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Alaskan Cruise Packing List Must-Haves
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items A cruise to the Last Frontier is an incredible experience of wilderness and natural beauty. After 50+ cruises to Alaska, here is my Alaskan Cruise Packing List to make sure you've got what you need to keep you warm, dry, and having fun (without the e...
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Alaskan Cruise Packing List
Alaska Cruise Tips & Info
Alaskan Cruise Packing List
The weather in Alaska can go from sunny t-shirt weather to raining and hiking boots pretty quick. Here's our Alaskan Cruise Packing List to be sure to keep you happy a long the way.
These socks hold up to the elements - a must when going to the variable weather (and often rain) of Alaska.
Adventure Socks (Darn Tough!)
Packing for an Alaskan cruise is all about layers and none might be quite so important as your outer waterproof and windproof layer.
Rain Jackets and Outerlayers
You don't need full on winter boots for your Alaskan cruise, but something that will keep your feet dry and provide good traction is key. Hiking sneakers are a great in between that aren't that bulky to carry but get the job done.
Waterproof Walking Shoes | Hiking Shoes
There is nothing worse than being out on deck enjoying a glacier and needing to go back inside because you're cold. Make sure you've got a basic hat, gloves and scarf. Bonus if they're wool or waterproof.
Hats Gloves and Scarves
A basic set of compact binoculars can help you spot that whale, eagle, sea otter and more off in the distance.
Some cabins (typically suites!) include binoculars - so check what's included for you onboard before adding this to your suitcase.
Some cabins (typically suites!) include binoculars - so check what's included for you onboard before adding this to your suitcase.
Basic Compact Binoculars
Layers are key and one or two great wool sweaters will serve you well on your Alaskan cruise.
Merino Wool Knitwear
Cruise ships have pools and hot tubs, with several having enclosed pools perfect for the inclement weather of Alaska.
Swimwear
Cruising has changed a lot and while most lines still have a formal or dressy night, it's typically optional, and even then in Alaska in particular I find it's pretty toned down. Just a nice evening outfit should work great.(But, by all means bring t...
Elegant Evening wear Outfit***
Having the basics available - plus make sure to bring your medications!
Travel First Aid Kit
Bring just a few or try out their travel pack - some ships do have self-serve laundry, but otherwise these are great to just use part of a sheet and hand wash.
Laundry Detergent Sheets
How much you'll need this will depend on when you are going (June has the most daylight), which cabin type you're in, how far north you're going - and of course just how dark you like it to sleep.
Sleep Mask
Will you get seasick on your Alaskan cruise? Ships have stabilizers but depending on your sensitivity you will want to be prepared.
Sea-Band Anti-Nausea Acupressure Wristband
These handy-dandy water bottles are great for travel, folding up small when empty.
Collapsible water bottles
Alaska Cruise Tips & Info
Some tips both for packing for your Alaskan Cruise, but also on cruises to Alaska in general.
Princes provides their insights in their Alaskan cruise packing list,
Alaska Cruise Packing List from Princess Cruises
While the towns in Alaska have so much to offer - getting out on a tour can give you a real taste of this incredible place. Whether it is whale watching, helicopter or floatplane tours, glaciers, and more - Viator has you covered.
Make sure to plan enough time after arrival (and before departure!) when booking tours independently.
Make sure to plan enough time after arrival (and before departure!) when booking tours independently.
Alaska Top Tours & Activities
There are a lot of cruise options to Alaska - here's a handpicked selection of the best of the best.
Best Cruise to Alaska 2025
Every cruise line visiting this incredible National Park.
Which Cruise Lines Go to Glacier Bay in 2025? Complete List Plus Schedules
One of the consistently rated top cruise lines in Alaska with voyages ranging from 7-28 days from Seattle and Vancouver.
Holland America Alaskan Cruises
One of the top cruise lines to Alaska with cruises from California as well as Seattle and Vancouver.
Princess Cruises to Alaska
Seabourn Cruises shares their Alaskan cruise packing list.
Alaska Packing List