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My parents and I went whale watching and got some amazing closeup time with a mother and cub humpback whale!
Alaska’s whale watching opportunities are the crowning jewel of many visitors’ trips to Alaska. There’s nothing quite like viewing these magnificent mammals spouting, fluking, and breaching in their natural habitat, against a stunning backdrop of Alaska mountains or coastline. In the spring, thousands of whales, including humpback whales and gray whales, travel from the warm waters of Hawaii or Mexico to spend the summer feeding in the nutrient-rich waters of Alaska. Other species like orcas make their home in Alaska waters year-round.
The best way to view whales in Alaska is out on the water. Whale watching cruises range from deluxe half-day or full-day tours on large, comfortable commercial boats to longer, customized trips on small charters. Tours typically begin in the spring, from March–May, and run through September or October, weather permitting.