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Hubbard Glacier

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Among the many scenic gems on Alaska’s southeast coastline, Hubbard Glacier is the most dramatic. Comprised of the longest river of ice in North America, beginning in Canada and flowing 76 miles to Russell Fjord, the glacier itself originates at Mount Logan, North America’s second-tallest mountain. And, while 95% of the world’s glaciers are retreating, Hubbard Glacier is still advancing.

As the largest advancing tidewater glacier in North America, Hubbard Glacier’s terminal face is the dramatic end of a process that began 450 years ago as snowfall on the slopes of Mount Logan. The blue wall of ice rises 350 feet above the waterline and extends 250 feet below the sea. Movement of up to 36 feet every day results in daily calving—breathtaking moments where ice cleaves off the wall, and can be the size of ten story buildings.

With calving occurring on a daily basis, Hubbard Glacier offers the best opportunity to observe glacial processes as they unfold—a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience. Your captain will slowly turn your ship into Yakutat Bay, navigating the awe-inspiring wall of ice. Enjoy incredible picture-perfect views from just about anywhere on the ship as our dedicated onboard Naturalist narrates the experience and keeps an eye out for the whales, harbor seals, and otters that hunt in the bay’s waters. With its dramatic and massive 7-mile-wide face, and ever-changing wall of ice, Hubbard Glacier lives long in the memory of any visit to Alaska

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Celebrity Cruises, Alaska Hubbard Glacier from Vancouver, 8 September, 2024

Cruising from: Vancouver, British Columbia ;

Departure Date: 8 September, 2024 ;

Cruise Line: Celebrity Cruises ;

Cruise Ship: Celebrity Solstice ;

Duration: 7 days ;

Ports of Call: Vancouver, Inside Passage, Icy Strait, Hubbard Glacier, Juneau, Ketchikan, Inside Passage, Vancouver ;

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Day 0 vancouver, british columbia.

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Experience wildlife, wilderness, and native culture on this Alaska cruise with Celebrity Cruises. Visit Vancouver, Inside Passage, Icy Strait, Hubbard Glacier, Juneau, Ketchikan, Inside Passage, Vancouver. Celebrity Solstice leaving Vancouver, British Columbia, for 7 days from 8 September, 2024.

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Hubbard Glacier vs Dawes Glacier Cruise on Celebrity

By Iteach 38 , August 23, 2019 in Celebrity Cruises

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Hello.  We are planning an Alaskan cruise with my daughter, her husband, and their 7 year old son.  We are trying to decide on  Hubbard Glacier which is round trip from Vancouver or Dawes Glacier Cruise, round trip from Seattle.  We all live on the west coast of the US so air is not a consideration.  Also we will be going on Celebrity.  Any suggestions on which on would be most appreciated.

Also, for a round trip does it matter which side of the ship we choose?  We are going through the Inside Passage.

Again thank you for any help.

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Sailing from Vancouver is lovely and it includes more inside passage time.  Hubbard Glacier is huge.  However, it can have it's own weather system including low ceilings and fog.  I am not familiar with Dawes Glacier.  The most amazing for us is Glacier Bay but Celebrity does not approval to sail there.  That could change.  For us, we love Vancouver and more truly inside passage cruising.  Have sailed both port and starboard. We like sun in the afternoon on the balcony so we choose based on how many days provide that. Whatever you choose, Alaska is amazing.

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We've done both on Celebrity, and honestly I can't choose a favorite!   But, I do like Vancouver much better than Seattle.  We were just on the Eclipse out of Vancouver  a couple of weeks ago.  I'd choose based on the ports of call vs. the glacier.  Sailing to the glaciers is really cool and very exciting, however its just a few hours out of your cruise.   When we went on the Solstice out of Seattle, we went to Skagway, Ketchikan, Juneau, and Victoria Island.   The one we just did out of Vancouver went to Sitka, Ketchikan, and Juneau.   Skagway has the White Pass and Yukon Route railroad, which is one of my favorite excursions I've ever done, and since you will have a kid with you, would be fun.  However, you can't go wrong with either itinerary. 

