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Harding Icefield Trail Hiking Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Seward, USA
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Make the most of your time in Seward by hiking into the Kenai Fjords National Park during this full-day excursion. Don’t worry about getting lost, as you’ll be accompanied by a professional backcountry wilderness guide throughout, meaning you can instead focus on enjoying your picturesque surroundings, including the Harding Icefield.
  • Take a rigorous hike into the Kenai Fjords National Park
  • Benefit from the insight of your professional backcountry wilderness guide
  • Small group capped at 12 ensures an intimate experience
  • Save your strength with round-trip transportation from select locations

What's Included

  • Professional Guide
  • Deli-style lunch – turkey wrap, granola bar, and piece of fruit (dietary options available)
  • Interpretive guided hiking on this small group tour
  • Trekking Poles
  • Courtesy round-trip ground transportation from Seward to Kenai Fjords NP
  • Gratuities for your guide

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We will confirm your pickup time.

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Meeting point

  • Kenai Backcountry Adventures
    11724 Seward Hwy # A, Seward, AK 99664, USA

    Please arrive 30 minutes before your tour at Kenai Backcountry Adventures (11724 Seward Highway, Suite A. Seward, AK 99664)

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

1

Kenai Fjords National Park

7 hours Admission Ticket Free

2

Seward

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Participants under 18 must be with an adult – Minors must be accompanied.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Kenai Backcountry Adventures is the best

John_L, Jul 2025
The entire staff were so friendly, kind and professional. We had a family member develop severe cramping on the return hike. Our guide, Caroline, got us off the mountain safely and with great care. She saved a life today. Truly. Our entire family were touched by her patience, professionalism and compassion. I recommend this group to any hiking or adventure activities. Thank you, Caroline!

Great trip to Alaska!

Mark_H, Jun 2024
I had looked at the tour on All Trails and given some thought to do it on my own. I’m glad I didn’t. Our guide Al, took us higher on the trail than what I would have done on my own. The trail was not well marked but Al knew where to go. We trudged up some pretty steep places with lots of snow and awesome views. I guess we were pretty fortunate that we had a nice sunny day as the views were very good! Thank you Al!

A lovely hike

Rachel_B, Jun 2024
Tatum was a great guide. We had a great day hiking around with her. It was great to be able to just enjoy the hike and not worry about going the wrong way or getting lost (I have a terrible sense of direction). She provided us with hiking poles, which proved very useful. She also had a water filter so that we could refill our bottles, and bear spray for security. There was a mamma bear and cubs, but the ranger was stopping people from going down that trail. We also had our plans changed because of high avalanche risk, but what can you do? Nature is unpredictable! Nature is also beautiful, and it was a great day out exploring it!

Spectacular Harding Icefield View

Sudeep-Siddharth, Sep 2021
The best part of the hike were the views once we reached the summit. Amazing, breathtaking views. The hike is strenuous and hard for sure but it was all worth it at the end. Kudos to out guide Roger who was exceptional. Loved his enthusiasm and willingness to share his knowledge about the glacier. He was very accommodating and was kind enough to capture some of our amazing moments up there. Also we got to taste some native berries along the way up. Thanks for that Roger !!

Breaktaking views on a strenuous hike.

Ash_L, Jul 2021
Amazing views! The hike was absolutely breathtaking. However, you need to come prepared for the trip! 1. Mosquitoes are every… so big spray is a must. However, the mosquitoes are not as aggressive as those in mainland states. 2. Layers are important. You will be hot and cold throughout the trip and it helps to be able to add or drop clothing along the way. 3. Hike boots are a must. You will be going through a lot of snow which can be doggy in normal shoes. 4. You must be in good physical shape!!! This is a 9-mile hike round trip. You go from a 500ft elevation to 3000 foot elevation. There are a lot of switchback, rocks, and snow to contend with. It pushed me beyond my limits. The reward? Absolutely breathtaking views and scenery. I HIGHLY recommend this tour.

From $342.42

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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