Have your own
transportation? Cruise the tranquil Portage Lake, about an hour south of Anchorage, to Portage Glacier. It is truly worth the drive! The cruise takes only one hour, but it could be the most impressive 60 minutes of your life. Watch for huge chunks of ice to break away and crash in to the lake as the mv Ptarmigan weaves through iceberg-dotted waters. This is the best glacier cruise in Alaska for the money.
Wonderful people, comfortable cabins with a beautiful view! The location and facilities are great but my memories will center on the superb staff, they were very warm and helpful!
-Father Don- Cabin: #42
Naturalists were full of informative and interesting info. Food was delicious, well prepared and served. Managers were very helpful. We loved it!
-John and Ruth- Cabin: # 26
Karen,
I just want to thank you for your efforts in putting together our family (12 people!!) vacation to Alaska in July. Everyone had a great time--for most it was their first trip to AK--and enjoyed the variety of options for activities. The weather was spectacular--beautiful views of the mountain--and grizzlies, a wolf, and many oth....Read More