Thank you.  They have taken out Sitka and put in Icy Strait Point on the Vancouver sailing.  I would really like to go out of Vancouver, but am torn about missing the train in Skagway.  

Also, does it matter which side of the ship you are on for the scenery?

cachouonacruise

We have done an Alaska cruise on X out of Vancouver on the Infinity. 

Very impressive experience! Hubbard Glacier was phenomenal, but I have to say that the weather was absolutely perfect for us: Beautiful Sunny day, high cloud ceiling. We could see the top of the mountains, the top of the glacier, the blue skies and floating melted glacier pieces. The Infinity did a 360 in front of the glacier and the helipad was open, so the side of your stateroom did not really matter. It was easy to observe the Glaciers’s calving (and to hear it) from multiples areas of the ship. Very impressive moments of observation of nature in action! 

During this trip, I have learned that Alaska is home to the second largest rain forest. For the locals, four days without rain is a draught.  

Regarding Icy Straight Point. Our experience there was really nice! When the ship arrived in the harbour, humpback whales were present to welcome us. Furthermore, during our excursion, we were fortunate enough to see a brown Pacific Coastal Bear and the famous White Spirit Bear. Adding to our experience was the observation of Bald Eagles. Observing nature and wildlife was the main objective of our trip, and it was fulfilled! 

All that to say that we really enjoyed our experience and were very fortunate to enjoy nice weather for the whole week! (I have unfortunately not seen Dawes Glacier, so I can’t compare).

In my opinion, Alaska is beautiful! I don’t believe it is possible to make a bad choice. Enjoy your cruise! 

Have been to both, Dawes is fantastic if you can get to it. Seems there is one cruise each season where the ship can’t get close enough to see it. We were on that cruise in May. Hubbard is amazing as well. I always suggest RT Vancouver if it is feasible . You will see more of the inside passage where Solstice from Seattle does a good portion of the inside passage at night. Vancouver is also an amazing city, worth spending a couple of days. Which ever you choose, Im sure you will love Alaska!

I was on the Millennium in late May and did a back-to-back (two weeks) from and returning to Vancouver. I had heard that Vancouver was preferable for both scenery and avoiding seasickness. I have read that Seattle can be a bit rocky. Flights were significantly more expensive to Vancouver, however, and I had quite a wait though immigration/customs. 

Anyhoo, I was at Hubbard twice and it was fantastic. The calving was unlike anything I had experienced. It’s almost magical, and Hubbard calves almost constantly. Now, everyone is correct about the weather. On the way to Seward, the weather was amazing. On the way back, it was okay, but we were in danger of being fogged in. I did an excursion that took us up even closer to the glacier, and, while pricey, it gave a very different perspective. It was the first time they had offered that excursion, so we were guinea pigs. 

Captain Theo was fantastic—as was the entire crew on the ship. I was traveling solo and they all treated me like family. I still keep in touch with a couple of them. Many people do the Vancouver to Seward itinerary and fly home from Anchorage after visiting Denali. 

Whatever you decide, you’ll have an AMAZING time. 

My preferences are in descending order:

1) Vancouver to Seward (or reverse)

2) Vancouver RT

3) Seattle RT

 I prefer Vancouver over Seattle because the ship sails the Inland Passage between Vancouver Island and the mainland. The scenery is great and the water is smooth. In contrast, Seattle RTs head out though the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the open Pacific and then sail offshore on open waters up to Ketchikan. There is no scenery on this stretch because the ship is too far from land. They repeat this on the way back.

Of the two Vancouver options, I prefer 1) because you don't spend time backtracking to Vancouver. You get more time in Alaska on a one way cruise. The prices are generally lower too, offsetting some/all of the cost of flying to Anchorage.

