Small group Juneau shore excursions for whale watching, glaciers, and rainforest hikes
Gastineau Guiding’s Alaska tours are unforgettable. If you’re joining us through a cruise line, we’ll send you to their specific booking page.
If you or your group are not arriving to Juneau by cruise, you can contact us to inquire about day of space availability, or book a private tour with us directly.
Our Juneau shore excursion tours offer an experience you’ll never forget
Our guides have been navigating the waters, trails, and glaciers around Juneau for decades. So, we’ve designed tours that show you Alaska unlike any other.
Small Group, Big Experience
We limit our tour size to 12-20 guests. You’ll enjoy the views and everything that makes Alaska incredible without the crowd.
We know Alaska like the back of our hand
This is our home. We’ve been guiding here for more than 30 years. And we want to show you why these places mean so much to us.
You’ll have the total view
Our custom designed vessels give you a 360° view, so you won’t miss that whale dive, bald eagle soaring, or glacier rising from the water.
We’ve got access
Our exclusive trail permits issued by the US Forest Service (USFS) give us access to rainforest trails most tour operators cannot use.
Cruise Ship Shore Excursions in Juneau Alaska
Check Out Our Most Popular Tours
We also have a handful of custom and private tours available. Want the VIP experience? View our custom tours.
boat ride/photography/whales/wildlife
Couple Hours
Very Strenuous
Discover Alaska’s Whales
boat ride/whales/wildlife
5 Hours
Easy–Moderate
Whales, Glaciers & Rainforest Trails
boat ride/photography/wildlife sightings
5 Hours
Moderate
Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier Photo Safari
boat ride/whales/wildlife
Half Day
Strenuous
Guides Choice Trail Hike
Book through your cruise
If you’re with a cruise line, you can book through their portal.
Want this as a Private Tour?
You can select a custom tour experience and inquire about a private or custom trip.
Not Visiting Juneau By Cruise?
You can still request to join this tour by contacting us directly. Seats are based on day of space availability and not guaranteed. If you want a guaranteed seat on a whale watch, you can check out our “Whales and Wilderness Tour” and book your spot.
What other travelers say
Travelers who've been out on the water and trails with us come back with stories. Here's what matters most to them.
"My experience was amazing! Our guide Addy was very knowledgeable, funny and engaging. We saw so many whales!! Addy had great tidbits about the area and funny jokes! Will definitely come back."
Ben H.
Trip Advisor Review
"BEST Experience i have ever had! Beautiful view, we gpt up close to a pod of 30 humpback whales! Absoluletly awesome experience Captian Joe and Nyah were the best!"
April D.
Saint Peters, Missouri
"We did the whale watching and Mendenhall glacier hike photo safari. It was an unforgettable day! Loved every minute of it. Our photography expert and guide Jezzy was top notch."
Bill F.
Largo, United States