MellyBell Posted October 16, 2019 #1 Share Posted October 16, 2019 I remember people talking about this months ago but I can't find the thread. Has anyone done this excursion and was it worth the money? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo Posted October 16, 2019 #2 Share Posted October 16, 2019 (edited) https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2629547-hubbard-glacier/ Edited October 16, 2019 by Jimbo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSF Cruiser Posted October 16, 2019 #3 Share Posted October 16, 2019 We loved it and for us it was well worth the extra money. I like being closer to the water - you get a different perspective of the glacier. We got as close as the coast guard recommends - half a mile. I think our ship got that close, too. We left for the face of the glacier before our ship, and then encircled Haenke Island where we saw literally thousands of small white birds on the face of the rocks, on the water, and flying in flocks. There were maps and binoculars on the boat, hot chocolate, coffee, and small snacks (not that we were hungry!). If I go back to Hubbard Glacier, I’ll do the small boat ride again. Glaciers are one of my favorite things to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristyMisty14 Posted January 28, 2020 #4 Share Posted January 28, 2020 On 10/16/2019 at 12:52 PM, RSF Cruiser said: We loved it and for us it was well worth the extra money. I like being closer to the water - you get a different perspective of the glacier. We got as close as the coast guard recommends - half a mile. I think our ship got that close, too. We left for the face of the glacier before our ship, and then encircled Haenke Island where we saw literally thousands of small white birds on the face of the rocks, on the water, and flying in flocks. There were maps and binoculars on the boat, hot chocolate, coffee, and small snacks (not that we were hungry!). If I go back to Hubbard Glacier, I’ll do the small boat ride again. Glaciers are one of my favorite things to see. What was the name of the small boat line that came to get you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfie11 Posted January 28, 2020 #5 Share Posted January 28, 2020 1 hour ago, KristyMisty14 said: What was the name of the small boat line that came to get you? Allen Marine used the St. Theododius for this run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KristyMisty14 Posted January 30, 2020 #6 Share Posted January 30, 2020 On 1/28/2020 at 2:16 PM, wolfie11 said: Allen Marine used the St. Theododius for this run. On 1/28/2020 at 2:16 PM, wolfie11 said: Allen Marine used the St. Theododius for this run. Oh right! Allen Marine..... I think they do runs for almost all the big lines? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KansCocoa Posted January 31, 2020 #7 Share Posted January 31, 2020 We are cruising with Royal Caribbean in June 2020. I booked this excursion in July 2019, and paid $269 per person. It is now up to a whopping $407 pp!!!!!! Shows the importance of booking early, when you can! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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