1 minute ago, Mercruiser said: My preferences are in descending order: 1) Vancouver to Seward (or reverse) 2) Vancouver RT 3) Seattle RT  I prefer Vancouver over Seattle because the ship sails the Inland Passage between Vancouver Island and the mainland. The scenery is great and the water is smooth. In contrast, Seattle RTs head out though the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the open Pacific and then sail offshore on open waters up to Ketchikan. There is no scenery on this stretch because the ship is too far from land. They repeat this on the way back.   Of the two Vancouver options, I prefer 1) because you don't spend time backtracking to Vancouver. You get more time in Alaska on a one way cruise. The prices are generally lower too, offsetting some/all of the cost of flying to Anchorage. The car/train trip between Anchorage and Seward is some of the most spectacular scenery in America. We have seen bears and moose by the highway both times.

sandseeker3

Here's a really helpful resource written by my favorite cruise writer:  https://profcruise.com/alaska-which-glacier-is-best/  It sounds like Vancouver is best in terms of calmest seas and seeing the most scenery.  

phoenix_dream

Vancouver definitely wins as regards scenery and seas, although we have sailed out of Seattle several times with little wave action.  The more time in the inside passage the better IMHO.  We also really love to visit Vancouver - a lovely city (just don't rent a car - horrible traffic!)  I don't think it really matters which side of the ship you are on - in particular during the Inside Passage portion there are views on either side.  Sometimes one side is preferable for docking purposed, but we have sailed to Alaska at least 7 times and the ships we have been on do not always dock facing the same way so I don't think there is a guarantee on that.

We have seen Hubbard Glacier several times, and each was amazing.  Have never seen the other you mention.

It is very unfortunate that they have taken our Sitka as that is one of our favorite ports, and one on which Celebrity rarely calls.  That said, we also like Icy Strait Point a lot.  Last time we were sitting on our balcony and saw a number of whales swimming and breaching right off the side of the ship!!  We had a better view than those who paid lots of $$ to go on the whale watching trips!  That doesn't happen every cruise of course, but each time we have been there (probably 5 or more) we have seen some humpback whales from the shore, and one time some orcas.  Amazing!  

I want to thank you all for the wonderful information and suggestions.  We will be going out of Vancouver to Hubbard Glacier.  

The people on Cruise Critic are the best!  So helpful and so willing to give of their time and expertise.

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Our TA says the port side is always best because the ship will berth facing land on the port side. I say who cares? You're in Alaska!

42 minutes ago, Schlepporello said: Our TA says the port side is always best because the ship will berth facing land on the port side. I say who cares? You're in Alaska!

Respectfully, you need a new TA asap!!  "Port side" is the LEFT side of a ship, and does not refer to "seeing the port while docked." A ship can dock on either side, in any direction, or be anchored in any given port.

20 minutes ago, julia said: Respectfully, you need a new TA asap!!  "Port side" is the LEFT side of a ship, and does not refer to "seeing the port while docked." A ship can dock on either side, in any direction, or be anchored in any given port.

I am well aware of this. And I have experienced being docked on both sides. Advice like this, when it concerns Alaska, means little to me because "You're in Alaska!" And as for finding a new TA, naw. It ain't gonna happen. On everything else, she goes above and beyond what she needs to do to help us out.

I'm thinking we have done the Alaska cruise 5 times out of Seattle. Hubbard Glacier is our favorite. We are planning to do the Alaska cruise again in 2021 with friends from the UK. I'm wanting to stop at Icy Strait Point to do the zip-lining.

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Vancouver, a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia, is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. A popular filming location, it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Vancouver Art Gallery is known for its works by regional artists, while the Museum of Anthropology houses preeminent First Nations collections.

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Stretching over 90 miles long and covering over 1,350 square miles in area, Hubbard Glacier is the largest tidewater glacier in North America. It is also one of the most impressive, a 300-foot wall of ice rising sheer and jagged from the ocean. You may hear the rumble and see the monumental splash as the glacier severs into great ice chunks, known as "calves."

