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College Fjord

College Fjord · USA · 61.19, -147.80

A glacier showcase deep in Alaska's Prince William Sound. Numerous glaciers line the sound, creating a scenic cruising destination where passengers can view glaciers and icebergs up close from the ship. Ships do not disembark here; it is a highlight port of call for enjoying spectacular wilderness views from the deck.

Port highlights

A subarctic, cold oceanic climate. Even summer feels chilly, with frequent fog and rain. Warm clothing is essential.

Climate

English

Language

US dollar (USD)

Currency

June to August (summer season for Alaska cruises)

Best time to visit

Local food

N/A (scenic cruising with no disembarking, so Alaskan-style seafood and other dishes on board)

Sights

Harvard Glacier (huge glacier at the head of the bay)Yale GlacierMultiple glaciers surrounding the areaGlacier collapse (calving), drift ice and wildlife

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Monthly average high / low temperatures

-2°

-7°Jan

0°

-6°Feb

2°

-5°Mar

7°

-2°Apr

12°

2°May

16°

7°Jun

17°

9°Jul

16°

9°Aug

12°

5°Sep

7°

1°Oct

1°

-3°Nov

-1°

-5°Dec

Unit: °C · NOAA climate normals · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: CANNERY CREEK · about 24.3 km from port · Last checked: Oct 4, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices

There is no price guide because this is a scenic-cruising or pass-through point with no landing (spending is mainly onboard).

Getting there from Japan

ANC

Nearest airport

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Airport to port (approx.)

C — Two or more connections

Ease of access

About 118 km from airport to port (straight-line distance)ApproximateCalculated from OurAirports coordinates (Oct 4, 2026)

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

AlaskaMay–Sep 2027

Source: Wikipedia “College Fjord” (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Checked Jul 22, 2026

College Fjord

Port highlights

Getting there from Japan

Itineraries calling here

7-Night Alaska Cruise from Vancouver to Whittier (Anchorage)

7-Night Alaska Cruise from Vancouver to Whittier (Anchorage)

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