Drift through Portage Valley on a calm Class I raft route
1.5 hours
6 people
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.
Cancel 10 days or more in advance for a 90% refund. Cancellations within 10 days are nonrefundable.
Product ID: 3PBYNC
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.
1553 Alyeska Hwy, Girdwood, AK 99587, United States
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.
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
Annette Kuhn-Wine
August 31, 2026
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
Annette Kuhn-Wine
August 31, 2026
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