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• Interactive television system
• Individual safe
• Dual-voltage 110/220V AC
• Mini-fridge*
• Twice daily housekeeping service
• Our signature friendly personalized service with a guest ratio of nearly 2:1
• Laundry service*
• Complimentary beach towel service
• Fresh ice delivered to stateroom upon request
• Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a variety of restaurants
• 24-hour room service†

Prime Inside (Category: I1)

Guarantee - inside (category: z).

Category: Z This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Enjoy a view of the sea with spacious staterooms that feature a sofa and a flat screen TV.

Ocean View (Category: O2)

• Expansive view of the ocean
• King-sized mattress**

Prime Ocean View (Category: O1)

Guarantee - oceanview (category: y).

Category: Y This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Staterooms feature a spacious balcony. Select categories include AquaClass® or Concierge Class.

Veranda (partial view) (Category: V3)

• Celebrity Shopping bag
• Private veranda opens up to outdoor seating
• Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors.
• King-sized mattress** (Single Infinite Veranda has Queen-size bed)
• Celebrity eXhale® bedding
• In-room Automation on Edge Series
• Our signature friendly, personalized service with a guest to staff ratio of nearly 2:1
• Complimentary breakfast, lunch, and dinner available in a variety of restaurants

Veranda (Category: V2)

Prime veranda (category: v1), deluxe veranda (category: dv), sunset veranda (category: sv).

Ultra Deluxe Veranda (Category: UV)

Concierge class (category: c2).

• Exclusive Welcome Aboard Concierge Class Lunch
• 1 bottle of Sparkling Wine per cruise upon request
• Daily delectable delights
• Pillow selection upon request
• Use of umbrella and binoculars
• Celebrity embossed key holder
• eXhale® bedding
• Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
• Sitting area with sofa
• Veranda with lounge seating
• Personalized Concierge service
• Exclusive Destination Seminar
• Complimentary shoeshine service
• Main & specialty restaurant seating time preference upon availability
• Exclusive Welcome Aboard Lunch on boarding day in the main dining room. Choose the earliest check-in times so you don't miss your welcome aboard Concierge Class lunch. (Welcome lunch times may vary by ship and itinerary.)

Prime Concierge Class (Category: C1)

Sunset concierge class (category: sc), prime aquaclass (category: a1).

• Unlimited access to the Adults-Only Sea Thermal Suite
• Dedicated Spa Concierge: Personal Consultation
• Priority Spa Reservations
• Complimentary fitness classes (Offering varies by cruise length. Learn more)
• Exclusive spa treatment package discounts*
• 2 Bottled waters in-room: daily
• 2 Yoga mats
• In-room fitness amenities menu
• Eco-friendly natural ingredients shower amenities
• 100% Cotton bathrobes, slippers, towels
• Welcome bottle of sparkling wine (upon request)
• Complimentary use of umbrella and binoculars
• AquaClass Exclusive Restaurant: Blu
• Expanded room service breakfast menu available†
• Floor-to-ceiling sliding-glass doors
• Exclusive eXhale® bedding
• Plentiful storage space
• Spacious sitting area with sofa
• Enhanced air filtration system

AquaClass (Category: A2)

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Category: XC This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Guarantee - Aqua Class (Category: XA)

Category: XA This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Guarantee - Balcony (Category: X)

Category: X This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

Suites feature European-style butler services, priority check-in and debarkation, seating preferences and much more.

Sky Suite (Category: S1)

• Sq ft: 254-362 interior / 57-102 terrace
• Exclusive eXhale ® bedding
• King-sized mattress (bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed)
• Trundle bed in some suites
• Daily delivery of afternoon savories upon request
• Afternoon tea event hosted in The Retreat Lounge
• Complimentary 24-hour room service
• Complimentary shoe shine service

Sunset Sky Suite (Category: SS)

Aquaclass sky suite (category: as).

