White & green small ship Wilderness Adventure floats close in front of a massive icy glacier on a sunny day.
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Glacier Bay Adventure Cruise with 2 Days in Glacier Bay

The 8-day Glacier Bay Adventure Cruise includes a comprehensive 2 days within Glacier Bay National Park for maximum adventure ashore and afloat plus diverse birding on South Marble Island.

The incomparable Glacier Bay National Park covers over three million acres with open ocean and fjord coastlines spanning most of its perimeter. Within the park, view two impressive tidewater glaciers, Margerie and Grand Pacific, and bushwhack and hike in old-growth forest and glacial outwash fields. Birding at South Marble Island will mean no rest for the binoculars while watching for puffins, oystercatchers, cormorants and kittiwakes.

Outside the bay, seek out seals and mountain goats in Tracy Arm, humpbacks in the whale-rich Frederick Sound, sea lions in Icy Strait and bears along the shoreline of Chatham Strait. A stellar expedition team guides the entire journey, with plenty of active daily options, including skiff rides, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding right from the small ship home base. This recipe for active adventure makes this itinerary a prime selection for our Alaska family cruises.

Cruise round-trip from Juneau aboard the 76-guest Wilderness Discoverer or the 84-guest Safari Endeavour, venturing farther than 99 percent of visitors, having the time and flexibility that a small ship provides to sail into small coves and seek out wildlife viewing opportunities.

Read on for details about this trip, or learn more about AdventureSmith’s Alaska trips, small ship Alaska cruises. View our full list of Glacier Bay cruises and Inside Passage cruise itineraries.



Itinerary

Glacier Bay Adventure Cruise with 2 Days in Glacier Bay Itinerary

Spend 2 days in Glacier Bay National Park and visit the amazing tidewater glaciers of Margerie and Grand Pacific. Whale watching, birding and Chatham Strait are particular highlights of this itinerary. 

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Day 1
Embark Juneau, Alaska

Arrive in Juneau and be transferred from the airport to the hospitality area. Upon boarding, be greeted by crew with champagne and smiles. Set sail for a week of scenic channels and secluded wilderness.

Accommodations

Wilderness Discoverer, Safari Endeavour

Meals

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Day 2
Icy Strait & Neka Bay

Kickstart the morning with on-deck yoga stretches and a strong cup of coffee. Energized and snug in your kayak, glide around in remote bays off Icy Strait through giant bullwhip kelp that can grow to over 100 feet long. Join the gang in a skiff to a rocky outcropping to watch sea lions play. Or step into mud boots for a forest hike with your top-notch naturalist guides who have plenty to share about everything Alaska—marine biology, plants and even geology. On board, soak it all in with views from the hot tub.

Accommodations

Wilderness Discoverer, Safari Endeavour

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 3
Glacier Bay National Park

This crown jewel of America’s national parks covers 3.3 million acres (that’s a tad smaller than the state of Connecticut). Let that sink in. Most visitors see the same sliver of the park as everyone else. Not you. You’re going the farthest and exploring parts that 99% of visitors never go to. And you have two days to do it. Get started!

Taylor Bay sea stacks and rocky shores make for good adventure. Or hike the outwash field of glaciers winding down the Fairweather Mountain Range. The cool breeze off the nearby snow and icefields is energizing. If you motor over to Dundas Bay, keep your eye out for bears, humpbacks, and if you’re lucky, a wolf sighting. Kayak the bay. Bushwhack into the forest. Discover Glacier Bay.

Accommodations

Wilderness Discoverer, Safari Endeavour

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 4
Glacier Bay National Park

Your camera’s memory card needs plenty of room. South Marble Island is abuzz with activity. Rare sea birds, black oystercatchers and orange-beaked tufted puffins can’t be missed. A colony of raucous sea lions adds to the hubbub. They add a distinct aroma to the air, too. Tucking into silent Tidal Inlet—the stomping grounds for bears, wolves, mountain goats, eagles—the backdrop is spectacular. At the end of the western-most arm of the bay sits Margerie and Grand Pacific Glaciers. And possible views of glacial calving. Take it all in on deck.

Accommodations

Wilderness Discoverer, Safari Endeavour

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 5
Chichagof Island

Kick off the morning with on-deck yoga stretches (your guides love it when you join them). Meander through glacier-carved fjords along the Chichagof coast. Then stop. It’s a prime time to lower the kayaks and skiffs. Camera in hand, set off on land and sea explorations. Closer inspection by skiff, moss-dripping trees run right down to the water. Any bears in there? With one of the world’s largest populations of bears, it’s possible. Go searching for giant trees and tidal pools. Hiking in the Tongass National Forest, it won’t take long to find them. Your eagle-eyed guides lead the pack—and pull up the rear.

