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Seward Shore Excursion: Kenai Fjords Tour
4.8
55 Ratings
Seward
Experience the beauty of Kenai Fjords National Park on a pre- or post-cruise shore excursion. Cruise past glaciers, spot wildlife, and enjoy a complimentary lunch on this six-hour adventure!
Experience the beauty of Kenai Fjords National Park on a pre- or post-cruise shore excursion. Cruise past glaciers, spot wildlife, and enjoy a complimentary lunch on this six-hour adventure!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kenai Fjords National Park - More than half of Kenai Fjords National Park is enveloped by the vast Harding Icefield, a thousand-foot-thick ice block originating from the last Ice Age. The Harding Icefield extends in all directions, forming glaciers. Some of these glaciers stretch northwest into the rugged hills of the Kenai Peninsula, while five…
- Kenai Fjords National Park - More than half of Kenai Fjords National Park is enveloped by the vast Harding Icefield, a thousand-foot-thick ice block originating from the last Ice Age. The Harding Icefield extends in all directions, forming glaciers. Some of these glaciers stretch northwest into the rugged hills of the Kenai Peninsula, while five others reach the sea along the rugged coast of the Gulf of Alaska.
- Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge - The Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge consists of 2,400 islands, headlands, rocks, islets, spires, and reefs, renowned for its rich seabird population.
- Resurrection Bay - Sail through Resurrection Bay as the captain leads the way to Kenai Fjords National Park.
- Thumb Cove State Marine Park - Look out for seabirds, waterfalls, and hanging glaciers in Thumb Cove.
- Aialik Glacier - Explore one of the two magnificent tidewater glaciers, Aialik or Holgate. Aialik Glacier is encircled by steep cliffs, dense forests, and towering mountain peaks. Visitors might witness breathtaking calving events as ice chunks break off and crash into the ocean. Keep an eye out for harbor seals.
- Holgate Glacier - Explore one of the two magnificent tidewater glaciers, Aialik or Holgate. Similar to Aialik, Holgate Glacier is surrounded by steep cliffs, dense forests, and towering mountain peaks. Visitors might witness breathtaking calving events as ice chunks break off and crash into the ocean. Although rare, black bears have been spotted on the beaches in Holgate Arm.
What's Included
- 6-hour sightseeing cruise
- Onboard wildlife guide
- Lunch
- On-board restrooms
- 6-hour sightseeing cruise
- Onboard wildlife guide
- Lunch
- On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Maximize your stay in Seward by partaking in a shore expedition before or after your cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park. Experience the beauty of Alaska on a six-hour journey, recognized as the state’s paramount wildlife and glacier cruise, meandering past alpine and tidewater glaciers within the fjords of Harding Icefield. Witness the temporary…
Maximize your stay in Seward by partaking in a shore expedition before or after your cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park. Experience the beauty of Alaska on a six-hour journey, recognized as the state’s paramount wildlife and glacier cruise, meandering past alpine and tidewater glaciers within the fjords of Harding Icefield. Witness the temporary homes of migratory seabirds in the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge and always be on the lookout for whales and other wildlife while on the boat. Appreciate the free lunch and enlightening commentary from the captain as you absorb the stunning views!
- 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
- This tour is not recommended for travelers that need to board a cruise line before 5:30 pm.
Location
Kenai Fjords Tours
4th Avenue
Please call us to schedule a pick-up at an area hotel or Seward Port within 24 hours of check-in please.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(55 Ratings)
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Lori_p
Aug 1, 2025
Great Kenai Fjords tour! - The crew is great and the places they go to in the Kenai Fjords are amazing for glaciers, marine life and birds. We saw orca and humpback whales, sea lions, sea otters, lots of birds and the glacier even calved for us!
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Mseachris
Jul 30, 2025
Amazing family excursion - An amazing trip for our family! The calving, whales, sea lions, and weather were very cooperative! Would recommend to all!
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Michael_l
Jul 1, 2025
Excellent experience,... - Excellent experience, great staff and they were able to accommodate food allergies.
They delivered on the wildlife and the Glacier were super cool.
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Gulrv
Jun 26, 2025
Don’t miss this boat tour! - Wonderful trip with very knowledgeable guide and crew. Saw many wildlife and Whales! The glacier viewing was awesome. I highly recommend taking this tour. It’s worth the trip to Seward.
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Selena_w
Jun 26, 2025
A Whale of a Time! - The crew was top-notch, really paid attention to all of the details on the boat, and made sure we had an exciting day seeing a variety of animals. We saw otters, orcas, humpback whales, porpoises, sea lions and seals and a variety of birds, to include eagles. WOW!!
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Eugenia_w
Jun 22, 2025
This fjord cruise is a MUST - 6 hours of breathless views of glaciers, mountains, islets, sea lions and great explanations bt the crew.
5 stars is not enough!
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Kaimons2025
Jun 9, 2025
Treat Yourself! - This experience was unique, moving, and so memorable! We went in early June and were able to see orcas, a humpback whale, sea otters, seals, and many birds! Totally worth it and highly recommended!
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Kate_f
May 31, 2025
The captain was very... - The captain was very knowledgeable and found all kinds of wildlife for us to see. It was very rough seas in the middle of it that lasted 15-20 minutes so take some motion sickness medicine if needed. The food provided was quite good. Make sure to dress for the weather! Even though the cabin was heated you and/or others will constantly be going outside to view the wildlife which leaves the doors open for the cold air to come inside. We were very impressed and glad that we booked this excursion.
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Kevinp_d
Jul 8, 2025
Kenai Fjord NP cruise - It is about 5 hours sailing. We saw orcas and young humpbacks just not much of the body. And I got to visit another NP. Also saw a couple of sea otters and sea lions. This cruise was also $100 cheaper than the cruise line’s excursion. The Kenai Fjord cruise also provided transport from the cruise ship terminal to Kenai Fjord NP tour office.
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Joseandresf241
Jun 30, 2025
Cruise q does not meet expectations - I'm still on the cruise but the experience so far leaves a lot to be desired. At the moment I focus on the queues that form aboard for everything. For breakfast and lunch. The shores are hell for waiting and poor organization. Now we're in Geirangrr and I've been in the rain for half an hour to get on the boat because they don't put in enough personnel to control access. Photo queue entry ship to 1730 in Geiranger. Ten' ago I was coming to the end of the swamp. And this is normal in this visje
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