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Orca Enterprises

Auke Bay, Juneau, AK 99803
(907) 789-6801
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Ranked #10 of 59 activities in Juneau
Type: Tours
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Broomfield, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We have taken whale watching tours twice with Orca, both with Captain Larry at the helm. This is very much a family business, and they treat you the same way. We called in February to book a September tour and Carol, the owner, answered the phone. She also checked us in before the cruise. The family also drives the buses... More

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

You might say this is a pre-review. Six of us have booked with Orca for a combo Whale-Glacier tour in late May based on TA reviews and other experiences. I placed three calls to Orca over a week’s time and spoke with two different gals. Both gals were such fun to talk with offering lots of information and insight of... More

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Juneau, Alaska
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

Orca is a company that gives back a lot to the community. They do an excellent job of finding whales and their boat is comfortable and fast.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2013

I lived in Alaska for nearly 10 years and have taken Orca Enterprise tours out 3 times over the years. Not only are they KNOWLEDGEABLE (finding whale EXPERTS whose life profession is to study whales is a rarity for tour guides and captains!), they're also organized, energetic, hospitable, and they consistently give a tour that results in beautiful encounters with... More

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Cedar Park
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

On a cruise during the summer we booked with Orca and could not have been more pleased with all the functions of the tour company. It was raining the day we took the trip and we never got wet all the way to the boat. Captain Larry was our captain and got us up close to Orcas and Humpbacks bubble... More

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South Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

This was our third trip with Captain Larry with Orca Enterprises. Our first was in 2005 and he never disappoints. The office ladies were so helpful since this trip involved others and there were a few changes leading up to our trip but they handled them perfectly, even took their recommendation for lunch. Always Larry and the entire Orca staff... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2012

We had heard many good things about Orca Enterprises for the whale watching so decided to book the tour, where sightings of whales were guaranteed. We were picked and brought to the launch where we boarded a roomy and stable jet boat. Good views all a round. The guide on board was very good and enthousiastic. Our captain was Mike... More

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La Grande, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2012

If you're in Juneau and you want to see whales there is only one company to go out on the water with - Orca Enterprises. We found them across the street from from the big red tramway that take you to the top of Mt. Robert's. After the ride to Auke bay we boarded a low slung purple craft -... More

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MaconMO
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2012

We booked our tour independantly of the cruise ship and saved $10.00 per person. It was easy to find, the crew were all informative, polite, and efficient. We saw a group of 6-8 whales and got some great shots on the camera in video of them "bubble feeding". Capt Larry was determined to make the day worthwhile and sought out... More

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PA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012 via mobile

Have now taken 2 whale watching tours with Orca Enterprises, one in May 2011 and one in Sept 2012. Both trips were exciting. Saw humpbacks, orcas, eagles, and seals. The boat holds abt 30 passengers, so everyone can see. The boat has big windows if you want to sit inside, or 12 people can go up top for fine viewing,... More

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