Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

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About this activity

Explore the whales, wildlife, and glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park on this thrilling 7.5 hour cruise. Enjoy the extra time on the water as you get up-close views of wildlife such as orca whales, humpback whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, puffins, and more. Visit two active tidewater glaciers and watch for calving, where giant chunks of ice break off and crash into the water. Visit the Chiswell Islands or Cape Resurrection, home to Steller sea lion colonies and thousands of nesting seabirds. Onboard captain narration and complimentary deli lunch included.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 150 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Major Marine Tours

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Reserved seating inside a heated cabin
Included: Use of binoculars while on board
Included: On-board restrooms: Restroom on board
Included: Onboard Naturalist Narration
Included: Lunch: Sandwich options are turkey, roast beef, or vegetarian.
Included: All taxes and fees included in price
Included: Water, coffee, and tea

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Itinerary

Major Marine Tours

Passing by

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.
Kenai Fjords National Park

Passing by

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.
Resurrection Bay

Passing by

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

Passing by

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

Passing by

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.
Stop 6

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.
Stop 7

Passing by

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Arrive 1 hour before departure to check-in

Meeting Point: Harbor 360 Hotel

Address: 1412 4th Ave

Seward, Alaska 99664

If you are driving from Anchorage the morning of your cruise please allow 4 hours for the drive due to construction and traffic on the Seward Highway.

End point

Arrive 1 hour before departure to check-in

Meeting Point: Harbor 360 Hotel

Address: 1412 4th Ave

Seward, Alaska 99664

If you are driving from Anchorage the morning of your cruise please allow 4 hours for the drive due to construction and traffic on the Seward Highway.

Using your ticket

Check-in is required one hour prior to cruise departure at the Major Marine Tours office. For driving directions and a map of the Seward Small Boat Harbor, please visit http://www.majormarine.com/seward-check-in.

Tour includes a deli lunch (roast beef, turkey or vegetarian sandwich). Please message or call for your choice of sandwich upon booking.

Guests are urged to dress in layers, including a warm rain-proof coat, hat, gloves, and comfortable, rubber-soled shoes. Guests are welcome to stay in our heated cabins, but warm clothes are recommended for guests who would like to spend time outside on the viewing decks.

For the comfort of our guests, Major Marine Tours is proud to designate all of our vessels as smoke free to ensure that our guests have the best experience while on the water.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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
Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure for check-in