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Guide updated 15 November 2026

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Quick answer: Valdez: 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise. Tickets start from USD 181.00 per person. 6 hours. Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund. Best verified price, checked 14 November 2026.

Starting price per person, checked 14 November 2026. Select your date and party for the final total and availability.

Ticket price
From USD 181.00per person · verified price, checked 14 November 2026
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation
Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible

Best price & key facts · checked by ActivityRoam on 14 November 2026

Best price for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets: from USD 181.00.

The best price for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets is from USD 181.00 per person, checked on 14 November 2026. 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise is a cruise or water activity in the USA that takes 6 hours. You can cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund.

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Best price for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise ticketsFrom USD 181.00 per personChecked by ActivityRoam on 14 November 2026 · GetYourGuide
Last-minute 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise ticketsBook for today on ActivityRoam at the best price when time slots are still available. Same-day bookings are made less than 3 days before the start time, so they cannot be refunded.GetYourGuide
Wherethe USAGetYourGuide
Type of activityCruises & waterGetYourGuide
Duration6 hoursGetYourGuide
CancellationCancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refundGetYourGuide
Meeting point and addressCheck-in at the office, located behind the Best Western Hotel in Valdez, 1 hour prior to departure. Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure.GetYourGuide
LanguageLive tour guide: EnglishGetYourGuide
What to bringWarm clothing, Sunglasses, Camera, Snacks, Sunscreen, Jacket, Rain gear, Cash, Weather-appropriate clothing, Binoculars, Closed-toe shoes, Face mask or protective coveringGetYourGuide
Not allowedAlcoholic drinks in the vehicleGetYourGuide
AccessibilityWheelchair accessibleGetYourGuide
Peak seasonAlaska is busiest for visitors from June to August, and quietest from October to April.ActivityRoam estimate

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Refund & cancellation

Refund and cancellation for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise.

You can cancel 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise up to 3 days before the start time for a full refund. After that deadline the booking cannot be refunded.

TermWhat applies to 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise
Cancellation deadline3 days before your booked start time. The exact cut-off is shown in your confirmation
Refund amountFull refund when you cancel before the deadline
After the deadlineNo refund
Last-minute bookingsA ticket booked less than 3 days before the start time is already past the deadline, so it cannot be refunded
How to cancelUse the manage-booking link in your GetYourGuide confirmation email
Price matchGetYourGuide reviews price-match claims for the same activity, date and inclusions. Approved differences may be refunded or issued as a voucher

Terms taken from the GetYourGuide listing for this activity, checked 14 November 2026. The terms shown at checkout for your chosen option are the ones that apply.

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Weather & busy season

Weather and peak season in Alaska.

Alaska is busiest for visitors from June to August, and quietest from October to April. Most tours run from mid-May to mid-September. July highs are around 19°C with very long daylight, and waterproof layers are needed on the water.

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  5. ModerateMay
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  9. ModerateSep
  10. QuietOct
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Typical tourist season by month. Taller, darker bars are busier months.

Typical season and climate estimated by ActivityRoam for planning. It is not measured visitor data or a forecast.

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Quick answers from ActivityRoam

6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise: the questions visitors ask most.

What is 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise?

6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise is a cruise or water activity in Valdez, the USA. It can be booked through ActivityRoam from USD 181 per person. The price was checked on 14 November 2026.

Where is 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise located?

6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise takes place in Valdez, the USA. The exact meeting point or entrance is on your booking confirmation.

How much is 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise for a family of four?

At the starting price of USD 181 per person, four tickets for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise come to about USD 724. Children’s prices are often lower, so enter every child’s age at checkout for the real total.

How much is 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise for two people?

At the starting price of USD 181 per person, two tickets for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise come to about USD 362 before any date or option changes.

When is the quietest time to visit Valdez?

Valdez is quietest for visitors in October to April. Those months usually mean shorter queues at 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise, and prices on quieter dates are often lower.

What is the best price for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets?

The best price for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets on ActivityRoam is from USD 181 per person, checked on 14 November 2026. The final price depends on your date and the option you choose.

Can I buy 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets on the day?

Yes. You can book 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets on the day at the best price on ActivityRoam, from USD 181 per person, as long as time slots are still available for today. Popular times sell out, so check today’s availability before you travel.

Where can I book last-minute 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets?

You can book last-minute 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets today on ActivityRoam at the best price we have checked, from USD 181 per person. Choose today’s date on the ticket page to see the remaining time slots. Same-day bookings are made less than 3 days before the start time, so they cannot be refunded.

What is the refund and cancellation policy for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets?

You can cancel 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets up to 3 days before the start time for a full refund. After that deadline, and for last-minute bookings made inside it, the ticket cannot be refunded.

How long does 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise take?

6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise takes 6 hours. Allow extra time to reach the meeting point.

Where does 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise start?

