Top Seward Glacier Walks

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.

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.

Treat yourself to an abundance of wildlife viewing with this 4-hour Kenai Fjords cruise in Resurrection Bay from Seward Harbor. Travel 55 miles (round-trip) along a rugged coastline and snap plenty of memorable photos as you sail past Bear Glacier. Sail close to sea lion colonies and seabird rookeries, and keep your eyes peeled for whales, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, eagles and mountain goats.

See glaciers, wildlife, and majestic mountains as you take a cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park and enjoy dinner on board. While many cruises through the fjords are too short to see much of the wildlife and scenery, this dinner cruise includes ample time on board so you have the chance to spot whales, eagles, puffins, and more.

While in Seward, embark on one of Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruises during a pre- or post-cruise shore excursion through Kenai Fjords National Park. Stay warm as you sail past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords, and heighten your chance of spotting whales, sea lions, and birds with the help of your captain, who puts the sights into context.

After spending time exploring the coastal city of Seward, take a relaxing train ride to your next destination, Anchorage. This evening train ride travels through rugged mountain landscapes and scenic coastline on a spacious train car. Easily take in the views with large, panoramic windows and open vestibules. The Alaska Railroad is only open during the summer months, providing plenty of sunlight to enjoy your ride.

Take in the glaciers, mountains, and fjords of the Kenai Peninsula on a tour that combines a helicopter flight with a snowmobile tour of Godwin Glacier to fit two epic excursions into one day. Ideal for visitors looking for a remote Alaskan adventure, a helicopter provides access to the difficult-to-reach glacier and doubles as a sightseeing flight.

Explore the waters of Resurrection Bay from aboard a kayak with this guided tour, suitable for beginners and experienced kayakers alike. You can expect to see all sorts of wildlife, from sea otters and harbor seals to bald eagles. If you visit during the late summer, you may also get the chance to stop for a walk along Tonsina Creek to see fish spawning.