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Exclusive Access to Glacier Bay National Park and Stunning Tidewater Glaciers

Nothing beats opening your eyes to massive tidewater glaciers sliding past your window. Princess has rare permission to venture deep into **Glacier Bay National Park**, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with ice fields, quiet fjords, and wildlife. Only a handful of ships get this invite—Princess is one of them.

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Witness Margerie Glacier Calving from Your Balcony

You’re on your balcony with coffee in hand when a huge crack booms across the fjord. Chunks of the **Margerie Glacier** break off, crashing into the sea and sending waves your way. With so many balcony cabins on Princess ships, you catch it all without stepping outside—fresh Alaskan air and all.

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Princess-Only Permissions for Unparalleled Glacier Viewing

Princess’s ties with park rangers let them get closer and linger longer than most. Ships move slowly through Glacier Bay, with experts narrating the ice’s ancient tales. Grab a blanket on deck, settle in with other passengers, and soak up the views—it’s like prime seating for nature’s show, complete with Princess’s friendly touch.

Compare Glacier Bay with Mendenhall Glacier Excursions

Mendenhall near Juneau lets you hike right up or kayak close—add a helicopter for drama. It’s hands-on and fun, but takes planning and extra cash. Glacier Bay? It’s baked into your Princess itinerary: huge scale, multiple glaciers, no fuss. Both amaze, but Glacier Bay feels like the main event.

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Thrilling Whale Watching and Abundant Marine Wildlife Encounters

The Inside Passage buzzes with life. Humpback whales breach beside the ship, turning sails into heart-pounding highlights.

Spot Humpback Whales Breaching in Inside Passage Waters

Whales launch from calm waters, tails smacking with splashes. Summer’s feeding season packs these fjords with them. From your balcony, they might surface close enough to hear. Onboard naturalists tip you off to the hot spots—great for families.

Seals, Otters, and Sea Lions: Complete Wildlife Safari Guide

Sea otters crack clams on their bellies, seals lounge on rocks, sea lions bark from colonies. Glacier Bay and Tracy Arm deliver the goods. Experts share tidbits, like otters’ tool use. Binoculars ready, it’s your personal wildlife show.

Best Shore Excursions for Guaranteed Whale Sightings

Want more? Princess’s Juneau or Ketchikan tours—kayaks or small boats—hit the reliable spots. Local guides chase humpbacks and orcas. You glide back with stories and shots to share.

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Immersive North to Alaska Program: Local Flavors Onboard

Princess pulls Alaska’s real flavors onto the ship. Dining becomes a taste of the region, from fresh catches to wild treats.

Savor Wild-for-Alaska Seafood Menus and Fresh Crab Cakes

Expect smoked salmon sliced at the buffet, crab salads, grilled fish. The Glacier Bay Gala Buffet piles on Alaskan specialties amid glacier views, with ice sculptures for flair. Dining rooms do Alaskan nights: salmon, seafood soup, venison. Splurge on the Chef’s Table for chef-crafted local menus. Interactive demos teach you chef secrets with fresh ingredients.

Catch-Your-Own Salmon Experiences with Chef Preparation

Culinary shows let ship chefs demo Alaskan prep tricks—hands-on fun.

Destination-Themed Dinners Featuring Skagway Chowder

Glacier Bay Champagne Breakfast hits your balcony: smoked salmon, crab quiche, berries, pastries, bubbly—as glaciers slide by. Local experts drop in for talks on Alaskan life, tying meals to the land.

Princess Cruisetours: Combine Cruise with Denali Wilderness Adventures

Why stop at sea? Princess Cruisetours link your cruise to land magic—glass-domed trains to wild lodges, all seamless.

Direct-to-the-Wilderness Rail Service to Luxury Lodges

Off the ship, hop the **Princess Direct-to-the-Wilderness** train. Domed cars reveal mountains and rivers; snacks and stories included. End at cozy lodges with views, meals, and fireside wildlife chats.

Explore Denali National Park and North America’s Tallest Peak

**Denali National Park** stars North America’s tallest peak at over 20,000 feet. Bus tours spot grizzlies, moose, wolves. Stay lodge-side, hike flower trails, join ranger talks—cruise extender at its best.

Kenai Fjords and Copper River: Multi-Night Inland Itineraries

Go deeper: **Kenai Fjords** kayaking with seals, salmon fishing, waterfall hikes. Copper River means fresh salmon dinners. Lodges keep it comfy; guides handle the rest. Slow down in Alaska’s rugged heart.