Juneau sits beside some of the most reliable humpback feeding waters on earth, and from a purpose-built catamaran with an onboard naturalist you'll watch for breaching humpbacks, bubble-net feeding, orcas, Steller sea lions, and bald eagles. Allen Marine is family-owned, Tlingit-affiliated, and has run these waters since 1970, backing the trip with a whale-sighting assurance. This is the near-certain wildlife payoff every Juneau port day should include.
What to expect
You'll begin with a one-hour coach ride from downtown Juneau to Auke Bay, then board Allen Marine's purpose-built catamaran for a three-hour wildlife cruise guided by an onboard naturalist. From the deck of this large, stabilized vessel, you'll scan some of Earth's most reliable humpback feeding waters, watching for breaching whales, bubble-net feeding displays, orcas, Steller sea lions, and bald eagles. The rhythm builds from anticipation to genuine wildlife payoff—this tour backs every trip with a whale-sighting assurance, so the animals themselves become the centerpiece of your port day.
Good to know
Plan for approximately four hours total (one hour round-trip coach plus three hours on the water); book the 149-per-adult direct rate with Allen Marine rather than through your ship (Carnival charges $205.99 for the identical trip). Arrange your departure time so you clear the Auke Bay dock no earlier than 90 minutes before all-aboard to allow a safe return buffer. Bring layered clothing and a jacket, as Alaska waters are cold even in summer, and the stabilized vessel and naturalist guide are included in your fare.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Juneau — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.