Accommodations

Wilderness Discoverer, Safari Endeavour

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 6
Frederick Sound

Humpbacks beeline it here each season to feed on krill, zooplankton and herring. Watch for whales feasting in these abundant glacial waters. Hang out and enjoy the show. Based on wind and weather, your expedition team has the lineup of adventures all mapped out. Cruise past Five Fingers Lighthouse, Alaska’s oldest light station and the Brothers Islands, where sea lions nap on rocky nobs. Paddle into the deeps of Port Houghton or Windham Bay or head ashore for a hike. Somewhere nearby, carrot-billed black oystercatchers are saying hello. Tonight, toast another big day in Alaska.

Accommodations

Wilderness Discoverer, Safari Endeavour

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 7
Tracy Arm & Sawyer Glaciers

Take an early peek out your window. Fjord cliffs reach skyward. Floating ice. And deep u-shaped valleys. There’s no abracadabra here. Mother Nature’s magic is real. Cruise past harbor seals and their pups lounging on chunks of ice. In classic fjord form, Tracy Arm delivers with the cotton-candy-blue Twin Sawyers glacier of its farthest reaches.

Tides permitting, your skiff driver knows the ropes and guides you along. It’s a mashup of towering walls, temperamental currents and the Coastal Mountains. So many waterfalls. Mountain goats show off fancy foot work on the cliffs. Look for them. Your captain joins you tonight for a Farewell Dinner. Celebrate and reminisce about your Alaskan journey with a “photo journal” by your crew.

Accommodations

Wilderness Discoverer, Safari Endeavour

Meals

breakfast, lunch, dinner

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Day 8
Disembark Juneau, Alaska

Linger over breakfast this morning while cruising into Juneau. Wish the crew and new friends goodbye. Then it’s off to the airport or extend your hotel stay or land tour.

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Inclusions, Terms & Notes

Included 

Accommodations aboard vessel; onboard meals; premium wine, beer and liquor (excludes super-premium wines); non-alcoholic beverages; transfers and baggage handling between airport/vessel on embarkation/disembarkation day; entry fees to national parks/preserves; all from-the-vessel activities and equipment; exclusive activities and shore visits; wellness amenities; presentations by onboard expedition/heritage guides and guest experts. 

Exclusions 

Airfare to and from your home city; discretionary gratuities to vessel’s crew; travel insurance and insurance of any kind; optional excursions and land tours; excess baggage charges; items of a personal nature; taxes and port fees of $375 per person (2025). 

Payment & Cancellation

In order to confirm this trip, a nonrefundable deposit of 20% of total trip cost is required per person at time of booking. The balance of the trip price is due 90 days before the departure date. Special holiday payment and cancellation terms may apply. Guests who must cancel their trip for any reason must do so in writing. Standard cancellations are subject to the following per-person penalties, based on number of days prior to departure:
91 days or more – 100% of deposit (transferable to a Future Travel Certificate)
90 to 61 days – 67% of total trip cost
60 to 0 days – 100% of total trip cost

Terms & Conditions

This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations’ Terms and Conditions. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A Traveler Information Form, which includes a release of liability, must be completed and signed by all travelers. Your Adventure Specialist will send you a unique link to complete this form along with a packing list and extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information upon booking confirmation.

Arrival & Departure 

The Glacier Bay Adventure Cruise begins and ends in Juneau, Alaska (JNU). Plan flights to arrive to Juneau by 4:00pm on Day 1 of the itinerary. Plan flights to depart Juneau no earlier than 11:30am on Day 8. 

Activities 

Whether you are looking for light activity options or more challenging outdoor pursuits, the ship’s crew can tailor most any expedition to suit your skill level.  Adventure activities may include: whale watching, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, inflatable boat/skiff excursions, morning yoga and stretching, land treks, glacier viewing, wildlife observation and polar bear plunges. Limited quantities of hiking poles, binoculars, mud boots and rain gear are available on board. To ensure availability and fit, we encourage you to bring your own gear. 

Room Configuration 

Select double-occupancy cabins may be available for single occupancy at 150-175% of the per-person listed rate; special triple- and quad-occupancy rates may also be available in select cabins. Call AdventureSmith for more details, as availability and rates vary by ship and cabin category.  

Families & Children 

Kids 8 years and older are welcomed aboard all departure dates; exceptions for children 7 years and under may be allowed with special pre-approval. Save $500 per child, ages 8 to 17, with the exception of holiday departures. 

Travel Insurance

Protect your travel investment with insurance. Our partners at Travelex Insurance offer a variety of plans and policies to fit every trip and budget. For best value and coverage for pre-existing medical conditions, consider purchasing a policy at time of booking. Learn more about travel insurance or get a free quote.

