Minnie on Alaskan Cruise
  • On Jun 1, 2026
    Alejandro from Guanajuato Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Port Adventures such as the helicopter ride on glaciers or the dog-driven sled ride on the Mendenhall glacier are available in August and September itineraries? Where can I check the availability of those activities without having booked a Cruise yet.

    Ahoy, Alejandro! Welcome back to planDisney and thanks for sailing over with your Disney Cruise Line question.

    The Alaskan itineraries generally offer the same types of Port Adventures throughout the months of May to September, but specific offerings are always subject to vary by sailing dates. I spoke with a cast member and verified that unfortunately there is no way to view the current availability for specific Port Adventures prior to booking your cruise. Reservations for Port Adventures do not open up until your cruise balance is paid in full and your advance booking window arrives, which is determined by your Castaway Club membership level or status as a concierge guest. The advance booking window opens 75 days prior to sail date for first-time guests, but the earliest advance booking window opens 130 days prior to sail date for concierge guests. On the date of your advance booking window, you can begin booking activities at midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST).

    Because each guest’s advance booking window varies, the availability for specific Port Adventures is always changing and you will not be able to see what you can reserve until your booking window opens. There are a number of different Port Adventures in Juneau, Alaska that include visits to the Mendenhall Glacier, but the availability for particular excursions with helicopter rides or dog sledding cannot be guaranteed.

    If the opportunity to participate in specific Port Adventures is essential to your Alaskan sailing, then you may want to read the Disney Cruise Line cancellation policies prior to booking. The cancellation fees vary by timeframe, stateroom category, and length of cruise, so be sure to read the details.

    I hope you are able to get your perfect itinerary complete with Port Adventures. If you have any other questions, then feel free to reach back out to us at planDisney. Happy sailing!

    Catherine
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Meet the Panelist: Catherine, Virginia

Get ready to set sail for adventure! I’m a wife, mom to one son, and public defender, originally from Richmond, Virginia. As a Platinum Castaway Club member, I have been sailing away, savoring churro Mickey waffles, and successfully completing my Disney trivia character medallion collection aboard the Disney Cruise Line fleet. Now I’m ready to help answer all of your questions as you prepare to embark on your own journeys to where magic meets the sea. Learn More About Catherine

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