Have questions? We're here.
Bald eagles resting

North America Whale Watching Cruises

Travel made your way
Talk with an expert
Build your ideal North America trip. Call 800.344.6118
Start Planning My Trip
Embark on a journey to the heart of North America's most spectacular marine environments with our 116 meticulously curated whale-watching tours for 2026-2027. These excursions offer an intimate encounter with the majestic leviathans of the deep, as well as a plethora of other wildlife, against a backdrop of awe-inspiring natural beauty. Over the course of 5 to 29 days, adventurers can immerse themselves in activities such as kayaking alongside gentle giants, hiking through pristine wilderness, and engaging in cultural village visits that enrich the soul. With a starting point of $100, these tours are a testament to the grandeur of nature and the thrill of discovery. To set sail on a voyage that promises to be as enriching as it is exhilarating, contact one of Adventure Life's North America specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
Filter (116 Results)
  • Start Date
    Months
    Years
  • Length
    to
  • Price
    to
  • Activity Levels
  • Experiences
  • Activities
  • Ships
  • Destinations
    • North America
Humpback Whale Alaska's Inside Passage
from $6,516
EXPLORE

Alaska's Inside Passage

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • View unique wildlife such as orcas
  • Visit Tracy or Endicott Arm fjords
  • Explore Alaskan ecosystems
  • Hike & kayak in Icy Strait
Activities
Biking, Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Southeast Alaska aboard National Geographic Venture on its 8-day Alaska cruise from Juneau to Sitka. Hike over the spongy earth and float past massive icebergs, glaciers, and, with some luck, bears , humpback wales, wolves, moose, sea otters, orcas, sea lions, or mountain goats.
Cruise Details
0
Kayaking with Belugas
from $17,340
EXPLORE

Arctic Discovery

Canada Small Group Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Hiking along the tundra
  • Visit Manitoba Museum
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • Enjoy guided ecotour activities
  • View the arctic night sky
  • Visit Churchill and meet with local
  • Kayaking with beluga whales
Starts / Ends
Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activities
Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover the hidden gem of Hudson Bay in Northern Manitoba, Canada, and stay in a remote luxury eco-lodge on a 9-day Arctic Discovery safari. Explore this unique and wild wilderness known for its stunning ecosystems, wildlife, and rich cultural history with the help of the Churchill Wild Ecotour.
Tour Details
0
Watching bears near the lodge
from $15,182
EXPLORE

Birds, Bears & Belugas

Canada Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Arctic wildlife viewing
  • Taste tundra-inspired cuisine
  • See the aurora borealis at night
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • Look for beluga whales in the bay
  • ATV tours exploring the coast
Starts / Ends
Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Easy Active
Spend a week exploring Hudson Bay in Northern Manitoba, Canada, and stay in a remote luxury eco-lodge in this unique and wild wilderness known for its stunning landscapes, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage with the help of the Churchill Wild Ecotour.
Tour Details
0
Kayaking around Alaska
from $5,800
$500 Off
EXPLORE

Wild, Woolly & Wow with Glacier Bay

Juneau Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Legacy
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • Witness LeConte Glacier waters
  • Kayak Thomas Bay coastline
  • Observe coastal brown bears
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day voyage from Juneau to Juneau aboard Wilderness Legacy. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, LeConte Glacier, Thomas Bay, Kuiu Island, and Chichagof Island. Enjoy kayaking, skiff tours, hiking, and wildlife viewing while traveling through Southeast Alaska.
Cruise Details
0
Whale watching in Alaska
from $11,200
$500 Off
EXPLORE

Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Seattle to Juneau - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Watch for whales at Frederick Sound
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Thirteen days take you through the Inside Passages and Glacier Bay National Park, encountering remote wilderness, Native culture, and history. Set sail onboard Safari Explorer searching for the mighty humpback whale, orcas, harbor seals, and Steller's sea lions. Celebrate with a toast to nature's handiwork.
Cruise Details
0
Calm waters disturbed only by the flick of a whale's tail
from $7,300
$500 Off
EXPLORE

Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Juneau -Seattle - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Endeavour
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Connect with Tlingit culture
  • Watch for whales at Icy Strait
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Seattle
Activities
Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
On this 13-day small ship tour onboard Safari Endeavour, explore the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay. Whales and wildlife, kayaking, and hiking are just some of the activities available. Thirteen days immerse you in the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay National Park, as well as secluded landscapes, native culture, and history.
Cruise Details
0
Alaska wildlife tours and brown bear fishing for salmon
from $9,900
$500 Off
EXPLORE

