Glacier Bay

Located in southeast Alaska, Glacier Bay is a wilderness area that redefines what guests expect of nature's beauty. This area, a significant part of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, is famous for its tidal glaciers, dynamic fjords, and diverse ecosystems. Visitors to Glacier Bay are certain to fall in love with its immense ice formations, stunning marine wildlife populations and lush coastal rainforests.

Discover Glacier Bay Cruises

Located west of Juneau, Glacier Bay covers a vast area of 3.3 million acres and is one of Alaska’s most exceptional areas of natural beauty. Offering landscapes of rugged mountains, towering glaciers and deep, sheltered fjords, the national park has provided access to protected wilderness since 1925, and Glacier Bay has become a destination like no other for cruisers all over the world.

Whether you are drawn to the area for its remarkable biodiversity, its profound geological history or the simple tranquillity of its vistas, Glacier Bay promises port stops full of natural discovery. Encounter incredible wildlife like bears, whales and eagles, all while enjoying the comforts and luxuries of modern cruising.

Cruise Lines Offering Glacier Bay Cruises

Princess Cruises

Experience the thrills of a Glacier Bay cruise with the royal treatment that only Princess Cruises can provide. Immerse yourself in the most spellbinding excursions by day, then return to your ship to enjoy an evening of stellar entertainment and fine dining.

Holland America Line

Holland America Line excels at delivering experiences that blend exploration with elegance, and its Glacier Bay Alaska cruises are no different. Explore the wintry wonders of this region and take full advantage of the activities, eateries and entertainment venues available on board your ship.

Seabourn

Remarkable hospitality meets destination immersion on Seabourn cruises throughout Glacier Bay’s ports. Don’t miss a moment of the passing landscapes with your ship’s all-suite accommodation, and unwind after a long day of exploration with on board spa and wellness facilities.

Cunard

Sailing on a Glacier Bay cruise with Cunard is an unforgettable experience thanks to the endless entertainment and luxury guests will discover on board. Encounter Alaska’s pristine wilderness on a ship that puts comfort, exquisite dining and memorable experiences first.

Norwegian Cruise Line

On a Freestyle Cruising experience with Norwegian Cruise Line, exploring the secrets of Glacier Bay is a guest’s dream holiday. Discover wildlife, woodland and wintry magic on a cruise that gives you maximum flexibility in how you choose to wine, dine and enjoy yourself.

Top Glacier Bay Cruise Destinations

Margerie and Johns Hopkins Glaciers

Margerie and Johns Hopkins are two of the most popular named glaciers in Glacier Bay, presenting majestic views of colossal ice chunks breaking off and crashing into the bay. Visitors can experience these spectacular sights even more closely through boat tours that venture near the tidewater glaciers, or those who prefer smaller-scale explorations can opt for kayaking as an intimate way to navigate these floating wonders.

Bartlett Cove

The only developed area in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Bartlett Cove is home to the park’s headquarters, visitor centre, a native tribal house, public-use dock, and a few campgrounds. Visitors can gaze out across the cove's serene waters while exploring its lush ecosystems on foot or take part in water activities like kayaking. Wildlife sightings are common here, with potential sightings of sea lions, otters and a variety of birds.

Mother Nature

Glacier Bay is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts, serving as home to a diverse array of animal species. On a Glacier Bay cruise, one of the most unmissable destinations is the nature that surrounds the ship! Marine wildlife, from humpback whales and orcas to sea otters and harbour seals, dominates these waters, and puffins, gulls and bald eagles might also be spotted flying overhead. On land, visitors might spot bears grazing in meadows or fishing along the bay's inlets, and moose, wolves and mountain goats can also be spotted in and around the park's forested areas.