Kenai Fjords National Park Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best excursions available right now:

• Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier and Wildlife Cruise

• Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier and Wildlife Tour From Seward

• Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

• Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Northwestern Cruise

• Exit Glacier Ice Hiking Adventure from Seward

Kenai Fjords National Park is free to visit with no entry fees or camping fees. However, if you’re not an experienced backcountry adventurer, a guided excursion is the best way to explore. Half-day cruises start from US$170, while full-day adventures start at around US$245.

Yes, Kenai Fjords National Park may be Alaska's smallest national park, but few other places offer such a vivid snapshot of the state's coastal wilderness. Along with landscapes sculpted by glaciers and fjords, visitors can also look out for the creatures that roam: Puffins, moose, and black bears are among the star spots. Wildlife-watching cruises are particularly popular, offering the chance to see orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, and more.

Per one customer who booked the Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier and Wildlife Cruise, "We got to see lots of wildlife! More than 20 orcas, we saw a fin whale, sea otters, seals, eagles, and puffins. Great unclouded view of a tidewater glacier up close. Very comfortable boat with a super crew."

A Kenai Fjords National Park tour in Alaska can run anywhere from four to eight hours depending on whether you’ve booked a half- or full-day tour. Snowmobile tours are usually shorter, while cruises generally last longer. No matter what tour you choose, you’re sure to spot wildlife within the park.

No, you can’t drive through Kenai Fjords National Park like other national parks in the US. You can drive to it, but because the park is mostly ice and water, you’ll need to explore on a boat or kayak, hike through the park, or take a helicopter tour.

The best time to visit Kenai Fjords National Park is in summer, June–August. In winter, it can be dark and extremely cold with temperatures dropping far below freezing, with many of the main attractions closed due to snowfall. From September–May, expect reduced park hours.

No, you don’t need to book Kenai Fjords National Park tickets in advance of your visit because the park doesn’t take reservations and there is no admission fee. Planning ahead for excursions is always a good idea though, especially if you want to take a tour that might sell out.

You’ll need two to three days to explore the full beauty of Kenai Fjords National Park. Having more than one day within the park leaves enough time to take a cruise, visit Exit Glacier, and hike trails, such as Harding Icefield Trailhead, or do other outdoor excursions like ice climbing.

Dressing in layers is key when visiting Kenai Fjords National Park, and if you’re going in summer, bring a rain jacket and water-resistant boots as the weather can turn overcast and wet. Because the weather is rarely above 70°F (21°C), you’ll want warm clothes, such as gloves and a beanie.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Kenai Fjords National Park According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Seward:

• Resurrection Bay

• Alaska Railroad

• Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge

• Seward Highway

• Alaska SeaLife Center

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Seward.