Aerial Tram and Wildlife Center tour from Anchorage

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Alyeska Aerial Tram — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Tram ride up from the resort. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The most scenic tour. Travel south along the Seward Highway named one of the most scenic byways in North America taking in ocean & mountain views. Ride an aerial tram (included) up Mount Alyeska 2300 feet above sea level and enjoy panoramic vistas. Lunch/food is on your own at the Bore Tide Deli & Bar at the top. At sea level, your admission is included to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center; learn about how this non-profit wildlife sanctuary cares for The Last Frontier’s injured and orphaned animals. See the amazing recovered wildlife like Grizzly Bear, Moose, Caribou, Musk Ox, and much more! Return to Anchorage after this photographic experience lasting approximately 5.5 to 6 hours.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Frontier Tours

Ages: Children (1–6 years) · Youth (7–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Roundtrip sightseeing transportation from Anchorage
Included: Bottled water
Included: Snacks
Included: anding and/or facility fees: Landing and facility fees
Included: Tram Ride
Included: Commercially Licensed Driver Guide
Included: Wildlife Center Admission

Not included

Not included: Gratuities: Suggested Driver-Guide Gratuity is $10-15 USD per person; not required or expected, but always appreciated.
Not included: Option to purchase food/lunch at the top of the Mount Alyeska Aerial Tram.

Itinerary

Beluga Point

Passing by

Scenic view point on the Seward Highway along the Turnagain Arm. Depending on weather & time, we might make a photo stop here.
Bird Creek

Passing by

Depending on the time of season, look out for people salmon fishing along Bird Creek.
Alyeska Ski Area

one hour Admission included

You will take a spectacular tram ride up Mount Alyeska, and have some free time at the top to grab some food and a drink and enjoy the amazing scenery (tram ticket included; food on your own).
The Roundhouse at Alyeska

10 min Admission included

IF open, visit The Roundhouse Museum & gift shop while at the top of the tram.
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

1 h 30 min Admission included

We will visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to see and learn about the amazing wild animals in the care of this non-profit animal sanctuary. Caring for injured & orphaned wildlife, and working on animal restoration, this amazing program is dedicated to education, conservation, and research regarding Alaska's wildlife. We will guide you through the first half, and then you will have some free time to walk around on your own for the second half of the visit.
Chugach State Park

Passing by

We drive through some amazing scenery within Chugach State Park and Chugach National Forest. Dramatic mountain landscapes, glaciers, & ocean views! Depending on time and weather, we will make a scenic photo stop here.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet 15 minutes prior to departure time at the Dena'ina Convention Center on the 7th Avenue curb between F & G Streets. There are NO public restrooms at this location; please ensure you use the bathroom before meeting for the tour as the first rest stop will be over an hour away.

End point

Please meet 15 minutes prior to departure time at the Dena'ina Convention Center on the 7th Avenue curb between F & G Streets. There are NO public restrooms at this location; please ensure you use the bathroom before meeting for the tour as the first rest stop will be over an hour away.