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Resurrection Bay Spring Wildlife Cruise

Resurrection Bay Spring Wildlife Cruise

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Seward Highway: A Self Guided Drive of Alaska's Historic Road

The Seward Highway ranks among America’s most breathtaking drives. On this self-guided driving tour, you’ll go beyond landscapes that embody Alaska’s rugged character and natural beauty. You’ll follow a historic route that echoes the pioneering spirit of the Last Frontier, where each mile holds stories of those who carved a path through untamed wilderness. The tour begins at Potter Marsh on the outskirts of Anchorage and ends in downtown Seward, next to Resurrection Bay’s shoreline. Along the way, Jan and Stan, longtime Alaska residents, will bring the highway’s history to life, sharing fascinating tales of this historic route that connects Anchorage to the Kenai Peninsula. You’ll take in breathtaking views of Turnagain Arm while learning about its dramatic bore tides and the endangered beluga whales that navigate these silty waters. Along the Seward Highway, you’ll have the chance to spot dall sheep on the cliffs, the only place in Alaska where they’re regularly seen near sea level.

Seward Highway: A Self Guided Drive of Alaska's Historic Road

3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

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.

Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

Immerse yourself in the Alaskan wilderness on a cruise through the Kenai Fjords National Park from Seward. Aboard a warm and spacious vessel, cruise past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords and try your luck spotting wildlife like whales, sea lions, and birds. Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard and visit the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge for great views of seabird rookeries.

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

Experience up-close views of glaciers and wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park on this cruise. Enjoy 100 miles (round-trip) of jaw-dropping scenery as the captain and crew explain the surrounding geology and wildlife. Sail past the majestic Holgate Glacier and witness chunks of glaciers break off and crash into the water. Get your camera out near Chiswell Islands, home to thousands of nesting seabirds. In addition to the sights, enjoy a complimentary brunch or deli lunch.

Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Half-day Resurrection Bay & Wildlife Tour from Seward

Half-day Resurrection Bay & Wildlife Tour from Seward

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Self Guided Driving Audio Tour Alaska Bundle

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle for Anchorage to Homer and Seward drives across the Kenai Peninsula. Includes Potter Marsh, Girdwood, and the Alyeska Aerial Tram, Beluga Point, Bird Point, Portage Valley, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Kenai River at Cooper Landing, Russian River Falls, Ninilchik, and Homer Spit. GPS-triggered stories play automatically with offline access as you reach Summit Lake, Mount Iliamna Viewpoint, Exit Glacier, and Kenai Fjords National Park. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Self Guided Driving Audio Tour Alaska Bundle

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Half day Spring Resurrection Bay & Wildlife Tour from Seward

Search the waters of Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park for gray whales on this 4-hour cruise from Seward. In the spring, gray whales migrate more than 5,000 miles from Baja California to Alaska’s Bering Sea in search of food. Learn about the whales from your crew, who are also wildlife experts. Keep your camera out for other wildlife sightings, including rookeries, seals and sea lions, and Dall’s porpoises. Bonus: A light lunch with a freshly baked cookie is included.

Half day Spring Resurrection Bay & Wildlife Tour from Seward

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour

Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Northwestern Cruise

Journey to the remote, glacier-carved Northwestern Fjord in the Kenai Fjords National Park on a full-day cruise from Seward. Whether you’re a birder or whale-watching enthusiast, get the chance to snap plenty of photos of humpbacks, orcas, sea lions, seabirds, and more. Watch for glacial calving, where giant chunks of glacial ice break off and crash into the water. A light lunch of sandwiches is served midday.

Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Northwestern Cruise

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Captain's Choice Kenai Fjords National Park Tour from Seward

NEW for 2025! Maximize your adventure aboard this flexible seven-hour Kenai Fjords National Park cruise. Explore the day’s most spectacular sights as your captain selects their route based on current conditions, wildlife reports and expert insights. More time on the water and more freedom means more opportunities for costal Alaska magic, from breaching whale sightings to moments spent marveling at calving tidewater glaciers.

Captain's Choice Kenai Fjords National Park Tour from Seward

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Kenai Fjords Orca Quest Cruise

In early summer, orcas frequent the Kenai Fjords in search of food. This half-day whale-watching cruise—the only orca-focused cruise in Seward—takes you into Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park. Rather than following a set route, your captain navigates to orca hot spots of the day. Hear the whale's haunting calls through a hydrophone, and learn about orcas and their behavior from the captain and crew.

