Whale & Wildlife Cruises
Guided boat trips through nearby fjords for humpbacks, seals and waterfalls.
By Greg Peters, editor · Updated October 2026
Guided boat trips through nearby fjords for humpbacks, seals and waterfalls.
Highlights
- Waterfalls & Wildlife boat tour: 3 hrs, 15+ waterfalls in upper Lynn Canal
- Ocean Raft Adventure: about 2-2.5 hrs
- Lynn Canal sailing: 2.5 hrs
- Skagway-Haines fast ferry: 45 min
Facts checked October 18, 2026 with alaskashoreexcursions.com. Hours and prices change, so confirm before you go.
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