Cruise Juneau waters on a private whale-watching charter
2.5 or 4 Hour Options
Up to 6 people
Local guides, boat
Ride out from Juneau on a private charter and look for whales in local waters. Choose a 2.5- or 4-hour option designed to get you out quickly and back on time.
Up to six passengers total, and every child counts toward the maximum. Cash gratuities may be expected.
100% refund with 30+ days notice. 50% refund with 15–29 days notice. No refunds with less than 15 days notice. If the operator cannot provide the service (illness, mechanical, etc.), they will place you with another licensed boat and captain, or refund your money.
Arrive at the boat harbor 15 minutes before your trip start time.
If transportation is provided and a pickup location is scheduled with you, be outside your hotel or cruise ship 30 minutes before your trip start time.
Bring rain gear and warm layers for cold weather, or sunblock for sunny and warm weather. You can also bring your camera, cash for gratuities, and any snacks, sandwiches, and drinks you want beyond what’s already onboard.
This outfit consistently delivers exceptional fishing and whale watching experiences, with crew members like Captain Ben, Mike, Cameron, and Casey earning praise across the board. Reviewers highlight the guides' deep knowledge of Southeast Alaska waters and their genuine investment in making sure guests have a memorable day. Whether it's the professional safety briefings, help landing fish, or spotting wildlife like breaching humpbacks and hunting orcas, the team clearly knows what they're doing. The operation shines with thoughtful details that matter to cruise passengers: pickup and dropoff right at the ship, assistance with fishing licenses, and fish processing all handled seamlessly. Groups consistently report catching their limits of salmon and halibut, with many saying this was the highlight of their Alaska trip. The flexibility stands out too. Several reviewers mentioned booking longer trips that paid off with incredible sightings and more time on the water. One reviewer mentioned a disappointing experience where their halibut trip turned into salmon trolling without any fish caught, but this appears to be an isolated incident in an otherwise stellar track record.
We had an amazing time on our whale watching tour. Our guide told us most people don't choose 4 hours just to whale watch, but the extra time gave us the freedom to go out of the way and see some amazing sights. Sea lions, orcas hunting, mom and baby humpbacks, two humpbacks breeching within 100 yards of our boat, and of course the beautiful terrain! I can't recommend it highly enough, and you won't regret springing for the extra time.
Alayna Slaton
September 8, 2025
We had an amazing time on our whale watching tour. Our guide told us most people don't choose 4 hours just to whale watch, but the extra time gave us the freedom to go out of the way and see some amazing sights. Sea lions, orcas hunting, mom and baby humpbacks, two humpbacks breeching within 100 yards of our boat, and of course the beautiful terrain! I can't recommend it highly enough, and you won't regret springing for the extra time.
Alayna Slaton
September 8, 2025