Resurrection Bay Spring Wildlife Cruise
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Seward, USA
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Sail the waters of Resurrection Bay in search of Californian gray whales on a half-day cruise from Seward. These huge mammals arrive here every March through May on their annual migration northward into Alaska’s waters. Watch for these incredible beasts and other whale species, as well as other wildlife, and view the luminous blue glaciers crowning the surrounding mountains.
- Maximize your chances of seeing migrating gray whales with a cruise
- Learn why the whales visit here each spring via the onboard commentary
- Look for bears, goats, and blue glaciers along the mountainous shores
- Tea, coffee, and water, plus use of binoculars included
What's Included
- Free coffee, tea, and water
- Use of binoculars
- All taxes and fees included
- Narration by an experienced captain
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1412 4th Ave, Seward, AK 99664, USA
Departure Point: Major Marine Tours Check-In Desk at Harbor 360 Hotel Address: 1412 4th Ave. Seward, Alaska 99664
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.12:30 pm
What To Expect
Travel independently to Seward harbor front, arriving warmly dressed, wearing several layers, a hat, gloves, and rubber-soled shoes.
Then, board your ship, and after a safety briefing, gaze back at Seward as you sail into Resurrection Bay. From March through May, the bay is visited by Californian gray whales as they make their annual journey north from Baja, California to the Bering Sea. Your cruise will travel 55 miles (88.5 kilometres) along the coast in search of sightings.
Listen to the on-board commentary about the whales, and scan the seas using the supplied binoculars. With luck, enjoy sightings: unforgettable views of these majestic mammals in their natural habitat.
Watch, too, for humpback and orca whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals, and sea otters, and perhaps spot bears and mountain goats with their young on the rocky shores.
Look for glaciers as you trace the coastline, seeing the blue ice of Bear Glacier, a Piedmont Glacier, and Kenai Fjords National Park’s biggest glacier, all nestled in the mountains.
As you cruise, enjoy included tea, coffee, and water, and any refreshments you’ve brought aboard. Wine, beer, and snacks can be purchased on board (own expense).
Your cruise finishes when your ship docks at Seward.
Then, board your ship, and after a safety briefing, gaze back at Seward as you sail into Resurrection Bay. From March through May, the bay is visited by Californian gray whales as they make their annual journey north from Baja, California to the Bering Sea. Your cruise will travel 55 miles (88.5 kilometres) along the coast in search of sightings.
Listen to the on-board commentary about the whales, and scan the seas using the supplied binoculars. With luck, enjoy sightings: unforgettable views of these majestic mammals in their natural habitat.
Watch, too, for humpback and orca whales, Dall’s porpoises, seals, and sea otters, and perhaps spot bears and mountain goats with their young on the rocky shores.
Look for glaciers as you trace the coastline, seeing the blue ice of Bear Glacier, a Piedmont Glacier, and Kenai Fjords National Park’s biggest glacier, all nestled in the mountains.
As you cruise, enjoy included tea, coffee, and water, and any refreshments you’ve brought aboard. Wine, beer, and snacks can be purchased on board (own expense).
Your cruise finishes when your ship docks at Seward.
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Resurrection Bay
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Bear Glacier
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Kenai Fjords National Park
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Most travelers can participate
- Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Tatum_Q
This was an incredible experience! The boat itself was spacious with plenty of indoor and outdoor areas to take in the views. We saw so much wildlife! A humpback whale, sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, bald eagles and playful dall’s porpoises that swam along the boat. The scenery with the mountains and glaciers in the background was spectacular! We highly recommend this cruise. Our captain was amazing at handling the boat and educating us, and the crew was kind, helpful and clearly love what they do. Take the tour! It’s something you will always remember!
Reviews
4.8
based on 133 reviews
Cassie_Z, Apr 2026
Incredible! Loved the views, the animals and the guide. Definitely a must do while in Alaska! Woot woot!
Rhonda_H, Mar 2026
When you plan activities with your friend of sixty years, you choose wisely. This exceeded all expectations. The views. The individual care. The shared information. I got chilled outside and came into the heated cabin. Before I could hardly settle in I had the sweetest staff approach to point things out and share information. It was magical.
Melissa_A, Mar 2026
Great trip! Perfect length and the crew was amazing and made us feel very comfortable. They were knowledgeable and it was enjoyable to be out there
JASON_N, Mar 2026
Was amazing! There were spots around the boat for staying out of the wind but still outside or you could be inside or you could even stand outside at the very front of the boat!
Christina_L, Mar 2026
Chris and his crew did a great job of locating animals for us to see and allowed ample time for us to enjoy watching them. The scenery, of course, was beautiful.
Orin_R, Mar 2026
Great time!! Captain and crew were fantastic. Boat was very clean. Check-in and boarding was as easy as it could have been. ANd the sights were amazing.
Alexandra_G, Mar 2026
The staff members were knowledgeable and friendly! And the views were UNBELIEVABLE!! Would highly recommend.
