What Animals Can You See on an Alaska Cruise? | Whale Watching, Bears & More
Planning a cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage? Get ready for one of the most unforgettable parts of your journey: the wildlife. From humpback whales and brown bears to puffins and sea otters, this video is your complete guide to spotting Alaska’s iconic animals—plus how and where to see them best. In this video, we’ll explore: • Whale watching season and behaviors like bubble-net feeding • The difference between black and brown bears • Where to find puffins, sea otters, moose, bald eagles, and more • The cultural significance of Alaska’s animals to the Tlingit people • Wildlife excursions you can join from cruise ports like Juneau, Skagway, and Anchorage Want to book one of these tours? Here are the links mentioned in the video: Whale Watching Tours in Juneau: • Whale Watching Tour: https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/juneau/wildlife_whale-watching/whale-watching-tour?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--alaska-wildlife • Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure: https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/juneau/water_kayak/paddle-with-whales-kayak-adventure?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--alaska-wildlife Bear Viewing Tour in Skagway: • Wildlife Safari and Bear Viewing: https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/skagway/wildlife_bear-watching/wildlife-safari-and-bear-viewing?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--alaska-wildlife Land-Based Wildlife Viewing near Anchorage: • Alaska Wildlife Day Tour: https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/anchorage/wildlife/alaska-wildlife-day-tour?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--alaska-wildlife Scenic & Wildlife Combo Tours: • Taku Glacier Lodge Feast and 5-Glacier Seaplane Discovery: https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/juneau/flightseeing/taku-glacier-lodge-feast-and-5-glacier-seaplane-discovery?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--alaska-wildlife • Glacier and Wildlife Day Tour from Anchorage: https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/anchorage/glacier/glacier-and-wildlife-day-tour?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--alaska-wildlife Subscribe for more Alaska content and epic excursions! Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: Why Alaska wildlife makes cruising unforgettable 01:00 – Humpback Whales: Behavior, feeding, and where to see them 01:57 – Orcas: Family pods, intelligence, and coastal sightings 02:28 – Whale Watching in Alaska: History and eco-tourism impact 03:12 – Recommended Whale Tours in Juneau 03:42 – Bald Eagles: Where to spot them and nesting habits 04:30 – Bears in Alaska: Black vs. brown bears, and salmon run viewing 05:25 – Admiralty Island & Cultural Significance of Bears 06:02 – Sea Otters: Playful behavior, kelp-wrapping, and conservation 06:55 – Harbor Seals & Steller Sea Lions: Glacier and coastal sightings 07:35 – Moose: Where to find them, behavior, and swimming ability 08:37 – Puffins & Seabirds: Flight, nesting, and viewing locations 09:02 – Up-close Viewing at Alaska SeaLife Center 09:23 – Other Wildlife + Scenic Tours (Seaplanes, Glacier & Wildlife Day Tour) 09:49 – Tips for Successful Wildlife Viewing