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Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

1412 4th Ave, Seward, AK 99664, USA
Duration

7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

Discover the glaciers and wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park on this full-day catamaran cruise. Enjoy jaw-dropping scenery as an experienced naturalist provides engaging commentary. In Aialik Bay, watch for the calving of tidewater glaciers, when chunks of ice break off and crash into the water. From the comfort of a heated cabin, spot Steller sea lions, orcas, humpbacks and puffins that call these waters home. Enjoy a complimentary deli lunch onboard.

  • The only Kenai Fjords cruise to visit two active tidewater glaciers in Aialik Bay
  • See native wildlife in their natural environment
  • Informative, friendly and professional guide
  • Fully narrated tour by onboard naturalist

What To Expect

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This 7.5 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise departs daily at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 5:00 p.m. The cruise will travel approximately 130 miles roundtrip through Resurrection Bay into Kenai Fjords National Park.

Since this cruise does go out into the open Gulf of Alaska it is not recommended for anyone who is prone to motion sickness. Our half-day Resurrection Bay cruises are much better options if motion sickness is a concern.

• Admission Ticket Free

Kenai Fjords National Park



This 7.5 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise departs daily at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 5:00 p.m. The cruise will travel approximately 130 miles roundtrip through Resurrection Bay into Kenai Fjords National Park.

• Admission Ticket Free

Resurrection Bay



We will cruise through the protected waters of Resurrection Bay, searching for wildlife and and enjoying spectacular scenery.

• Admission Ticket Free

Bear Glacier



We will cruise by Bear Glacier, a piedmont glacier and the largest glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park.

• Admission Ticket Free

Holgate Glacier



Our next stop is Holgate Glacier, another actively calving tidewater glacier. We will spend approximately 20 minutes in front of each glacier, floating among the icebergs as we watch for spectacular calving.

• Admission Ticket Free

Aialik Bay



After cruising through Resurrection Bay, we will round Cape Aialik (pronounced “I-al-ik) into Aialik Bay.

As we cruise into Aialik Bay you will get your first glimpse of Aialik Glacier, an active tidewater glacier. We will stop in front of the glacier and watch for calving, where large chunks of glacial ice break off and crash in to the water.

• Admission Ticket Free

Cape Resurrection



Depending on the weather, we will cruise to the Chiswell Islands or Cape Resurrection, home to thousands of nesting Alaskan seabirds like puffins, kittiwakes, and cormorants. The captain will stop the boat very close to the nesting areas of the seabirds, which provides great photo opportunities. We will also visit Steller sea lion colonies, where Steller sea lions gather on the rugged, rocky coastline. Sea otters, bald eagles, and mountain goats are also commonly seen along the route.

• Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Sandwich options are turkey, roast beef, or vegetarian. Please submit choice in advance.
  • Wheelchair accessibility or limited mobility requests must be submitted ahead of time due to limited seating capability
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Water, coffee, and tea
  • Use of binoculars while on board
  • All taxes and fees included in price
  • Restroom on board
  • Onboard Naturalist Narration
  • Reserved seating inside a heated cabin
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Durations

7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Tour's Location

1412 4th Ave, Seward, AK 99664, USA
from 265 $

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