180 Billings St, Whittier, AK 99693

Glacier Jet Ski Adventures | Whittier, Alaska Alaska Adventure Tourism Business in Prince William SoundGlaciers - Wildlife - Personal Watercraft - Blackstone BayOwn a Truly Unique Alaska Adventure Business Opportunities like this don't come along often in Alaska. Glacier Jet Ski Adventures is an established adventure tourism business based in Whittier, Alaska, offering guided personal watercraft excursions into the spectacular waters of Prince William Sound and Blackstone Bay. This is not your typical sightseeing operation. Guests experience Alaska from the seat of a personal watercraft, traveling approximately 55 to 60 miles round trip through one of the state's most dramatic marine environments, where glaciers, waterfalls, floating ice, towering mountains, fjords, and wildlife become part of the adventure. The owners are retiring and relocating outside the country, creating an opportunity for the next owner to step into an established Alaska tourism operation with operating facilities, strategic leases, company-owned housing, equipment infrastructure, an established website and online presence, and a tourism concept that would be difficult to recreate from the ground up. Adventure Tourism Done Differently Glacier Jet Ski Adventures promotes itself as Alaska's original glacier jet ski tour, providing visitors with a completely different way to experience Prince William Sound. The approximately four-hour guided adventure departs from Whittier and travels into Blackstone Bay and surrounding glacier country. Depending on conditions and wildlife activity, guests may experience: - Tidewater and hanging glaciers - Massive waterfalls - Icebergs and floating glacier ice - Sea otters and seals - Sea lions - Eagles - Whales and other marine wildlife - Incredible mountain and fjord scenery Instead of simply viewing Alaska from a boat or through a window, guests become part of the experience. Established Tour Experience The operation has been developed to provide guests with the equipment, instruction, and professional guidance needed to explore Prince William Sound by personal watercraft. The advertised guest experience includes: - Sea-Doo personal watercraft - Professional guides - Drysuits and safety equipment - Enclosed helmets - In-helmet communication - Operating instruction and safety briefing - Guest photographs - Small-group guided adventures The company emphasizes experienced guides, quality equipment, guest safety, and responsible operation within the Prince William Sound environment. Whittier Operating Facilities The primary business facilities are located at 180 Billings Street, Whittier, Alaska 99693. The seller owns the buildings and improvements while leasing the underlying land. According to the seller, approximately eight years remain on the current land lease. The operating property includes: - Approximately 260 SF office building - 40-foot connex utilized for gear storage - Sleeping area and kitchenette within the connex - Approximately 260 SF deck connecting the office and connex - Standalone toilet and sink facility - Two company-owned 500-gallon fuel tanks Buildings Owned | Land Leased This established setup provides dedicated space for customer preparation, equipment storage, business operations, and tour support. Smitty's Cove Operational Lease The business also leases space from the Alaska Railroad at Smitty's Cove Day Use Area and Boat Launch for trailer parking while tours are underway. According to the seller, the lease was recently renewed for an additional five-year term, providing continued access to an important component of the operation. Company-Owned Whittier Housing Also included in the offering is a company-owned studio apartment located at 641 Blackstone Road, Unit 608, Whittier, Alaska 99693. The apartment provides a valuable housing option for an owner, manager, or employee in Whittier. According to the seller, the existing note associated with the apartment will be satisfied with the sale. Established Brand & Digital Presence Glacier Jet Ski Adventures has developed an established identity within Alaska's adventure tourism market. The business has an established website, online booking presence, operating history, and public guest review history. For the next owner, this means acquiring an existing tourism platform rather than starting with only an idea and attempting to build recognition from the ground up. Why Whittier & Prince William Sound? Location is fundamental to this business. Whittier is a gateway to Prince William Sound, providing direct access to glaciers, protected waterways, marine wildlife, waterfalls, mountains, and some of Alaska's most spectacular coastal scenery. The community serves visitors pursuing sightseeing, fishing, boating, kayaking, glacier viewing, and outdoor adventure. Glacier Jet Ski Adventures adds another dimension by allowing guests to personally experience this environment from the water. The location and tour concept work together to create something that would be difficult to duplicate elsewhere. Business & Growth Opportunity Today's Alaska traveler is increasingly searching for more than sightseeing. They want an experience they can remember, photograph, share, and talk about long after returning home. Glacier Jet Ski Adventures combines several of Alaska's strongest visitor attractions into one experience: Glaciers + Wildlife + Prince William Sound + Adventure + Personal Watercraft Future ownership may provide opportunities to strengthen digital marketing, develop additional tourism partnerships, expand referral relationships, create lodging and tour packages, and continue building upon the company's established position within Whittier's visitor market. Ideal Buyer This opportunity may be especially attractive to: - Alaska tourism operators - Adventure tour companies - Marine recreation businesses - Existing lodge and hospitality operators - Fishing or sightseeing companies - Personal watercraft operators - Outdoor recreation companies - Entrepreneurs entering Alaska tourism - Strategic buyers expanding an existing tourism portfolio - Owner-operators looking to combine business ownership with the Alaska lifestyle What's Included The offering is intended to provide a new owner with the infrastructure necessary to continue the operation, subject to the final asset schedule and terms of sale. Additional information regarding personal watercraft, trailers, vehicles, tour equipment, gear, furnishings, business assets, websites, booking systems, intellectual property, leases, operating rights, permits, future reservations, and other items conveying with the business will be provided to qualified prospective buyers. Financial Information Three years of profit and loss statements and tax returns are available to qualified buyers. Detailed financial information, operating records, asset information, and additional confidential business materials will be provided following completion of the appropriate Non-Disclosure Agreement and buyer qualification process. A Rare Alaska Tourism Opportunity Prince William Sound already provides the glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, wildlife, and scenery. Glacier Jet Ski Adventures provides visitors with an unforgettable way to experience it. With the current owners retiring and relocating outside the country, the next owner has an opportunity to take the helm of an established adventure tourism business supported by operating facilities, strategic leases, company-owned housing, specialized equipment infrastructure, and an established digital presence. For an entrepreneur, existing tourism operator, or strategic buyer looking for an established presence in Alaska's experience-based tourism industry, Glacier Jet Ski Adventures deserves a closer look. Request Confidential Business Information Qualified buyers are invited to contact the Listing Broker to learn more about this unique Alaska adventure tourism opportunity. Financial information and detailed business documentation are available upon completion of the required confidentiality and buyer qualification process. Glacier Jet Ski Adventures Whittier, Alaska | Prince William Sound | Blackstone Bay Adventure. Glaciers. Wildlife. Alaska. 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