• Sq ft: 254 - 319 interior / 57 - 79 veranda
• Spacious veranda
• Suite Automation (Available on Edge Series)
• Exclusive access to The Retreat
• Unlimited access to the Adults-Only SEA Thermal Suite on Edge Series
• Unlimited access to the Adults-Only Persian Garden on Millennium and Solstice Series
• 2 Yoga mats & In-room fitness amenities
• Full In-Suite Menu (Breakfast and Dinner) featuring clean cuisine from Blu

Celebrity Suite (Category: CS)

• Interior 394-498 sq.ft / terrace 51-105 sq.ft
• King-sized mattress (bed as large or larger than average standard international king-size bed)
• Daily delivery of afternoon savories
• Complimentary use of golf umbrella and binoculars

Royal Suite (Category: RS)

• Sq ft: 562-687 interior / 72-195 terrace
• Floor-to-ceiling windows
• One bedroom, one full bathroom (and a half bathroom on Edge Series ships)
• Exclusive eXhale® bedding, featuring our king-size Cashmere Mattress*
• Veranda with lounge seating (whirlpool tub on Solstice Series and Millennium Series ships)
• Primary bathroom with whirlpool tub and dual sinks on select ships
• Generous storage space
• Complimentary bottled water, soda, and beer stocked daily
• Unlimited lunch and dinner in all specialty restaurants
• Two complimentary bottles of premium spirits
• VIP canapés
• Complimentary laundry and pressing service
• Complimentary Extend Your Stay in participating debarkation ports
• Priority luggage delivery

Penthouse Suite (Category: PS)

• 1-2 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• Sq ft: 1291-1432 interior / 197-1098 terrace
• Spacious layout with a dining table that seats eight and separate sitting area
• Two bedrooms on Edge® Series ships, one bedroom on other ships, and two full bathrooms
• Exclusive eXhale® bedding, featuring king-sized mattresses*
• Private whirlpool tub with views
• Marble primary bathroom with whirlpool tub and dual sinks
• Walk-in closet with generous storage space

Guarantee - Suite (Category: W)

Category: W This category can be booked for a special rate, guaranteed to you. Please note that the category is not associated at the time of booking with a specific stateroom, deck, bedding configuration or other particular settings. The assignment of an actual cabin will be performed during your check-in. The cabin can be anywhere on the ship.

• Ship Name: Celebrity Solstice
• Year Entered Present Fleet: 2008
• Ship Class: Solstice
• Maximum Capacity: 3,145
• Number of Passenger Decks: 13
• Number of Crew: 1,246
• Officers' Nationality: Greek
• Ocean-View without Balcony: 70
• Ocean-View with Balcony: 1,150
• Total Inside Staterooms: 140
• Tonnage (GRT): 122,000
• Capacity Based on Double Occupancy: 2,850
• Country of Registry: Malta
• Total Staterooms: 1,426
• Suites with Balcony: 66
• Crew/Hotel Staff Nationality: International

Available Dates & Prices

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*Price shown is per person based on double occupancy and is valid for select stateroom categories only. Click on the Terms & Conditions link below for details.

†One Digital Costco Shop Card per room/stateroom, per stay. The exact amount of the Digital Costco Shop Card will be calculated during the booking process. The Digital Costco Shop Card promotion is nontransferable and may not be combined with any other promotion. A Digital Costco Shop Card will arrive by email approximately 10 days after the start of your cruise. Click on the Terms & Conditions link below for additional information.

Ship's registry: Malta

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This booking includes a Digital Costco Shop Card which will arrive by email one to two weeks after you return from your vacation. The Digital Costco Shop Card is a convenient payment option in our warehouses and on Costco.com.

Ship Rating

An outstanding luxury cruise experience with an exceptional level of attention to detail. Expect superb service from all levels of officers and staff.

A very good quality all-around cruise experience aboard a ship that offers a range of facilities and services.

