Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise from Seward

Overview

Hop aboard one of Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruises, and take an extraordinary six-hour journey through Kenai Fjords National Park. This must-do tour from Seward offers the chance to view whales, birds and other wildlife as you cruise past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords. You’ll visit seabird rookeries in the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy lunch as you listen to onboard commentary from the captain!

City: Seward

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $190.85

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $190.85

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What's Included

On-board wildlife guide

6-hour sightseeing cruise

Lunch

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately; layers are recommended
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, binoculars and camera recommended
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Kenai Fjords National Park

In Kenai Fjords National Park, over half of the landmass is covered by the enormous Harding Icefield, a thousand-foot block of ice that dates back to the last Ice Age. The Harding spills out in all directions in the form of glaciers. Some stretch northwest into rugged hills of the Kenai Peninsula. Others—five of them, to be exact—reach as far as the sea along the craggy coast of the Gulf of Alaska.

Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge

Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge is comprised of 2,400 islands, headlands, rocks, islets, spires and reefs and is known for its abundance of seabirds.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (500)

Jeff C

Jun 2018

If you want to see whales and glaciers up close and drink a Jack Daniels with an ice shard from the glacier, take this tour. You also get a Salmon and Beef dinner at Fox Island. Don't forget to wear long undies and take a rainproof hoodie. It's cold by the glacier.

Cathy P

Jun 2018

We signed up for the 6 hr tour and honestly I was a bit apprehensive since I tend to get seasick. We set off and were served lunch of a chicken wrap, chips and a granola bar. A few other snacks and drinks were available for sale on the boat. We also got a warm chocolate chip cookie on the way back! The seas did get very rough when we hit the Gulf going out. Several people were not feeling great! The crew was amazing and checking on everyone and giving tips on how to feel better. Once we got into the inlet, the seas calmed down and thankfully it was pretty smooth sailing the rest of the day. We spent quite a bit of time at the Aialik glacier and got to see a few pieces break off. One of the crew even fished out some ice chunks from the water for us to hold and observe. On the way back, we saw a couple of humpback whales feeding, sea lions, seals, a bald eagle, puffins and other birds. Although it was a little rough going out, this trip was definitely worth it! I would suggest bringing binoculars for better viewing of animals. It also gets pretty cold out on the water, so a jacket and gloves are nice to have.

aefischer

Jun 2018

We were lucky. The weather was perfect for our cruise - sunny and a reasonable temperature. Plus, our 6-hour cruise had been upgraded to a double-hull craft because the owner's family was aboard. So from the start, it had to be a good day! Our captain did an excellent job from the moment he greeted us in the main cabin to the time when he waved us goodbye. He was informative, funny, and attentive. The other staff were equally as good. Before we had gotten even 10 minutes into the trip, we saw orcas chasing Dall porpoise. The chase went on for several minutes, but the orcas were unsuccessful. But we still saw some amazing moves from the large creatures. Our excellent wildlife spottings continued throughout the day: more orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, seals, murres, and the list goes on. Each time, the captain stopped/slowed the boat so we could get a good look, and he educated us about what we were seeing. We spent about thirty minutes in front of Aialik Glacier. Initially, that sounded like too much time, but it was just right. Being able to spend that much time there meant we could see, and hear, parts of the glacier fall into the water, watch the wildlife move about, and get a sense of the enormity of the glacier. After seeing the glacier, we headed back to port. The provided lunch was good: chicken wrap with fresh greens, Alaskan potato chips, and a granola bar. I was impressed that the wrap felt fresh - not soggy. And shortly before we arrived back in Seward, we each had a warm chocolate chip cookie! For me, a six-hour cruise was just right. We had plenty of time to see wildlife and the glacier. And then we had the afternoon for other activities.