Resurrection Bay Spring Wildlife Cruise

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Resurrection Bay Spring Wildlife Cruise — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Travel into the protected waters of Resurrection Bay in search of gray whale on their annual migration through Alaskan waters on this 4-hour excursion. Gray whales migrate over 5,000 miles from Baja to the Bering and Chukchi Seas each year in search of food. They begin their migration north in late February and travel through Alaskan waters in the spring. In addition to gray whales, watch for humpback whales, orca, Steller sea lions, sea otters, Dall's porpoises, harbor seals, bald eagles, and many other types of marine birds.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 150 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Major Marine Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All taxes and fees included
Included: Use of binoculars
Included: Free coffee, tea, and water
Included: Narration by an experienced captain

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Itinerary

Join the season's first Seward cruise through Resurrection Bay to the Gulf of Alaska in search of wildlife, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and stunning spring scenery. Search for migrating whales and resident wildlife as you take in the rugged beauty. Watch for Steller sea lions, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, bald eagles, and more. In spring, you may even see mountain goats with their newly born kids and a chance for early season humpback whales or orcas. Your experienced captain and naturalist crew members provide narration throughout the cruise, sharing insights about the area's wildlife, history, and natural wonders for a memorable Alaska experience.

Stop 1
Resurrection Bay
Bear Glacier
Kenai Fjords National Park

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Departure Point: Major Marine Tours Check-In Desk at Harbor 360 Hotel

Address: 1412 4th Ave.

Seward, Alaska 99664

End point

Departure Point: Major Marine Tours Check-In Desk at Harbor 360 Hotel

Address: 1412 4th Ave.

Seward, Alaska 99664

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.

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.

Welcome aboard and thank you for choosing Major Marine Tours!