Alaska whale tours provide you with the opportunity to see huge whales in their native habitat. No matter which part of Alaska you visit, you are sure to find a unique whale watching tour. There are a variety of Alaska whales that can be seen on Alaska whale tours. On an Alaska whale watching tour, you will discover that although the whales are strange-looking creatures, they display some highly human qualities. Alaska whales live in family groups. They help each other in distress, and talk amongst themselves.

Each summer 15-20 humpback whales regularly feed in the water of Glacier Bay National Park. They tend to concentrate in the lower part of the bay. These Alaska whales migrate here from their winter home in Hawaii. They can be seen on Alaska whale tours of the shorelines of Southeast Alaska. If you plan to take a whale watching tour of Glacier National Park, keep in mind that special regulations go into effect during whale season. The regulations apply vessel speed limits and restrict travel routes in certain areas.

The humpbacks are the most acrobatic of the Alaska whales. They are also an endangered species. When you go whale watching in Alaska, you might see the humpbacks feeding on krill, shrimp, and various fish, including capelin.

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The Orca whales will be another highlight of your whale watching tour. These Alaska whales feed on various marine animals, including fish, sea lions, seals, porpoises, sharks, squid, and other whales. They are sometimes referred to as killer whales. Orcas like to hunt in teams. They have killed blue whales, which are the world"s largest animals. However, they have no natural enemies. These charismatic Alaska whales are considered highly intelligent and are readily trained in captivity. They are capable of swimming at 29 miles per hour.

If you are interested in an educational whale watching tour, take a look at the Intersea Foundation. This non-profit corporation conducts whale research expeditions in Southeast Alaska. They make use of the M/V Princeton Hall, which has accommodations for up to six passengers. The whale watching tour guides know the whales so well that they claim to be on a first name basis with them. Intersea Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit corporation. Part of the cost of your whale watching tour may be considered a charitable contribution.