A decent, unpretentious cruise experience, with a moderate amount of space and quality in furnishing and fittings.

A modest quality cruise experience with less attention to detail and service.

Expect a very basic cruise experience with minimal attention to service, hospitality and finesse.

Offers some, but not all, of the amenities and services associated with the next highest star rating.

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Hubbard Glacier, AK

While most of the world's glaciers are receding, North America's largest tidewater glacier is advancing. At 76 miles long and 7 miles wide, Hubbard Glacier presents a majestic sight for passengers cruising across Yakutat Bay on the Alaskan panhandle. One of the behemoth's most impressive stunts is the same reason ships must keep a safe distance from the spot where it occupies Disenchantment Bay: The glacier calves frequently, meaning that large chunks of ice break off from its face and plunge into the water below, creating icebergs. In addition to witnessing this spectacle of nature, keen eyes also can catch glimpses of the area's wildlife, which includes harbor seals, orcas and humpback whales.

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Cruise to Hubbard Glacier (Cruising)

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Hubbard Glacier Cruise Guide

Hubbard Glacier is by far one of Alaska’s most exciting natural treasures. On a Hubbard Glacier cruise, you’ll experience picture-perfect views of this glorious mount of ice from every angle on board one of our luxury cruise ships.

On an Alaska cruise to Hubbard Glacier, witness stunning icy landscapes as your ship makes its way through frigid waters, turning from Yakutat Bay into the narrow Disenchantment Bay to come face-to-face with the towering Hubbard Glacier. The strong currents and riptides that flow between Gilbert Point and the face of the glacier cause calving to occur on a daily basis, sending massive chunks of ice crashing into Disenchantment Bay.

Witness this awe-inspiring phenomenon through the misty, chilled air of the Gulf of Alaska. Our dedicated onboard naturalist narrates the experience and helps you spot the whales, harbor seals, and otters that hunt and play in the waters of Disenchantment Bay. It’s an adventure of a lifetime.

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Hubbard glacier.

Dramatically massive at about 7 miles wide, 76 miles long and as tall as a 30-story building above the waterline, it’s the largest tidewater glacier in North America. While most of the world’s glaciers are retreating, Hubbard Glacier has continued to thicken over the years.

Glacier Calving

Hubbard Glacier is a calving glacier, meaning large chunks of ice break off from the side and fall into the water below, thus creating icebergs. It is a spectacular and powerful sight to see, with some of the pieces being as tall as a three-story building.

Alaskan Wildlife

Spotting wildlife is a thrilling possibility while at Hubbard Glacier. You might see whales breaching in the waters around the glacier, or view sea lions lounging on icebergs. Sea birds often circle the glacier, looking for fish.

Learn More About Alaska Shore Excursions

Top things to do at hubbard glacier, embark on a wilderness exploration tour.

While you’ll experience incredible views of Hubbard Glacier from your cruise ship, you can get even closer to this natural wonder on a shallow-draft vessel. Navigate through an icy labyrinth of towering icebergs, and marvel at the glacier’s extraordinary calving displays and native wildlife.

Wake up Early

Enjoy both the journey to the glacier and your time near it by getting up early on your Hubbard Glacier cruising day. If you won’t be admiring the view from your own private veranda, you’ll get to choose a prime viewing spot on one of the decks or lounges by getting there early.

Listen to the Naturalist

While at Hubbard Glacier, spend some of your time indoors so you can listen to the onboard naturalist describe what you’re seeing. The narration will be broadcast over the speakers in common areas, and you can turn on a channel to hear it through your stateroom’s TV.

Get a Veranda Stateroom

To take full advantage of all the views and wildlife you can see from the ship during your day sailing alongside Hubbard Glacier (and the rest of Alaska), book one of the coveted veranda staterooms or suites so you’re always just a couple of steps away from incredible views.

