Gustavus, the gateway to Glacier Bay National Park, offers visitors an incredible small town experience and access to some of the best marine wildlife viewing in Alaska. Gustavus is the definition of small-town Alaskan beauty, history, art, and community. The small town is surrounded by incredible scenery and vast amounts of wildlife while far removed from the crowds of cruise ship destinations. The temperate rainforest climate (with half the rain that Juneau sees) is ideal for hikes, bike riding, kayaking, birdwatching, whale watching, and photography. This is a perfect habitat for seeking sightings of moose, bears, wolves and a multitude of birdlife.

Our programs that visit Gustavus typically relish the incredible whale watching, and a visit to nearby Glacier National Park. Visiting this National Park is best done by boat, which allows us to take in the majestic glaciers and towering peaks while scanning the waters and shorelines for abundant wildlife. Experience the best of Alaska with no crowds, no lines, and plenty of breathtaking scenery!