Tisha_B, Mar 2026
If you want a relaxing and beautiful escape to view Alaska’s gems in and on the water this is the trip for you. I went solo but it’s great for families and anyone of all ages. The boat crew were spectacular, knowledgeable and hospitable. Always checking to ensure guest were comfortable and available to answer questions. I respect the fact that the captain of the boat knew the habitats of the animals and respected their space by moving away or leaving if she felt the animals were uncomfortable with the boat. We were able to see sea lions, seals, wild goats and porpoises!! The snacks and beverages offered were perfect and reasonably priced. I recommend dressing in layers- waterproof shoes, sunglasses, hats, scarves and gloves. I’m extra so I had electric hand chargers and this was a game changer. Towards the end of the cruise, — coming back to shore II actually felt so relaxed I took a little nap.
Isabel_B, Mar 2026
It’s a great way to see wildlife in their natural habitats. Binoculars are provided which makes it much easier to see them as the boat keeps a good distance as to not disturb. The waves rocked the boat quite a bit but dramamine is also provided if needed. Would go again for sure in the summer.
Taletha_A, Jul 2025
The captain was amazing. We didn’t see any whales during our visit but since it wasn’t the right time of year we knew there was little chance. However, the captain tried really hard to find them and we saw all kinds of other beautiful wildlife. This is a must do excursion no matter the time of year!
justcurious85, May 2025
Great tour. All the staff members were informative and friendly. The captain did a wonderful job with steering the boat. We were lucky to such a clear day.
Tatum_Q, May 2025
This was an incredible experience! The boat itself was spacious with plenty of indoor and outdoor areas to take in the views. We saw so much wildlife! A humpback whale, sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, bald eagles and playful dall’s porpoises that swam along the boat. The scenery with the mountains and glaciers in the background was spectacular! We highly recommend this cruise. Our captain was amazing at handling the boat and educating us, and the crew was kind, helpful and clearly love what they do. Take the tour! It’s something you will always remember!
Diego_R, Apr 2025
It’s an extremely nice experience!!! Don’t. Worry about being out in the cold for the whole trip. They have plenty of room inside the cabins for you and you family.
Stephanie_P, Apr 2025
Captain Lauren heard about an Orca sighting and took us to see them. She and the crew pointed out lots of wildlife and interesting land formations. Definitely a trip worth taking.
Brook_L, Apr 2025
Make sure if you are not a local and used to the cold to bundle up. They have everything you need if you were to get boat sickness
Desislava_G, Apr 2025
The trip was amazing! I’ve been living in Alaska for a while now but never got the opportunity to go on this cruise. It’s truly mesmerizing beauty! It felt unreal when we got to the rock formations and got to see all the otters and wild goats. The captain and the whole crew were super friendly and knowledgeable. I’d definitely return for another cruise this summer!
Andrea_M, Apr 2025
Great experience! Warm inside, coffee and tea available were much appreciated! Clean facilities, friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Becky_A, Apr 2025
I appreciated that this could be done as a solo tour. Great Alaska experience, lots of wildlife, cold, and rocky seas make for great stories to tell. Crew were friendly and accommodating and the vessel was very nice. Highly recommend.
Hillary_J, Apr 2025
It was a wonderful experience. The crew was delightful and educated with lots of information about the area and wild life. I would definitely recommend!
Copelen_B, Mar 2025
This was an unbelievable and the most amazing/phenomenal experience we have had. The trip was incredible swing icebergs to seals to just the bay and Oceanside here in Alaska so amazing. Also the weather was great that day for us.
Stephanie_P, Mar 2025
Our day was lovely, we met many friendly people , the boat was very clean and the experience was great fun.
Anonymous, Mar 2025
This is an activity suitable for all ages. I like it very much. I will recommend it to my friends and family.
Richard_P, May 2024
the viewing of whales and other wild life. the crew were very profession and always around to help or answer questions
Marianna_F, May 2024
Great cruise. Knowledgeable and friendly staff and comfortable cabin when it got cold. We saw humpback whales sea otters and sea lions . The porpoises were playing with the boat.
Charles_C, May 2024
Whale sightings; interesting wildlife all along the way. Crew was outstanding: friendly and informative. Captain Chris went above and beyond to spot and stay with whales, dolphins, sea otters, seals, etc. The ship itself was new and spotless.
Justin_B, May 2024
We couldn’t have asked for a more comfortable and amazing trip! The boat was brand new and spotlessly clean! The staff and captain were extremely polite and knowledgeable and gave us an amazing tour.
Jocelyn_M, May 2024
Immaculate boat, great to have pre-arranged seating. Views excellent from all over, 360 degrees. Able to be inside in warm then go out. Just long enough. Staff were so helpful and informative.
Debbie_H, Apr 2024
It was very awesome. We saw the orcas the whales and porpoises,, mountain goats, seals and sea lions , an amazing experience!
Barbara_M, Apr 2024
Crew provided nice education of the wildlife we saw: Eagle, otter, as well as orcas and humpbacks with babies. Maximum time around the bay searching for best viewing locations. Will be a favorite memory.
Christine_K, Apr 2024
The scenery was mesmerising from start to finish. Excellent information given. Plenty of chances to photograph wildlife when seen. Felt very safe and secure and a wonderful team on board to help in any way needed.
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