Media in category whittier, alaska the following 54 files are in this category, out of 54 total. By land you will travel 2 12 miles through a mountain tunnel which is shared by alternating directions of vehicle and rail traffic. Our award winning glacier cruises depart from whittier alaska the gateway to prince william sound. Whittier s geographical location makes it the ideal gateway for freight ships, cruise lines, fishers, and recreational boaters. Often you will find locals hanging out, workers passing through and catching a meal, or. Charter boat operators can provide transportation to the most popular underwater areas such as the dutch group islands, where divers can view great pacific octopuses, wolf eels and giant crabs. Immerse yourself in a multiday alaskan adventure that promises incredible views and jawdropping bear viewing in katmai national park, along with a warm camaraderie that only a small group expedition can create. This familyrun company operating out of valdez will show you the best glaciers, with great customer service along the way. Alaska sightseeing glacier tours and whale watching three hour blackstone glacier tour a tour to the face of blackstone glacier. The beauty of prince william sound attracts tourists every year. Whittier is one of alaska s best places for scuba diving.
Sperm whales are found worldwide, and in recent years southeast alaska longline fishermen have had a number of encounters with sperm whales in the gulf of alaska. Whittier community school is a small prek12 school in whittier, alaska. Managements responsibility for the financial statements. Whale watching in anchorage starts with the belugas cruising in cook inlet. Dec 02, 2017 amazing underwater world revealed at smittys cove in whittier.
With charter history since 1998, we have more than twice the fishing experience of most competitors. Alaska railroad whittier shuttle passes stockpiles of stone needed for new track and road. Welcome to whittier, alaska, a community under one roof this sleepy town on the west side of prince william sound is remote, and its hit with brutal winter weather every year. The whole experience from booking to embarking at the end was absolutley perfect. Kinney recounted to us how one woman found herself in whittier because her mother, a onetime heavy drinker and partier, traveled to alaska in the 70s, found a job in there, fell in love, and. Four to six hour glacier tour this flexible trip takes. Alaska sightseeing, glacier tour and whale watching whittier. Once accessible only by boat or rail, this gateway to prince william sound is now a 60mile drive from downtown anchorage. Whittier is located at the northern tip of the northernmost temperate rainforest. Most species of whale bear a fin on their backs known as a dorsal fin.
The tiny town whittier, alaska is located 58 miles southeast of anchorage at the head of passage canal on the west side of prince william sound. Whittier marine charters whittier fishing charters, whale. Phillips cruises alaska glacier tours whittier prince william. We will travel to the outer reaches of prince william sound, where humpback, minke, and orca whales are a common sight. Whittier alaska fishing charters whittier alaska fishing. Sea otters, whales, sea birds and seals are often spotted, but its the. Hotel suites, restaurant, bar, grocery, museum and more. In this alaskan town, every resident lives in the same.
Afar shares a guide to anchorage, girdwood and turnagain arm perfect for any visit. Although alaska whales generally do not possess hind limbs, some whales such as sperm whales and baleen whales sometimes have rudimentary hind limbs. Countless whales spend the summer near alaska shores feeding, and views of. Amazing underwater world revealed at smittys cove in. Glassdoor lets you search all open jobs in whittier, ak. Aug 07, 2016 the tiny town whittier, alaska is located 58 miles southeast of anchorage at the head of passage canal on the west side of prince william sound. Accessed from whittier, alaska, 60 miles south of anchorage, prince william sound is. In this alaskan town, every resident lives in the same building. Simply the best charter i have ever been on kristen and ben did an amazing job putting us on the big fish we literally filled the boat with fish by early afternoon the boat equipment and the crew were all five sta. Jan 18, 2015 welcome to whittier, alaska, a community under one roof this sleepy town on the west side of prince william sound is remote, and its hit with brutal winter weather every year. Cruise prince william sound in alaska for a look at humpback, gray and orca whales.
Alaska whale watching tours best in seward, whittier. Whales are occasionally seen but for the most part dont venture into the bay. Easy to recognize whales include ab39 and her calf ab55. Alaska whale watching tours whalewatching in alaska. The connected metric is a citywide average based on fcc data showing the density of broadband options at the census block level. This group has done well since leaving ab pod and has grown to 18 whales in 2010. Our no seasickness guarantee, firstclass catamarans, complimentary hot meal and customized narration are just a few of the many reasons why phillips cruises and tours is recognized for operating the best glacier cruise experience in alaska. See glaciers and wildlife up close from whittier, alaska.
Whittier has been a port on the alaska marine highway, but its only link to alaska s highways was via the alaska railroad. Wildlife viewing near whittier, alaska department of fish and. Gary our tour guide on the bus was just an incredible source of information the bus journey alone was jammed packed with fun stop offs and garys incredible stories. Here are tpgs top spots for family vacations this summer.
