Alaska Wildlife Adventure

Conservation Center Wildlife Vacations Sightseeing Tours

Wildlife viewing in Anchorage is a year-round attraction with guaranteed animal sightings at close proximity. Embraced by state and national parks, Anchorage is a modern metropolis located in the heart of the wilderness with great opportunities for Alaska wildlife viewing adventures. In the Anchorage area alone, you’re likely to see black, brown and grizzly bears, birds of prey, whales, moose, dall sheep, elk and much more.

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Feel the power of a bison staring down at you. Get close to a young moose or deer. Spot a herd of reindeer. Photograph a huge bull elk. At the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in Portage Glacier, observe any number of big game living much as they would in their natural habitat. The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a cutting-edge facility that provides refuge for ill, orphaned and injured animals, and cares for animals that cannot survive independently in the Alaska wild.  [Top]

Puffin Inn Wildlife Vacations. Conveniently located in the heart of Anchorage, exploring South Central Alaska is easy from Puffin Inn. A variety of wildlife viewing attractions are within a short distance to the hotel. The Alaska Zoo in downtown Anchorage is a fun adventure for families with young children. The zoo is home to approximately 100 Arctic and sub-arctic mammals and birds. Chugach State Park offers opportunities for wildlife viewing in its natural habitat. Marine animal sightings are abundant along the Seward Highway.  [Top]

Wildlife Sightseeing Tours. Numerous outfitters and guides in Anchorage and surrounding Alaska communities offer wildlife viewing tours. Whale watching cruises, guided kayak and river rafting tours, bird watching excursions and hiking adventures in big game habitat are just a few options to choose from for your Alaska vacation. Wildlife tours can also be tailored to your group’s needs whether you’re traveling with children, short on time or need special assistance. The friendly staff at Puffin Inn can help you plan the perfect outing.  [Top]