Must-Do Alaska Shore Excursions for 2025 Cruises
Planning an Alaska cruise? These are the 10 best shore excursions across Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan — curated for unforgettable adventure, scenery, and authentic local experiences. From glacier landings and wildlife encounters to ziplining, kayaking, and flightseeing, this guide features the must-do tours that guests rave about — all backed by expert planning and a Back to Ship Guarantee. Featured Alaska Shore Excursions 1. Grizzly Falls Ziplining Expedition (Skagway) Soar above rainforest canopies on one of Alaska’s most thrilling zipline courses. https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/skagway/recreation_zipline/grizzly-falls-ziplining-expedition?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--2025-must-do 2. Zodiac Boat Adventure (Ketchikan) Drive your own Zodiac through the Inside Passage and explore Ketchikan from the water. https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/ketchikan/water_boat/zodiac-boat-adventure?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--2025-must-do 3. Private Emerald Lake & Dogsled Tour (Skagway) A scenic drive into the Yukon paired with a private dogsledding experience. https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/skagway/private/private-emerald-lake-and-dogsled-tour?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--2025-must-do 4. Mendenhall Glacier Hike (Juneau) An active glacier trek through rainforest and ice — perfect for adventure seekers. https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/juneau/glacier/mendenhall-glacier-hike 5. Misty Fjords Flightseeing (Ketchikan) Fly over dramatic fjords and glacial landscapes, with a potential water landing. https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/ketchikan/flightseeing/misty-fjords-flightseeing?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--2025-must-do 6. Glacier Point Wilderness Safari (Skagway) Boat, hike, and canoe your way to the base of Davidson Glacier. https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/skagway/recreation/glacier-point-wilderness-safari?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--2025-must-do 7. Paddle with Whales Kayak Adventure (Juneau) Kayak among whales in the protected waters of Stephens Passage. 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--2025-must-do 8. Bering Sea Crab Fishermen’s Tour (Ketchikan) Board an authentic crab fishing vessel featured on Deadliest Catch. https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/ketchikan/wildlife/bering-sea-crab-fishermens-tour?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--2025-must-do 9. Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier Tour (Juneau) A top-rated combo tour offering guaranteed whale sightings and glacier views. https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/juneau/wildlife_whale-watching/whale-watching-and-mendenhall-glacier-tour?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--2025-must-do 10. Taku Glacier Adventure by Air, Water, and Ice (Juneau) Three glacier perspectives in one tour: helicopter, airboat, and a guided glacier walk. https://alaskashoretours.com/tours/juneau/flightseeing_helicopter/taku-glacier-adventure-by-air-water-and-ice?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--2025-must-do Ready to plan your Alaskan adventure? Browse all excursions at: https://alaskashoretours.com/tours?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=blog-content&utm_content=20251001--2025-must-do Or reach out to an expert agent for a personalized itinerary based on your cruise schedule. Timestamps 0:00 Must Do tours for Alaskan Cruisers 01:14 Grizzly Falls Ziplining 02:33 Taku Glacier by Air, Water, Ice 03:48 Zodiac Adventure 04:46 Private Emerald Lake Tour 05:44 Mendenhall Glacier Hike 06:31 Misty Fjords Flightseeing 07:40 Glacier Wilderness Safari 08:52 Paddle With Whales Kayaking Adventure 09:40 Bering Sea Crab Fishermen 10:22 Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier