The latter can be a bit more elusive to spot, which is why it's best to sign up for a whale watching tour. In Juneau, North Pacific humpbacks and orcas are the two most common types of whales ...

The safest way to reach the Juneau Icefield is by booking a helicopter tour with a reputable company ... though not in the same numbers as humpbacks. Whale watching season runs from April to ...

The trip itinerary will be relatively flexible and dictated by weather and wildlife activity. This evening, leave the city of Juneau behind ... offer some of the best whale-watching waters in ...

The best time to visit Juneau is between May and August ... Plus, these months correspond with whale migration season, meaning you're guaranteed to see some activity in the water.

The highlight was a small boat tour of the whale-rich waters around Juneau, where we watched a humpback mother and calf making their way through the channel. The hours melted away as we learned ...

Wildlife viewing trips may be the more popular Alaska ... during scenic Glacier Bay cruising. In Juneau, Mendenhall Glacier ...