SHORE EXCURSIONS · USA
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The 7 most popular wildlife 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.
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“Perfect trip. Excellent guide and a terrific vessel. Captain Rick was wonderful. We saw Whales, Sea otter and Eagles. We recommend highly.”
Private 2-hour whale watching from Sitka’s Crescent Harbor with live narration, small-boat comfort, and frequent marine wildlife sightings.
“Tad gave us a wonderful excursion where we saw whales, sea lions, and eagles. It was a small group and he was also very informative. Immediately we saw sea lions and soon after many whales sightings. Loved it!”
Shuttle from Burnie to Wings Wildlife Park with scenic Leven River views, 1.5 hours with Aussie animals, and optional cuddles.
“Had booked a shore excursion for Wings Wildlife Park, but unfortunately ship was unable to dock in Burnie due to high winds. Spoke to Wings operator who was very helpful. Very disappointed as I had visited the park a few years ago and bRead more”
Akaroa to Christchurch shore trip by coach: Banks Peninsula scenery, Botanic Gardens, earthquake recovery sights, and Willowbank kiwi wildlife reserve.
“Would never do this again. We sat on the bus for forty minutes waiting for a couple that wasn’t even on the same tour. We then traveled over 1 1/2 hours to Christchurch where the guide dropped us off in a dead zone for 25 minutes - not enRead more”
Larnach Castle meets Otago Peninsula wildlife on a small-group Dunedin shore trip, with binoculars and a cruise past Taiaroa Head.
“Wonderful tour in Dunedin with Cliff and the team aboard our sightseeing tour of Albatross, Penguins and Seals. We were fortunate enough to see them all.”
Sitka Whale Watching on a small heated boat with humpbacks, otters, eagles, puffins, and Mount Edgecumbe views during a 2.5-hour cruise.
“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!”
A 6-hour Bridgetown shore day blending wild monkeys, UNESCO forts at Garrison Savannah, and easy beach time at Carlisle Bay.
“Fun, entertaining, driver was knowledgeable about the island.. just be prepared to take a little tour of the island before actually get into your destination, which unfortunately does cut into some of your excursion time. Carlisle Bay beach was absolutely beautiful..”
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