Kenai Fjords National Park Full-Day Northwestern Fjord Cruise
by Major Marine Tours
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Kenai Fjords National Park features rugged mountains, glaciers, and abundant wildlife along its remote coastline. This full-day boat cruise lasts about 8.5 hours and explores the Northwestern Fjord area, departing from Seward Harbor at 8:30 a.m. and returning around 5:00 p.m. The vessel is smaller in size, allowing closer views of marine animals and glaciers with a limited number of guests. The cruise travels through Resurrection Bay, Kenai Fjords National Park, the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Resurrection, Granite Pass, Harris Bay, and into the Northwestern Fjord. The captain adjusts the route based on weather and wildlife sightings. Passengers will see seabird colonies, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, humpback whales, and orca whales. There is time spent in front of Northwestern Glacier to watch glacial calving. A deli lunch is provided on board along with water, coffee, and tea. The captain and crew provide narration throughout the trip. Binoculars and restrooms are available on the boat. Alcoholic drinks can be purchased separately. Children under 12 are not allowed on this cruise due to the vessel size and length. The tour operates in all weather conditions and is not recommended for those with limited mobility. Guests should arrive one hour before departure for check-in.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Resurrection Bay
The 8.5-hour cruise departs from the Seward Harbor 360 Hotel dock at 8:30 a.m. and returns around 5:00 p.m. It travels through Resurrection Bay, entering Kenai Fjords National Park and the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge. The route passes Cape Resurrection, Granite Pass, Harris Bay, and continues into the Northwestern Fjord. Children under 12 are not allowed due to the vessel size and trip length.
Kenai Fjords National Park
The captain narrates the journey while navigating remote, less-visited parts of Kenai Fjords National Park with a small group. The exact route varies by sea conditions and wildlife sightings. The cruise includes the Chiswell Islands or Cape Resurrection, home to thousands of seabirds and Steller sea lions. In Harris Bay, guests may see hidden coves, mountains, and feeding whales. The trip continues into the Northwestern Fjord, where alpine glaciers are visible on cliffs. Visitors see Northwestern, Anchor, and Ojive Glaciers, spending time in front of Northwestern Glacier to observe calving.
Bear Glacier
The cruise covers waters of Resurrection Bay, the Gulf of Alaska, and Harris Bay while searching for wildlife such as humpback whales, killer whales, sea lions, harbor seals, and various seabirds.
Meeting point
Major Marine Tours check-in office at the Harbor 360 Hotel. Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure for check-in. 1412 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 If you are driving from Anchorage the morning of your cruise please allow 4 hours for the drive due to construction and traffic on the Seward Highway.
End point
Major Marine Tours check-in office at the Harbor 360 Hotel. Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure for check-in. 1412 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 If you are driving from Anchorage the morning of your cruise please allow 4 hours for the drive due to construction and traffic on the Seward Highway.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Kenai Fjords National Park Full-Day Northwestern Fjord Cruise
by Major Marine Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Fri, 25 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$680.26Overview
Kenai Fjords National Park features rugged mountains, glaciers, and abundant wildlife along its remote coastline. This full-day boat cruise lasts about 8.5 hours and explores the Northwestern Fjord area, departing from Seward Harbor at 8:30 a.m. and returning around 5:00 p.m. The vessel is smaller in size, allowing closer views of marine animals and glaciers with a limited number of guests. The cruise travels through Resurrection Bay, Kenai Fjords National Park, the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Resurrection, Granite Pass, Harris Bay, and into the Northwestern Fjord. The captain adjusts the route based on weather and wildlife sightings. Passengers will see seabird colonies, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, humpback whales, and orca whales. There is time spent in front of Northwestern Glacier to watch glacial calving. A deli lunch is provided on board along with water, coffee, and tea. The captain and crew provide narration throughout the trip. Binoculars and restrooms are available on the boat. Alcoholic drinks can be purchased separately. Children under 12 are not allowed on this cruise due to the vessel size and length. The tour operates in all weather conditions and is not recommended for those with limited mobility. Guests should arrive one hour before departure for check-in.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Resurrection Bay
The 8.5-hour cruise departs from the Seward Harbor 360 Hotel dock at 8:30 a.m. and returns around 5:00 p.m. It travels through Resurrection Bay, entering Kenai Fjords National Park and the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge. The route passes Cape Resurrection, Granite Pass, Harris Bay, and continues into the Northwestern Fjord. Children under 12 are not allowed due to the vessel size and trip length.
Kenai Fjords National Park
The captain narrates the journey while navigating remote, less-visited parts of Kenai Fjords National Park with a small group. The exact route varies by sea conditions and wildlife sightings. The cruise includes the Chiswell Islands or Cape Resurrection, home to thousands of seabirds and Steller sea lions. In Harris Bay, guests may see hidden coves, mountains, and feeding whales. The trip continues into the Northwestern Fjord, where alpine glaciers are visible on cliffs. Visitors see Northwestern, Anchor, and Ojive Glaciers, spending time in front of Northwestern Glacier to observe calving.
Bear Glacier
The cruise covers waters of Resurrection Bay, the Gulf of Alaska, and Harris Bay while searching for wildlife such as humpback whales, killer whales, sea lions, harbor seals, and various seabirds.
Meeting point
Major Marine Tours check-in office at the Harbor 360 Hotel. Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure for check-in. 1412 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 If you are driving from Anchorage the morning of your cruise please allow 4 hours for the drive due to construction and traffic on the Seward Highway.
End point
Major Marine Tours check-in office at the Harbor 360 Hotel. Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure for check-in. 1412 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 If you are driving from Anchorage the morning of your cruise please allow 4 hours for the drive due to construction and traffic on the Seward Highway.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.