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7 Best Whale Watching Shore Excursions

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The 7 most popular whale watching shore excursions for cruise passengers. The trips that get you to the sights and back to the ship on time, with run times, prices and the operator behind each one.

7 Best Whale Watching Shore Excursions

Best Whale Watching and Wildlife Shore Excursion in Sitka - Stop: Sitka Sound viewing time (and what you’re actually looking for)
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Best Whale Watching and Wildlife Shore Excursion in Sitka

1.Best Whale Watching and Wildlife Shore Excursion in Sitka

Sitka small-group whale watching on Sitka Sound with a local captain, heated cabin, snacks, and a calm approach for great wildlife photos.

Most Popular 5.0

“Very knowledgable local young man who really knew how to find the humpbacks. He only takes 6 on a boat that could easily handle 10. Inside or outside seating and the ability to move around easily. When out amongst the whales he would shut down the engine which was better for the whales and enhanced…”

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Amazing Whale Watching and Marine Wildlife Shore Excursion - What your 2 hours really looks like on the water
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Amazing Whale Watching and Marine Wildlife Shore Excursion

Reykjavik Shore Excursion: Whale-Watching Cruise - Skarfabakki Harbour: Where You Start and How Early to Be
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Reykjavik Shore Excursion: Whale-Watching Cruise

3.Reykjavik Shore Excursion: Whale-Watching Cruise

Reykjavik’s whale-watching cruise out of Skarfabakki Harbour, with thermal overalls, onboard expert commentary, and a free try-again ticket if you see nothing.

4.0

“If you are been picked up from the cruise terminal Make sure you know what time they will pick you up We had a pick up time of 8:45 They did not arrive until 9:25 Because we didn’t want to miss the trip we got a taxi They refused a refund Whose fault? The whale…”

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A Comfortable Sitka Whale Watching Wildlife Shore Excursion - Wildlife spotting: what you should watch for on the water
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A Comfortable Sitka Whale Watching Wildlife Shore Excursion

4.A Comfortable Sitka Whale Watching Wildlife Shore Excursion

Sitka Whale Watching on a small heated boat with humpbacks, otters, eagles, puffins, and Mount Edgecumbe views during a 2.5-hour cruise.

5.0

“Absolutely the best tour of our Alaska trip! The Sitka Whale Watching Expedition was unforgettable — we saw humpback whales, gray whales, bald eagles, and playful sea otters. The boat was comfortable, the crew was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Truly a world-class experience. Highly recommended!”

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Victoria Shore Excursion: Whale-Watching Cruise with Expert Naturalist Guides - On the Water: How the Boat Setup Improves Your Odds
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Victoria Shore Excursion: Whale-Watching Cruise with Expert Naturalist Guides

5.Victoria Shore Excursion: Whale-Watching Cruise with Expert Naturalist Guides

3-hour Victoria whale-watching cruise to spot orcas and other marine life with naturalist guides, plus worry-free return to your ship.

4.5

“The crew was extremely knowledgeable, Capt Dave was great! Both naturalists totally on it. Ease of boarding great. We saw Orcas, Sea Lions and humpback whales.”

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Juneau Shore Excursion: Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure - Inside Passage by Small Boat: Setting Up a Whale Day
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Juneau Shore Excursion: Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure

6.Juneau Shore Excursion: Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure

Kayak with humpback whales in Juneau. Ride the Inside Passage by boat, paddle a feeding ground, and get full gear plus expert guidance.

4.5

“Amazing employees and excursions. I’ve never kayaked before but was given excellent instructions. My kayak mate and I were given the ultimate experience of having a humpback whale surface right in front of our kayak. A once in a life time experience!!!!”

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Icy Strait Shore Excursion: Whale Watching Adventure Tour - On-Board Comfort: Heated Cabins, Viewing Decks, and Restrooms
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Icy Strait Shore Excursion: Whale Watching Adventure Tour

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