The Wildlife Conservation Center is about 1 hour from Anchorage. Our guide (Francisco) made stops on the way there and back. The stops were tailored to what we were interested in.
In addition to the stops, once at the Wildlife Conservation Center, we were on our own to explore, approximately 1.5 - 2 hours. Francisco did give us several options. 1) he parks in the parking lot and we explore on our own and meet him back in the parking lot. 2) we explore on our own, but he follows along in his car, in case we need a ride. 3) explore on our own, and call him when we were ready to have him meet us.
This is tailored to how much or little you were interested/able to walk.
On the way back, we asked for dinner recommendations. Once we decided on a restaurant (Altura), we asked him to drop us off there. It was a restaurant that was popular among locals, not a touristy spot. We thoroughly enjoyed the vibe and the food.
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JOSE_C
August 4, 2026 · via Viator
Highly recommended tour!!!
Excellent, our guide Martin was very attentive and told us a lot about the nature and life of Alaska, he is a cultured and very attentive person.
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rpwilken
July 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best VIP tour ever!
This was an excellent VIP Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center tour & well worth the cost which included pick up & drop off at our hotel in Anchorage. There were many stops along the way & our tour guide, Martin Escobedo, was outstanding with his wealth of knowledge of the state of Alaska plus every stop along the way. This was the best VIP tour I’ve experienced in my 60+ years. I would recommend it to everyone!
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Isander_N
June 26, 2026 · via Viator
Exceptional tour just do it
Lot of details of Alaska on the way to the Sanctuary, very knowledgeable and great personality. All in the family liked him very much. He took care of every single detail. Thanks for a great experience!!!
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James_C
June 25, 2026 · via Viator
Our tour guide was great....
Our tour guide was great. He knew the history of Alaska, where the best foto shots are and very experienced with the wildlife. We had a great time
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Kathryn_L
June 23, 2026 · via Viator
Alaska in a ride
Martin was our guide and he was wonderful. Told us alot about Alaska on the way. He helped my mum get to see the animals as she has troubles walking. Nothing was to much trouble. Loved seeing all the animals.
Thankyou
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Gregory T
June 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Finally some Alaskan wildlife
Great experience, absolutely tailored to our questions and curiosities. Martin has 33 years of Alaskan living to aid his stories and guide us through the afternoon. He was a delight. We booked this because our cruise ship encountered so few animals that we were lamenting leaving Alaska without really seeing a bear or moose. The conservation center did not disappoint us. We got up close to moose, black and brown bears, foxes and more. We made it to a couple other stops on the way adding to the fun and memories.
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Jennifer_M
June 14, 2026 · via Viator
Wonderful experience!
We had a wonderful time! Our guide Martin was very knowledgeable and funny, and he made sure that we saw everything we wanted to see, and did not rush us. My husband has mobility issues, and he was able to limit the walking that my husband had to do as well, which I appreciated.
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Richard_B
September 7, 2025 · via Viator
Martin B is an awesome guide
The Wildlife Center is a great place to visit and our guide Martin really made it a special experience. He is knowledgeable and fun to spend the day with. He tells you about more than just the Center but also what you are seeing around you. Easy to talk with and enjoy your time.
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Robert_D
August 31, 2025 · via Viator
My wife and I did the VIP...
My wife and I did the VIP tour of the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) with Martin, and we had a great time. Martin taught us a lot about Alaska, the Anchorage area, Turnagain Arm and the AWCC. The tour was educational and entertaining, we certainly would recommend Martin and the tour.