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Holland America Line
Alaska
Ship’s Registry: The Netherlands

Glacier Bay National Park Experience

Best Time to Take This Trip
May, June, July, August, September, October
Single-day Experience
Make this experience a part of your trip.

Holland America Line offers more sailings to Glacier Bay than any other cruise line. Guests who visit the park on board one of the cruise giant’s seven Alaska ships will enjoy privileged access plus the chance to learn about its unique ecosystem from onboard National Park Service Rangers and naturalists. Under the fun and educational Junior Ranger program, children can embark on a variety of activities and earn a coveted Junior Ranger Badge. To minimize the impact on the park’s ecosystem, no shore excursions or activities are available; instead, guests are invited to gather on deck to observe Glacier Bay’s dramatic scenery and fascinating wildlife from the comfort of a perfectly sized ship. Glacier Bay cruises spend approximately one hour lingering directly in front of at least one of the park’s seven active tidewater glaciers, giving you time to take in the sights and sounds of icebergs breaking off of the glaciers and into the sea in a spectacular display known as “calving.”

Insider Tip

Prior to visiting Glacier Bay, walk the ship’s open upper decks to scope out the best glacier-viewing spots. Precipitation is likely, so be sure to pack rain gear as well as thermal layers made from wool or fleece to help keep you warm and dry. And don’t forget your binoculars!

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