Alaska's Glacier Wilderness with Glacier Bay

Juneau Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Quest
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover orca and humpback whales
  • Enjoy wildlife viewing
  • Admire Alaska's natural beauty
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day Alaska Glacier Wilderness cruise from Juneau aboard Safari Quest. Visit Icy Strait, Chichagof Island, Admiralty Island, Frederick Sound, and Endicott Arm. Observe whales, bears, and glaciers while exploring remote bays, forests, and wilderness areas through guided hikes, kayaking, and skiff tours.
Cruise Details
0
Aerial view of Juneau, Alaska
from $7,300
$500 Off
EXPLORE

Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Seattle to Juneau - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Legacy
  • Enjoy Canada’s Inside Passages
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover LeConte Bay
  • Watch for whales at Frederick Sound
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
This 13-day small ship adventure takes you through the Inside Passage and Glacier Bay aboard Wilderness Legacy. Spot whales and wildlife while paddling or hiking through the wilderness. Over the course of thirteen days, explore Glacier Bay National Park’s inside passages, nature, local culture, and history.
Cruise Details
0
Family - Family on skiff with the Legacy
from $8,500
$500 Off
EXPLORE

Kids in Nature, Wild Woolly and Wow with Glacier Bay

Juneau Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Legacy
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • Witness LeConte Glacier waters
  • Kayak Thomas Bay coastline
  • Observe coastal brown bears
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day voyage from Juneau to Juneau aboard Wilderness Legacy. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, LeConte Glacier, Thomas Bay, Kuiu Island, and Chichagof Island. Enjoy kayaking, skiff tours, hiking, and wildlife viewing while traveling through Southeast Alaska.
Cruise Details
0
Hiking on glacier
from $5,300
$500 Off
EXPLORE

Adult Tranquility, Wild Woolly & Wow with Glacier Bay

Juneau Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Legacy
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • Witness LeConte Glacier waters
  • Kayak Thomas Bay coastline
  • Observe coastal brown bears
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Juneau
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day voyage from Juneau to Juneau aboard Wilderness Legacy. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, LeConte Glacier, Thomas Bay, Kuiu Island, and Chichagof Island. Enjoy kayaking, skiff tours, hiking, and wildlife viewing while traveling through Southeast Alaska.
Cruise Details
0
San Juan Islands
from $9,900
$500 Off
EXPLORE

Glacier Bay National Park with Inside Passage and San Juan Islands

Seattle - Juneau - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Quest
  • Visit Glacier Bay National Park
  • Experience wilderness kayaking
  • Watch for whales
  • Tour LeConte Bay iceberg gardens
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise Alaska’s and Canada’s Inside Passages and visit Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site during this 13-day adventure aboard Safari Quest. Explore Ketchikan, Thomas Bay, and Chichagof Island.
Cruise Details
0
Breaching Orca Whale
from $4,900
$500 Off
EXPLORE

Alaska Fjords & Glaciers

Juneau to Ketchikan - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer
  • Explore Endicott Arm Fjord
  • Watch whales Frederick Sound
  • Explore Misty Fjords
  • Kayak along the Alaskan coast
  • Navigate Thomas Bay
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Ketchikan
Activity Level
Variable
Begin your 8-day Alaskan journey aboard Wilderness Discoverer in the state's capital, Juneau. This cruise takes you through some of Alaska's most dramatic landscapes with opportunities to view a myriad of wildlife. Visit local towns along the way and learn about local cultures. End your cruise in Ketchikan, Alaska's first city!
Cruise Details
0
1-12 of 116 Results

Plan smarter. Spend better.

Talk with an expert trip planner 800.344.6118

Plan My Trip
Kassandra Magruder Adventure Life employee profile
Kassandra M.
Sunrise over Crown Point at Columbia River
North America

Chat North America with a specialist

Our team is waiting and ready to talk with you about your next adventure. So go ahead and book an appointment with one of our specialized trip planners.

Let's Chat
800.344.6118

Where is your next adventure?

Contact Chat Call

Why Travel With Us?

Expert Guidance

With deep destination expertise in complex travel, we advise on how to maximize your time, avoid common pitfalls, and get the most out of every part of your trip.

Peace of Mind

You'll work with a team of humans who get to know you, answer every question, and support you until you return home—we're always just a call or text away.

Rewards That Go Further

Secure your 5% Past Traveler Rewards across a wide range of ships and destinations - not a single brand and not just cruises.

As Featured In

How it Works

Connect

No cost, no commitment. Talk with our experts about your dream trip.

Plan

Share your travel style—we match you with the right itinerary or create one just for you.

Book

Lock in knowing every detail is handled and you’re fully supported.

Travel

Enjoy a seamless journey—and unlock 5% off your next adventure.