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Disney Cruise to Alaska: Complete Planning Guide for 2025

Everything you need to plan a Disney Alaska cruise including best months to sail, excursion recommendations, what to pack, and wildlife viewing tips.

A Disney Alaska cruise combines stunning natural beauty with family-friendly magic. Sailing aboard Disney Wonder through the Inside Passage offers glacier views, wildlife encounters, and unique port experiences you won't find elsewhere.

2025 Alaska Season Overview

  • Ship: Disney Wonder sails all Alaska itineraries
  • Season: May through September
  • Departure ports: Vancouver, BC
  • Cruise length: 7-night voyages
  • Ports: Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, Tracy Arm Fjord

Best Excursions

  • Mendenhall Glacier Helicopter Tour (Juneau)
  • White Pass Scenic Railway (Skagway)
  • Whale watching tours (available in multiple ports)
  • Dog sledding on glacier (Juneau)
  • Totem Poles and Rainforest (Ketchikan)
  • Tracy Arm Fjord scenic cruising (included)

What to Pack for Alaska

  • Layered clothing (temperatures vary dramatically)
  • Waterproof rain jacket with hood
  • Binoculars for wildlife viewing
  • Warm gloves and hats for glacier viewing
  • Waterproof hiking boots
  • Camera with zoom lens

Wildlife Viewing Tips

  • Watch for whales from the upper decks
  • Dawn and dusk are best for wildlife spotting
  • Tracy Arm Fjord offers glacier calving and seals
  • Bear viewing excursions available in some ports
  • Bald eagles are common near Juneau