Experience the beauty of Turnagain Arm on a scenic tour along the Seward Highway. See panoramic views, wildlife, glaciers, and more. A photographer’s dream!
Experience the beauty of Turnagain Arm on a scenic tour along the Seward Highway. See panoramic views, wildlife, glaciers, and more. A photographer’s dream!
- Alaska’s Finest Tours & Adventures - Includes pickup service
- Beluga Point - A popular spot for photography, offering breathtaking views of Turnagain Arm. Visitors often hope for a glimpse of Dall sheep and Beluga whales, with some attributing sightings to “offerings to the Sheep and Whale Gods.” While it’s a matter of chance, every effort…
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Alaska’s Finest Tours & Adventures - Includes pickup service
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Beluga Point - A popular spot for photography, offering breathtaking views of Turnagain Arm. Visitors often hope for a glimpse of Dall sheep and Beluga whales, with some attributing sightings to “offerings to the Sheep and Whale Gods.” While it’s a matter of chance, every effort will be made to align your visit with these magnificent creatures of land and sea.
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Portage Glacier - In Portage Valley, you can view Explorer Glacier, Middle Glacier, and Byron Glacier, and enjoy a walk through a rainforest. Afterwards, grab a snack or meal at Portage Day Lodge for the return trip to Anchorage.
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Turnagain Gallery - This art gallery, owned by master log cabin builder Greg and his wife Wendy, a local jewelry artist, features their son Jordon Anderson, a professional wood carver. He often creates life-sized wood carvings of local wildlife on-site. The gallery is filled with exquisite sculptures, unique jewelry, captivating paintings, and photographic prints.
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Potter Marsh - Offering nearly panoramic views of Turnagain Arm, Potter Marsh is a scenic and easily accessible wildlife viewing area in Anchorage. The boardwalk over Rabbit Creek is an excellent spot to observe spawning chinook, coho, or humpback salmon from May to August, depending on the species. Moose are also frequent visitors year-round.
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Turnagain Arm Drive - Turnagain Arm

- Designated pickup and drop-off points
- Round-trip shared transportation
- Designated pickup and drop-off points
- Round-trip shared transportation
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Embark on our captivating journey down the Seward Highway, experiencing dramatic vistas at Turnagain Arm.
During this excursion, you’ll witness landmarks like Beluga Point with expansive views of Turnagain Arm—famed for possible sightings of Beluga Whales and Dahl Sheep, Portage Valley where you’ll visit the Explorer Glacier surrounded by rainforest,…
Embark on our captivating journey down the Seward Highway, experiencing dramatic vistas at Turnagain Arm.
During this excursion, you’ll witness landmarks like Beluga Point with expansive views of Turnagain Arm—famed for possible sightings of Beluga Whales and Dahl Sheep, Portage Valley where you’ll visit the Explorer Glacier surrounded by rainforest, Turnagain Art Gallery showcasing life-sized chainsaw sculptures, and Potter Marsh—an idyllic wildlife sanctuary that lets you stroll the picturesque boardwalk for bird-watching, salmon spotting and potentially observing moose.
The Seward Highway in Alaska ascends over mountain passes revealing awe-inspiring panoramas of jagged peaks, lush rainforests, pristine lakes, and the Pacific Ocean—it is undeniably a joy for photographers. Potter Marsh signals the transition from urban views to untamed wilderness, offering a haven for bird enthusiasts. As we drive along this route, numerous stops allow ample time to absorb the stunning sights that will truly uplift your spirits.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Weather in Alaska can change rapidly, so please dress accordingly
- Seats on return are on a first come first serve basis. Next vehicle one hour later.
- Not recommended for infants
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.