Hubbard Glacier

Port Hubbard Glacier stands apart as an in-person odyssey through ice and time—the kind of experience that words, photos and videos barely convey and must be seen to be believed. Nestled along Alaska's dramatic coastline, Hubbard Glacier soars to roughly 11,000 feet at its peak, stretches nearly 76 miles in length, and spans about five miles across, a daunting canvas of blue that shifts from pure white to glacier ice blue with the light. The signature moment is the calving—ice cliffs fracture and thunder into the sea, sending towers of ice skimming the water as the ship glides in close for an unobstructed view and the deck rings with awe. Beyond the spectacle, the surrounding scenery—towering peaks, silvery haze, and coves carved by ice—offers a remote wilderness portrait that few cruise ports can rival. Onboard vessels in Alaska's fleet bring comfort to this rugged frontier: expansive observation decks and glass-walled lounges for uninterrupted views, advanced stabilization and smooth itineraries, and guest enrichment from naturalists and expedition specialists who bring the glacier to life with talks about ice formation, wildlife, and climate. Your Alaska itinerary may include other Inside Passage destinations and shore excursions that complement the Hubbard encounter—wildlife cruises, kayaking along glacier-carved coves, or visits to rustic coastal towns—yet it's the jaw-dropping ice and the sensory symphony of crack and boom that remain the true signature of this port. Wrap up warm as the cool, bracing breeze resets the pace of the journey, reminding you that you're witnessing one of the planet's most iconic ice monuments—an unforgettable Alaska experience.