker, or stroller
    • A credit card is required

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 24 hours before the tour for a full refund. Groups of 8 or more must cancel at least 7 days before the tour for a full refund. If unsafe weather cancels the tour, you’ll receive a full refund. If a rough water warning is issued, you can take the tour or receive a refund.

    FAQs

    Dress in layers for changing weather, wear water-resistant shoes, and bring a fully charged camera.

    Yes. The whale watching adventure includes hot and cold beverages, a small snack, and a sweet treat, and you may bring additional drinks and snacks for your family.

    Meeting details

    Base of the Mt. Roberts Tramway

    Experience provided by Dolphin Jet Boat Tours
    Experience provided by Dolphin Jet Boat Tours

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    Adult

    $164.78

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $139.10

    Ages 2 - 12

    0

    Lap Child

    $0

    Ages 1 and under are FREE

    0

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    WOW!! Exceeded all expectations. The crew was friendly, accommodating, and got us close in a smaller, but faster jet boat. Can’t recommend highly enough. Thank you!

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    Mark Sterns

    July 8, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    WOW!! Exceeded all expectations. The crew was friendly, accommodating, and got us close in a smaller, but faster jet boat. Can’t recommend highly enough. Thank you!

    Photo of Mark Sterns

    Mark Sterns

    July 8, 2026

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