Cruise Ships in Glacier Bay

A cruise ship travels through Glacier Bay

 

Most visitors to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve spend a day in Glacier Bay on large cruise ships as part of a longer cruise originating at a major west coast city. The spectacular scenery and wildlife of Glacier Bay make it a highlight of any Alaska cruise.

What to Expect

• Cruise ships typically spend a full day (9-10 hours) in Glacier Bay including a stop at a major tidewater glacier.
• National Park Service park rangers board to provide a narrative about important aspects of the visit, give a presentation about the park, and answer passengers' questions.
• Cruise ships do not dock anywhere in Glacier Bay National Park.
• Check out our Glacier Bay cruise ship visitor "insider's guide" to get the most out of your visit.

 

Park rangers set up a information desk while on board ship in a large lounge. At the desk you can find:

• A park ranger that will answer all of your Glacier Bay questions
• A national park service passport book cancellation stamp
• Alaska Geographic bookstore with park publications, maps and other media
• A variety of exhibits/hands-on materials to enhance your visit

 

See also:

• To make reservations on a cruise ship, see your travel agent.
• The National Park Service manages vessel traffic (including cruise ships) in Glacier Bay to protect natural and cultural resources, provide for a range of visitor experiences, and promote visitor satisfaction and understanding. To learn more, and view a list of authorized cruise lines, see Cruise Ship Services.
• Cruise ships are one way to see the park by water. Learn about other things to do in the park.
• Learn about the park's Nature and Science, History and Culture, and management.
• Enjoy the images in our Glacier Bay Cruise Ship photo gallery

• Visiting Glacier Bay: Then and Now

  

  Visiting Glacier Bay on a cruise ship has always been an exciting adventure. Join Ranger Fay for a fun glimpse of Glacier Bay 100 years ago during the heyday of Alaska steamships. 
  9 min

  Credit/ Author:

  T. VandenBerg-F. Schaller

 

• Enjoy Your Glacier Bay Cruise Visit

  

  Visiting Glacier Bay on a cruise ship? Join ranger Sierra and learn how to experience the "best of the bay" during your cruise!
  
  5 minutes

  Credit/ Author:

  Tom VandenBerg

  Date created:

  2010-09-15

 

• Disfrute de su Visita en Crucero

  

  ¿Visitando en un crucero?  Acompañe al guardabosques Jacob y aprenda como disfrutar "lo mejor de la bahía" en su viaje.

  Credit/ Author:

  NPS-J. McLaughlin & T. VandenBerg

  Date created:

  2013-02-11

 

• Profitez pleinement de votre croisière dans la Baie des Glaciers, en Alaska!

  

  L'itinéraire de votre crosière vous amène dans la Baie des Glaciers? Ranger Andrew vous fournira un aperçu de ce qui vous attend ainsi que quelques astuces pour faire de votre visite la journée la plus marquante de votre séjour en Alaska! 

  Credit/ Author:

  NPS