Check-in at the office, located behind the Best Western Hotel in Valdez, 1 hour prior to departure. Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure.

What is the weather like in Alaska for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise?

Most tours run from mid-May to mid-September. July highs are around 19°C with very long daylight, and waterproof layers are needed on the water.

When is peak season in Alaska?

Alaska is busiest for visitors from June to August, and quietest from October to April. Book 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise early for those months.

What language is 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise in?

6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise is offered with this guide option: Live tour guide: English.

What should I bring to 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise?

Bring warm clothing, Sunglasses, Camera, Snacks, Sunscreen, Jacket, Rain gear, Cash, Weather-appropriate clothing, Binoculars, Closed-toe shoes, Face mask or protective covering.

Is 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise wheelchair accessible?

Yes, 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise is listed as wheelchair accessible.

What is not allowed on 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise?

These items are not allowed: alcoholic drinks in the vehicle.

Answers written by the ActivityRoam editorial team from the GetYourGuide listing for this activity. Facts and starting prices checked 14 November 2026. Every ticket link on this page is an affiliate link.

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Valdez: 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

6 hours · Live tour guide: English

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From USD 181.00per person · checked 14 November 2026Check this ticket →
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How to get there

Getting to 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise.

Use the meeting point or pickup instructions in your booking confirmation. Use the address in your booking for the exact meeting point.

Meeting point / entrance: Check-in at the office, located behind the Best Western Hotel in Valdez, 1 hour prior to departure. Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure.

Arrival details checked 2026-11-14.

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Ticket prices

Onsite vs online tickets for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise.

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Linked online activityUSD 181.00 per person · checked 14 November 2026Check the date, participant ages and included extras. A starting price is not your party total.
Onsite or gate purchaseSee the venue’s box-office priceCheck whether walk-up sales are offered. A timed tour or departure can require advance booking.
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The experience

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Ticket prices & participant rules

6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise ticket comparison.

Starting price checked 14 November 2026. Select your date and party for a final total.

Ticket or participantPriceWhat to check
This activityFrom USD 181.00 per personBoarding pier, check-in time and the vessel’s facilities
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Residents, students & other concessionsOnly when offeredEligibility, identity documents and valid dates

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One free child ticket for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise?

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What to wear

What to wear for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise.

Shoes suitable for boarding and a layer for wind. Bring swimwear only if your selected activity requires it.

What to bring

What to bring—and leave behind.

Bring Warm clothing, Sunglasses, Camera, Snacks, Sunscreen, Jacket, Rain gear, Cash, Weather-appropriate clothing, Binoculars, Closed-toe shoes, Face mask or protective covering. Restricted items: Drones, Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle.

Facilities & access

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Steps & mobility

Wheelchair accessible

Toilets & storage

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Children & strollers

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Make the day fit

Let your departure time anchor the day.

Start with your confirmed departure time, then work backwards through check-in and travel. Leave room afterwards for food, the return journey and any separately booked experience.

  • Departures will take place in any weather. The boats are enclosed and heated, but warm clothes are needed for outside viewing
  • A ramp is used to access the dock. Depending on the tide, it may be steep at times.
  • Guests with special dietary needs are encouraged to bring snacks and meals to ensure that they have proper nourishment
  • All guests are welcome to bring snacks and drinks along, just no alcoholic beverages

Plan with a group

One plan. Everyone included.

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Best price for your 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise ticket

Guaranteed best price for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets? Check the price-match conditions.

GetYourGuide, the booking provider for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise, offers price matching for qualifying public offers. The lower-priced 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise ticket must still be bookable with the same supplier, date, city, party and inclusions. Member-only, corporate, group and other non-public promotions are excluded. Submit evidence to GetYourGuide; approved differences may be refunded or issued as a voucher.

GetYourGuide reviews each 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise claim against its price-match conditions. The best price ActivityRoam has checked for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise tickets is from USD 181 per person, on 14 November 2026.

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Policy checked 14 November 2026. The cancellation terms for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise still apply: cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund.

Your questions, answered

6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise FAQs.

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Which language is used for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise?
Live tour guide: English.
Where does 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise start?
Check-in at the office, located behind the Best Western Hotel in Valdez, 1 hour prior to departure. Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure.
What should I wear for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise?
Wear comfortable shoes and bring a weather-appropriate layer. For a route with long travel times, pack water and any personal essentials.
What should I bring for 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise?
Bring Warm clothing, Sunglasses, Camera, Snacks, Sunscreen, Jacket, Rain gear, Cash, Weather-appropriate clothing, Binoculars, Closed-toe shoes, Face mask or protective covering.
Is 6-Hour Columbia Glacier & Wildlife Cruise accessible with a wheelchair or stroller?
Wheelchair accessible. Contact the operator before booking if you need help with steps, transfers or a particular vehicle.

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Price & guide notes

Starting price per person, checked 14 November 2026. Select your date and party for the final total and availability.

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