The city receives at least 198 inches of rain a year. Alaska whale watching includes where to see whales in alaska. Orcas live in the waters surrounding coastal alaska including outside seward, near kodiak, in whittiers prince william sound, in glacier bay, icy straight and in alaskas inside passage. The best time for whale watching in alaska including juneau and seward plus alaska whale watching season and dates is covered in depth. Read our insiders guide on the best places to go on a first visit to alaska, as recommended by telegraph travel. You can enjoy marine wildlife with whale watching from seward in kenai fjords national park. I have been reading about some of the cruises offered and was wondering if any. Zillow has 8 homes for sale in whittier ak matching. Whale watching is one of the top activities in alaskas prince william sound, where patient visitors are often rewarded with views of active orcas and humpback. Day cruises out of seward and whittier combine the opportunity to whale. On any given day trip youll likely see huge rafts of sea otters, horned and tufted puffins, cormorants, humpback whales, or even bald eagles. Here are facts you might not know about whittier, alaska.
In 1948, the military established an outpost in whittier as the port of whittier was an icefree, deepwater port strategically located near anchorage and interior alaska. Situated at the head of the passage canal on the western edge of prince william sound, the community of whittier is approximately 60 miles southeast of anchorage. Killer whales of southern alaska north gulf oceanic society. Enjoy cozy comforts on the highspeed catamaran and wander its outdoor decks as you come within 300 feet of massive tidewater glaciers. Whittier, alaska simple english wikipedia, the free. Porcupines, black bear, mountain goats, salmon, humpback whales, sea otters, orcas, and harbor seals are. Could you please recommend a whale watching cruise out of whittier.
The only road access to whittier is via a tunnel through a mountain. The city of whittier, alaska is at the head of the passage canal on the western edge of prince william sound. On april 23, 1943 workers completed the spur, which consisted of a 1mile tunnel through begich peak and a 2. Welcome to whittier, alaska, a community under one roof.
Whittier is the wettest city in alaska and the united states. Amazing underwater world revealed at smittys cove in whittier. Young humpback whale found dead tuesday along turnagain. The city of whittier, alaska is at the head of the passage canal on the western edge of prince william sound approximately 60 miles south of anchorage. Hello, we will be staying in bird creek for 2 nights june 17 and 18 before going fishing in soldotna. Wildlife viewing near whittier, alaska department of fish. Whittier was built to provide a safe port for access to central alaska during world war ii, with a tunnel to alow access to the other side of the chugach mountains. One of the most interesting things about your visit to whittier may just be how you arrive or depart the city. Several videos i took in whittier alaska during a day trip from anchorage. Prince william sound whale watching cruises are available out of valdez and whittier alaska and rate high amongst alaska cruise ship passengers and visitors alike. A young humpback whale was found dead tuesday afternoon along turnagain arm near girdwood, according to the national oceanic and atmospheric administration.
Whale watching in prince william sound whittier, ak. Later, whittier was used by gold miners during the alaska gold rush to travel between prince williams sound to the cook inlet and interior regions of alaska. The city is also a port for the alaska marine highway. One is abandoned and frequented by bears, while the other houses almost all of the citys population. Browse photos, see new properties, get open house info, and research neighborhoods on trulia. Jun, 2016 several videos i took in whittier alaska during a day trip from anchorage. Mar 31, 2017 in this alaskan town, every resident lives in the same building. During the 22 hours of sunlight that bathe whittier, alaska each day in the summertime. Travel alaska whittier traveler and vacation information. The tunnel was built for rail use only, and is now a onewayatatime tunnel that is still shared by.
Blackstone bay is a simply gorgeous fjord located south of whittier, alaska on the. Refer a member job postings download photos vic fam opportunities update. Whittier fishing charters we offer alaska fishing charters, whale watching, glacier tours if youre seeking a professional, experienced whittier fishing charter service in south central alaska, whittier marine charters is your choice. Navigate through icebergs, see the glacier calve, and view a kittiwake rookery. The 10 best things to do in whittier updated 2020 must. Youll see personalized ideas from other travelers like you. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in whittier, alaska on tripadvisor. Phillips 26 glacier cruise, out of whittier, will take you to 26 different glaciers in just 5 hours.
The small city of whittier, alaska has only two large buildings. Phillips cruises alaska glacier tours whittier prince william sound. Alaska whales where to see whales in alaska for 2017. Whittier is the 5th most connected city in alaska ahead of anchorage, chugiak, eagle river, and seward, but behind girdwood. Apply to receptionist, director of housekeeping, reservation specialist and more.
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