Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier and Wildlife Tour from Seward
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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!
Your experience
Stop 1
Towering walls of rock, lush forests, tumbling glaciers and abundant wildlife await on your journey up the coast from Seward on our six unique ocean cruises. Glide past seals, sea otters and sea lions playing and sunning on rocky shores. Watch puffins and eagles soar above. Wonder at the sight of whales frolicking at sea - all of these signature Alaskan sights are easily accessible on our wildlife and glacier cruises in Kenai Fjords National Park.
Stop 2
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.
Stop 3
Cruise around Cape Ailiak, and get a first look at Aialik Bay and its surrounding glaciers. Look for mountain peaks emerging from the fields of snow and ice of Harding Icefield.
Stop 4
Visit either one of two spectacular tidewater glaciers, Aialik or Holgate. Aialik Glacier is surrounded by steep cliffs, dense forests and towering mountain peaks. Visitors may see spectacular calving events as ice chunks break and crash into the ocean. Keep an eye for harbor seals.
Stop 5
A towering tidewater glacier Visit either one of two spectacular tidewater glaciers, Aialik or Holgate. Like Aialik, Holgate Glacier is surrounded by steep cliffs, dense forests and towering mountain peaks. Visitors may see spectacular calving events as ice chunks break and crash into the ocean. Though rare, black bears have been sighted on the beaches in Holgate arm.
Stop 6
Depart Small Boat Harbor in Seward and navigate through Resurrection Bay as our expert guides introduce you to Kenai Fjords National Park.
What’s included
- On-board wildlife guide
- 6 hour glacier and wildlife sightseeing cruise
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Additional Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Located on 4th Avenue in Seward, Alaska directly across the street from the Breeze Inn, and on the water where the small boat harbor is located. A few blocks south of the Train Depot.
Before you go
- 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
- If you're traveling by same-day train arrival and departure with the Alaska Railroad: If the train arrives late, passengers will miss the 11:30 AM departure time. We will try our best to accommodate by providing alternate tour options, space available. An alternative option would be to go on the 4.5-hour Resurrection Bay Tour that departs at 12:30 PM.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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