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    Scenic Raft Float on Portage Creek

    Drift through Portage Valley on a calm Class I raft route

    4.9 stars• 151 reviews

    Duration

    1.5 hours

    Ideal For

    6 people

    Highlights

    Explore Portage Creek on a gentle raft float through Portage Valley. Take in hanging glaciers and riverside scenery on a route focused on relaxation rather than whitewater.

    • Drift past hanging glaciers and riverbank wildflowers
    • Look for local wildlife along the creek
    • Enjoy a mellow Class I route designed for scenic sightseeing
    • Bring thick socks, warm synthetic layers, a raincoat, warm hat, gloves, binoculars and a camera

    Important details

    • Ages 2+ only
    • A minimum of 6 people is required per booking party
    • Bookings with fewer than 6 people may require purchasing empty seats to meet the minimum
    • Operations run from mid-May to mid-September, depending on winter break-up and water levels

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 10 days or more in advance for a 90% refund. Cancellations within 10 days are nonrefundable.

    Product ID: 3PBYNC

    FAQs

    Yes. You need a minimum of 6 guests to book this float. If your group is smaller, you may be able to purchase empty seats to meet the minimum.

    Bring thick socks (to wear with provided rubber boots), warm clothes (synthetic layers plus a raincoat), a warm hat, gloves, binoculars, and a camera.

    The float typically runs from mid-May to mid-September, depending on winter break-up and water levels.

    Meeting details

    1553 Alyeska Hwy, Girdwood, AK 99587, United States

    Experience provided by Chugach Adventures

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    $175.54

    Ages 12+

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    Child

    $143.74

    Ages 2-11

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    Review summary

    4.9
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    Chris, Kimberly, and Elizabeth lead tours that consistently impress visitors with their deep knowledge of Alaska and genuine enthusiasm for sharing it. Guests rave about the personalized attention, especially on smaller tours, and appreciate how guides accommodate photo stops and wildlife viewing opportunities. The food selections are delicious, and the tours cleverly combine history, culture, and local dining experiences. Whether exploring the Wildlife Conservation Center, hiking to Matanuska Glacier, or discovering Anchorage eateries, travelers feel they're getting an authentic local perspective rather than a typical tourist experience. A few guests wished for more food and fewer sweets on the culinary tours, or hoped for greater focus on hidden gems beyond downtown spots. One reviewer felt the downtown tour could have offered more detail for the price, and another noted some portion sizes felt small. These are minor quibbles in an otherwise stellar track record. The guides' willingness to customize experiences and run tours even for just two people demonstrates real commitment to quality. Traffic around Anchorage can occasionally slow things down, but the guides make the most of every moment with engaging stories and flexibility.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    No words for how amazing this is! Book it! I agree with all the positive posts below. Something to add- see the photo from the train here. Its SO cool to be on the train after your trip because you hear everyone on the train ooh and awe about the beauty and you sit back and think "I kayaked that". Once in a lifetime trip

    Photo of Annette Kuhn-Wine

    Annette Kuhn-Wine

    August 31, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    No words for how amazing this is! Book it! I agree with all the positive posts below. Something to add- see the photo from the train here. Its SO cool to be on the train after your trip because you hear everyone on the train ooh and awe about the beauty and you sit back and think "I kayaked that". Once in a lifetime trip

    Photo of Annette Kuhn-Wine

    Annette Kuhn-Wine

    August 31, 2026

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