History of Hubbard Glacier

Named after Gardiner Hubbard, the founder and president of the National Geographic Society, Hubbard Glacier is the longest tidewater glacier in the world. It’s located about 200 miles northwest of Alaska’s capital city of Juneau. Unlike most glaciers, which are receding, Hubbard Glacier is advancing into Disenchantment Bay, giving it the nickname of the galloping glacier. This constant movement (which is extremely slow and not noticeable to the human eye) is what contributes to the regular calving of Hubbard Glacier.

Before it calves, the ice can be more than 400 years old! Keep that in mind as you’re marveling at the face of the glacier and witnessing part of its journey.

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Hubbard Glacier is by far one of Alaska’s most exciting natural treasures. On a Hubbard Glacier cruise, you’ll experience picture-perfect views of this glorious mount of ice from every angle on board one of our cruise ships.

On an Alaska cruise to Hubbard Glacier, witness stunning icy landscapes as your ship makes its way through frigid waters, turning from Yakutat Bay into the narrow Disenchantment Bay to come face-to-face with the towering Hubbard Glacier. The strong currents and riptides that flow between Gilbert Point and the face of the glacier cause calving to occur on a daily basis, sending massive chunks of ice crashing into Disenchantment Bay.

Witness this awe-inspiring phenomenon through the misty, chilled air of the Gulf of Alaska. Our dedicated onboard naturalist narrates the experience and helps you spot the whales, harbor seals, and otters that hunt and play in the waters of Disenchantment Bay. It’s an adventure of a lifetime.

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Hubbard glacier.

Dramatically massive at about 7 miles wide, 76 miles long and as tall as a 30-story building above the waterline, it’s the largest tidewater glacier in North America. While most of the world’s glaciers are retreating, Hubbard Glacier has continued to thicken over the years.

Glacier Calving

Hubbard Glacier is a calving glacier, meaning large chunks of ice break off from the side and fall into the water below, thus creating icebergs. It is a spectacular and powerful sight to see, with some of the pieces being as tall as a three-story building.

Alaskan Wildlife

Spotting wildlife is a thrilling possibility while at Hubbard Glacier. You might see whales breaching in the waters around the glacier, or view sea lions lounging on icebergs. Sea birds often circle the glacier, looking for fish.

Learn More About Alaska Shore Excursions

Top things to do at hubbard glacier, embark on a wilderness exploration tour.

While you’ll experience incredible views of Hubbard Glacier from your cruise ship, you can get even closer to this natural wonder on a shallow-draft vessel. Navigate through an icy labyrinth of towering icebergs, and marvel at the glacier’s extraordinary calving displays and native wildlife.

Wake up Early

Enjoy both the journey to the glacier and your time near it by getting up early on your Hubbard Glacier cruising day. If you won’t be admiring the view from your own private veranda, you’ll get to choose a prime viewing spot on one of the decks or lounges by getting there early.

Listen to the Naturalist

While at Hubbard Glacier, spend some of your time indoors so you can listen to the onboard naturalist describe what you’re seeing. The narration will be broadcast over the speakers in common areas, and you can turn on a channel to hear it through your stateroom’s TV.

Get a Veranda Stateroom

To take full advantage of all the views and wildlife you can see from the ship during your day sailing alongside Hubbard Glacier (and the rest of Alaska), book one of the coveted veranda staterooms or suites so you’re always just a couple of steps away from incredible views.

History of Hubbard Glacier

Named after Gardiner Hubbard, the founder and president of the National Geographic Society, Hubbard Glacier is the longest tidewater glacier in the world. It’s located about 200 miles northwest of Alaska’s capital city of Juneau. Unlike most glaciers, which are receding, Hubbard Glacier is advancing into Disenchantment Bay, giving it the nickname of the galloping glacier. This constant movement (which is extremely slow and not noticeable to the human eye) is what contributes to the regular calving of Hubbard Glacier.

Before it calves, the ice can be more than 400 years old! Keep that in mind as you’re marveling at the face of the glacier and witnessing part of its journey.

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