Prince William Sound, Alaska
A Realm of Tidewater Glaciers
Calving glaciers, sea otters, and forested fjords out of Whittier or Valdez.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Prince William Sound, Alaska.
Cruise past dozens of tidewater glaciers.
Sea otters, seals, and whales.
Kayak quiet, forested fjords.
Reached via the scenic Whittier tunnel.
Glacier country with fewer crowds.
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Prince William Sound is a glacier-lover's paradise — a maze of fjords cradling dozens of tidewater glaciers, with otters, seals, and whales in the icy water. Quieter than the famous parks, just as spectacular.
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Prince William Sound, Alaska
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
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