Prince William Sound
Gaze upon huge glaciers descending from the Chugach Mountains, then watch whales and orcas in the fjords of Prince William Sound.
Prince William Sound is a place as majestic as its name, encompassing 10,000 square miles of protected glaciers, inlets, islands and fjords surrounded by towering mountains and lush temperate rainforest.
An unforgettable highlight of this region is watching huge chunks of ice crash from glaciers into the deep blue waters. The most famous is the immense Columbia Glacier, which has unfortunately been retreating since the 1980's due to climate change.
The rugged coastline and surrounding temperate rainforests of Chugach National Forest are home to black bears, moose, Dall sheep and more than 200 bird species, while the bays and fjords are inhabited by humpback whales, orcas, otters, sea lions and seals.
Whittier and Valdez are the best bases to explore the marine parks of Prince William Sound on day cruises or kayaking excursions. Whittier is accessible from Anchorage by road through the longest tunnel in North America.
There are some fantastic hikes around Whittier, including the two-mile Horsetail Falls and the spectacular Portage Glacier. Another highlight is the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center with 200 acres inhabited by rescued animals including brown bears, moose, bison and wolves.
Valdez’s harbour is particularly picturesque and the town has several interesting museums on both indigenous and Gold Rush history.
Creating tailor-made Holidays for 40 years
Things to do in Prince William Sound
Explore a wide range of activities, excursions and one-of-a-kind experiences in Prince William Sound, tried and tested personally by our travel experts.
Places to Stay in Prince William Sound
Browse our unrivalled portfolio of accommodation in Prince William Sound. Every option has been carefully chosen by our team of travel experts.
About Us
Brought to you by Journey Latin America, the team behind the UK's No.1 Specialist in travel to Central and South America, Journeyscape is a collection of inspiring, authentic and extraordinary journeys delivered with exceptional customer service across the USA and Canada.
Learn more
Holiday Styles
Centred around Canada and the USA's most unforgettable experiences and unique activities, our holiday styles cater to every interest.
Learn more
How we travel
Whether it's a tailor-made holiday created from scratch, or a pre-designed holiday crafted by our experts, we can provide an incredible holiday experience based on your specific preferences.
Learn moreInspire
Your edit for North America inspiration
Inspired by the landscapes, culture, wildlife and cuisine of Canada and the USA, explore our entertaining range of articles, travel tips, destination guides, recipes and much more.
View Extraordinary Inspiration
Meet Our Team
Real North America Travel Experts
Why Journeyscape?
We love north america
- Up-to-the-minute knowledge underpinned by 40 years experience
- All of our Travel Experts have personal knowledge of the destination
- A passion for the region runs through all we do
Travel with Confidence
- Fully bonded and licensed
- ATOL-protected
- Book with confidence, knowing every penny is secure
- 24 hour help available at every step of your journey
The Real North America
- Our insider knowledge helps you go beyond the guidebooks
- We hand-pick hotels both for their character and services
- We'll give you authentic experiences based on your personal preferences
Journeyscape brought to you from the award-winning experts at Journey Latin America