Itinerary Notes 

Use the itinerary as a guide only. Itineraries may be altered due to weather, wildlife, national park regulation or at the captain’s discretion. The ability to be flexible makes this type of small ship cruising unique. 

Rates & Dates

Cruise Rates & Dates

Apr 19 - Apr 26, 2025
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May 04 - May 11, 2025
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May 11 - May 18, 2025
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May 18 - May 25, 2025
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May 25 - Jun 01, 2025
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Jun 01 - Jun 08, 2025
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Jun 08 - Jun 15, 2025
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Jun 15 - Jun 22, 2025
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Jun 22 - Jun 29, 2025
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Jun 29 - Jul 06, 2025
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Jul 06 - Jul 13, 2025
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Jul 13 - Jul 20, 2025
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Jul 20 - Jul 27, 2025
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Jul 27 - Aug 03, 2025
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Aug 03 - Aug 10, 2025
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Aug 10 - Aug 17, 2025
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Aug 17 - Aug 24, 2025
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Aug 24 - Aug 31, 2025
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Aug 31 - Sep 07, 2025
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Sep 07 - Sep 14, 2025
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Apr 19 - Apr 26, 2026
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Apr 26 - May 03, 2026
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May 03 - May 10, 2026
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May 10 - May 17, 2026
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May 17 - May 24, 2026
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May 24 - May 31, 2026
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May 31 - Jun 07, 2026
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Jun 07 - Jun 14, 2026
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Jun 14 - Jun 21, 2026
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Jun 21 - Jun 28, 2026
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Jul 12 - Jul 19, 2026
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Jul 19 - Jul 26, 2026
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Jul 26 - Aug 02, 2026
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Aug 16 - Aug 23, 2026
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Aug 23 - Aug 30, 2026
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Aug 30 - Sep 06, 2026
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Sep 06 - Sep 13, 2026
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Sep 13 - Sep 20, 2026
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Sep 20 - Sep 27, 2026
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Accommodations

Learn About the Small Ships on Your Itinerary

Expedition Ship
Wilderness Discoverer

The 76-guest Wilderness Discoverer is capable of nimble exploration through nature’s most dramatic hideaways. The revolutionary EZ Dock launching platform makes it easy to get in and out of her 25 two-person kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.

Expedition Ship
Safari Endeavour

The 84-guest Safari Endeavour offers the comfort and amenities of a yacht with the price and efficiency of a small ship. Suites on this ship feature balconies, and activity options include stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking.

Expert Reviews

Reviews from Our Experts So You Know What to Expect

Jenna Granger • August 30th, 2019
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"We Loved Every Minute of it!"

This was one of the best trips I have ever taken! We loved every minute of it! The UnCruise crew was amazing, very helpful, knowledgeable and made everything fun. The way the days are organized is perfect because you can choose exactly what you want to do and they find a way to accommodate. I thought I would be lucky to kayak one or two times and instead we kayaked every day except one because we choose to do something else! The food was outstanding and we met so many nice people on the ship as we shared meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It was so special to be on a small boat that could go into the most beautiful coves and inlets/canyons and glaciers. It was so quiet and peaceful with so much wide open space and fresh air that we had all to ourselves. We saw all types of wildlife and birds including many bald eagles.

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"Had Everything I Needed"

Trip was great. The crew was amazing, and the food was a very nice surprise. I wanted to hike as much as I could, and this ship seemed to meet that.

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"Well Prepared"

This was the most organized, well-planned trip ever!! Every single detail, right down to clothes to bring, was superb. This trip fit our wishes of wilderness, wildlife, and adventure to a T!!

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Extend Your Trip

Additional Travel Options Before or After Your Cruise

Choose from a variety of other AdventureSmith Alaska trips to extend your journey, or opt for a pre-cruise extension with your fellow passengers on this cruise.

The Glacier Bay National Park Adventure Cruise can be combined with the Alaska Fjords & Glaciers itinerary for the 15-day Alaska Fjords & Glacier Bay Cruise—Ultimate Expedition operating between Juneau and Ketchikan with no repeated landing sites. Please inquire with an Adventure Specialist for further details.

The Denali & Talkeetna Wilderness Rail Adventure is a pre- or post-cruise escorted land tour featuring wilderness lodge stays in Denali National Park and Talkeetna Mountains, and hotel overnights in Anchorage. This tour takes you through the Talkeetna Mountain and Denali National park by rail, visits the Alaska Native Heritage Center, and provides opportunities for wildlife viewing, hiking, kayaking, and river rafting or flightseeing (added cost). This land package aligns with Friday cruise departures. Glacier Bay National Park Adventure cruises departing on other days require additional hotel night(s).

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