Kenai Fjords Orca Quest Cruise

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Seward: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore the Alaskan city of Seward, nestled amid mountains and Resurrection Bay, with this self-guided audio tour. Download the app, don your headphones, and traverse at your own pace to learn about the city that was once ravaged by natural calamities and how it has emerged as a vibrant community. Follow the map for a leisurely stroll, pausing as needed, to discover wildlife, stunning landscapes, and enjoy a bit of shopping.

Discover Seward: Self-Guided Audio Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Snowmobile Classic Tour in Kenai Fjords National Park

We call it the ‘Snowmobile Classic’ for a reason… After a quick orientation at our headquarters in Seward, you’ll set off into Kenai Fjords National Park, one of the most protected land units in all of Seward! Marvel at the stunning landscape, beautiful viewpoints, and towering mountains as you glide smoothly through the snow. With a friendly, local guide to lead the way, share stories and point out the views, there’s nothing to do except take a deep breath, hang on, and soak it all in. The gentle whisking of snow… The playful sunlight that dances around the sky… The simple serenity of getting away from roads… Join us for a tour in the wintry backcountry and you’ll quickly see why this is our best-selling snowmobile tour!

Snowmobile Classic Tour in Kenai Fjords National Park

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Exit Glacier Ice Hiking Adventure from Seward

Exit Glacier Ice Hiking Adventure from Seward

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Seward to Anchorage Cruise Transfer and Private Tour

Explore fishing villages, traverse the Kenai Mountains, and spot Alaskan wildlife during a private transfer service between Seward and Anchorage. Getting from Seward to Anchorage presents a logistical challenge for visitors planning to fly out of Anchorage, but this tour turns your cruise ship transfer into a chance to explore Alaska. A private guide shapes the trip to fit your group’s interests and wraps up the day by showing you around Anchorage.

Seward to Anchorage Cruise Transfer and Private Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,989

Exit Glacier Ice Climbing

Conquer the Ice: Exit Glacier Ice Climbing Adventure in Kenai Fjords National Park Step into a world of ice and adventure with our Exit Glacier Ice Climbing Tour! Located in the breathtaking Kenai Fjords National Park, this epic experience takes you onto the ancient ice of Exit Glacier, where you’ll scale shimmering blue walls, navigate dramatic crevasses, and immerse yourself in Alaska’s wild beauty. Whether you’re a first-time climber or a seasoned adventurer, our expert guides will equip you with the skills and confidence to ascend this frozen wonderland. Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime—no experience necessary!

Exit Glacier Ice Climbing

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Anchorage to Seward Cruise Transfer and Private Tour

Discover the beauty of Alaska as you travel from Anchorage to Seward with just your family and friends on this private tour that includes a cruise transfer. With your group of up to nine people, admire the breathtaking scenery along Seward Highway, designated an All American Road. You set the schedule and itinerary, which may include Turnagain Arm, Bird Point, the Alyeska Scenic Tramway and Seward SeaLife Center. Throughout the day, keep watch for wildlife sightings. This tour is available for a transfer from Seward to Anchorage as well. Note: Price is per tour, not per guest. Order "1" adult for all ages and group sizes from 1 to 9 guests.

Anchorage to Seward Cruise Transfer and Private Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,989

Grand View Tour

Grand View Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Bear Glacier Signature Helicopter Tour

A one-of-a-kind Alaskan experience that should not be missed, this 45-minute helicopter flight from Seward takes you to Bear and Aialik glaciers. Nestled among snow-covered peaks, Bear Glacier rests above a remote lagoon studded with massive icebergs the size of houses. See the walls of Aialik Glacier dropping into the ocean. Take photos of cascading waterfalls, old-growth forests and turquoise-blue water that surround a frozen landscape carved by millennia of advancing and retreating ice. Enjoy aerial views of Kenai Fjords National Park.

Bear Glacier Signature Helicopter Tour

45 minutesFree Cancellation

Exit Glacier Nature Hike in Seward

Exit Glacier Nature Hike in Seward

2 hours 30 minutes

Seward Cruise Ship Terminal

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Seward Cruise Ship Terminal

The Seward cruise port serves as the embarkation and disembarkation terminal for Anchorage, Alaska.
Book extra time in Seward to explore before or after your cruise to make the most out of your Alaska vacation.
Combine a cruise ship transfer to Seward or Anchorage with a Turnagain Arm or Kenai Fjords tour.

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