{"id":18144,"date":"2018-07-13T16:01:02","date_gmt":"2018-07-14T00:01:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alaskanrafting.com\/?post_type=product&p=18144"},"modified":"2024-01-30T10:31:49","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T19:31:49","slug":"alaska-wildlife-bears-trains-icebergs-top-tour","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/alaskanrafting.com\/product\/alaska-wildlife-bears-trains-icebergs-top-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Bears, Trains, & Icebergs Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"

Join us for one of our most popular tours – Bears, Trains, & Icebergs.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bears<\/strong> – Visit the AK Wildlife Conservation Center.<\/a><\/p>\n

Trains<\/strong>– Ride the scenic Glacier Discovery Alaska Railroad Train.<\/p>\n

Icebergs<\/strong> – Float in a raft amongst icebergs at Spencer Glacier- the closest location to get up close to icebergs when originating from Anchorage or Girdwood.<\/p>\n

Anchorage or Girdwood<\/strong><\/em> – The Bears, Trains & Icebergs Tour originates from either Anchorage or Girdwood.<\/p>\n

Tour begins at the Girdwood Train Depot.\u00a0 Take a shuttle to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center for a guided & interpretive tour of the animals. The center is Alaska\u2019s premier rehabilitation facility for injured and orphaned wildlife. Bears – AWCC Tour runs 1.5 hours and includes walking and driving options to view the animals.\u00a0 A gourmet sack lunch is provided with this tour. Once done with the AWCC, our guide will transport you back to board the Glacier Discovery Train where you will continue onto your next adventure at Spencer Glacier\u2014 the Spencer Glacier Float Tour<\/a>\u2014Get up close and personal to the ICEBERGS on this mellow float perfect for all ages. Our experienced and professional guides will row you right up to beautiful picturesque icebergs offering stunning panoramic views of the Spencer Glacier and surrounding mountains.\u00a0 Return via the Glacier Discovery TRAIN to Portage Station.<\/p>\n

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Daily Itinerary:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Anchorage Departure:<\/strong>
\n9:45 AM – Glacier Discovery Train Departs Anchorage
\n11:00 AM – Deboard at Girdwood Train Depot to start AWCC Tour<\/p>\n

Girdwood Departure:
\n<\/strong>10:40 AM – Pickup from Hotel Alyeska front lobby by Chugach Adventures guide
\n<\/strong>10:45 AM – Meet at Girdwood Train Depot to start AWCC Tour (for guests starting in Girdwood with their own vehicle)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

11:00 – 11:15 AM – Shuttle van ride to Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
\n<\/em><\/strong>11:15 – 1:00 PM –\u00a0 Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Tour (AWCC)<\/a>–\u00a0 Alaska’s Premier Wildlife Sanctuary for injured and orphaned big game Alaska animals located in Portage, Alaska
\n1:00 PM\u00a0 – Catered Sack Lunch Provided, Return to Portage Station
\n1:15 PM – Train Arrives at Portage
\n1:25 PM – Train Departs Portage
\n1:55 PM – Train Arrives at Spencer Whistle Stop
\n2 – 4:45 PM – Spencer Glacier Float Tour (2 Hours on the Water)
\n5 – 5:15 PM – Return Via Train to Portage Station
\n5:15 PM – Anchorage & Girdwood guests board motorcoach bus \/ shuttle van for quicker transportation back to their original location
\n5:45 PM – Arrival into Girdwood \/ Hotel Alyeska
\n6:45 PM – Arrival into Anchorage<\/p>\n

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ADDITIONAL DETAILS:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Bears, Trains, & Icebergs is a great tour for ALL AGES.<\/li>\n
  • Lunch is provided.<\/strong>\u00a0 Please let us know of any dietary requests ahead of time (vegetarian, gluten-free, allergies, etc.).<\/em><\/li>\n
  • We provide rubber boots, a rain poncho (If it is a rainy day), & Personal Flotation Device (life vest).<\/li>\n
  • Bring warm clothes & layers, extra socks, a hat & gloves. \u00a0These are more important in August & September, but nice to have in June & July with AK\u2019s unpredictable weather.<\/li>\n
  • Most guests bring their\u00a0cameras<\/strong>, we can\u2019t guarantee that they won\u2019t get wet, but you should get great photos.<\/li>\n
  • Personal baggage<\/strong> can be left on the train while you go rafting. (The AK Railroad & Chugach Adventures can not guarantee the safety of your bags, but in over ten years of operations we have had no problems with belongings on the train). Space is available for small bags in the raft that can either sit on your lap or get wet, waterproof bags are recommended.<\/em><\/li>\n
  • We require all guests to sign a release of liability on all of our tours.<\/li>\n
  • Placer River Float<\/strong>\u00a0is a Class I to II\u00a0<\/b>(With High Water), mellow braided river, no big rapids. \u00a0Most guests will not get splashed with water. \u00a0If you are concerned about getting splashed request a spot in the raft that is NOT \u201csplashy\u201d when speaking to your guide.\u00a0 The Rafting trip is suitable for all ages.\u00a0 We have had guests as young as a year old and guests into their 90\u2019s on this trip.<\/li>\n
  • Raft Loads- Family & Friends<\/strong> are put on the same raft. \u00a0If you have a request to be with a friend, please let us know on the train. \u00a0Max capacity is 8 adults in each raft.\u00a0 Please call us if you want a private raft for your family. There is an additional cost for a private raft.<\/li>\n
  • Young Children<\/strong>\u2013When making a rafting, kayak, or other adventure reservation with the Alaska Railroad they do not allow children under the age of 5. \u00a0Chugach Adventures can make reservations upon pre-approval. \u00a0The minimum age is usually about 2 years old. \u00a0Children must be able to wear a life-vest and comfortably sit for at least 2.5 hours in a raft without jumping around or being out of control. \u00a0Please call us to discuss further for children under 2 years old.<\/li>\n
  • There are\u00a0restrooms\u00a0<\/strong>on the train and at the Spencer Whistle Stop. \u00a0There are no restrooms on the river, backcountry options only.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    Cancellation Policy for Day Tour Bookings:\u00a0 <\/b><\/p>\n

    Cancellations made 10 days or more in advance are 90% refundable. <\/span><\/p>\n

    C<\/span>ancellations within 10 days are nonrefundable.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Weather \u2013 Trip Adjustments:<\/b><\/p>\n

    <\/b>Water levels, wind, and other natural factors beyond our control may cause us to alter your trip for your safety & enjoyment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    For example on windy days, if you have booked a Kayak trip, we reserve the right to have you join us on a rafting trip. With our Spencer Glacier Float trip, the river portion is based on water levels in the river. We reserve the right to modify your rafting trip to a Spencer Glacier Float lake tour going closer to the glacier if the water levels are not sufficient for a safe\/enjoyable trip down the Placer River.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Landing zone locations and the extent of our glacier hiking & moraine treks are dictated mostly by the weather of the day and the group\u2019s activity level & speed.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Chugach Adventures does not cancel trips due to inclement weather, nor provide refunds when adventures are adjusted based on weather.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Gratuity \/ Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Our\u00a0guides are expected to go above and beyond for this trip and greatly appreciate any & all gratuities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"