Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Northwestern Cruise
Overview
Travel to remote areas in Kenai Fjords National Park on this full-day adventure cruise. Ideal for photographers, birders, and whale-watching enthusiasts, this 8.5 hour cruise explores the untouched area of Northwestern Fjord in Kenai Fjords National Park. This cruise travels with a smaller group for a more intimate cruising experience, providing the best opportunity for up-close views of wildlife and glaciers. A full day on the water allows the captain plenty of time to seek out the best wildlife viewing opportunities in the area, home to humpback whales, orca whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, and many types of seabirds. You will spend time in front of the impressive Northwestern Glacier, an actively-calving tidewater glacier. A deli lunch is included.
Inclusions
- Water, coffee, and tea
- Lunch - Sandwich options are turkey, roast beef, or vegetarian.
- Narration by knowledgeable, experienced Captain
- Use of binoculars on board
- All taxes and fees included in price
- Restroom on board
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Resurrection Bay, Seward, AK
This adventure cruise is the only small-vessel cruise that explores the remote, glacier-carved Northwestern Fjord in Kenai Fjords National Park. Ideal for photographers, birders, and whale-watching enthusiasts, this 8.5 hour cruise departs from the Seward Harbor 360 Hotel dock 8:30 a.m. and returns at 5:00 p.m. The cruise will travel through Resurrection Bay, Kenai Fjords National Park, the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Resurrection, Granite Pass, Harris Bay, and into the spectacular Northwestern Fjord. Due to the vessel size and the cruise length, children under 12 are not suitable on this cruise.
Pass By: Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward Highway, Seward, AK
Narrated by our knowledgeable, experienced captain and crew, guests have the unique opportunity to explore remote, untouched areas of Kenai Fjords National Park with a small group. Depending on sea conditions and wildlife-viewing opportunities, the captain’s route to Northwestern Fjord can vary from day to day. After cruising through Resurrection Bay, you will explore the Chiswell Islands (part of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge) or Cape Resurrection, home to thousands of nesting seabirds, Steller sea lions, and other wildlife.
The cruise will then enter Harris Bay, where you will be greeted with views of beautiful hidden coves, rugged mountains, and possibly feeding whales. Once we enter the virtually untouched and untamed Northwestern Fjord, look for the numerous alpine glaciers nestled high on the cliffs. You will visit Northwestern, Anchor, and Ojive Glaciers at the end of Northwestern Fjord. You will spend time in front of the glacier to watch for glacial calving.
Pass By: Bear Glacier, Seward, AK
Cruise through Resurrection Bay, the Gulf Of Alaska, and Harris Bay in search of wildlife such as humpbacks, killer whales, sea lions, harbor seals, seabirds, and more.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Resurrection Bay, Seward, AK
This adventure cruise is the only small-vessel cruise that explores the remote, glacier-carved Northwestern Fjord in Kenai Fjords National Park. Ideal for photographers, birders, and whale-watching enthusiasts, this 8.5 hour cruise departs from the Seward Harbor 360 Hotel dock 8:30 a.m. and returns at 5:00 p.m. The cruise will travel through Resurrection Bay, Kenai Fjords National Park, the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Resurrection, Granite Pass, Harris Bay, and into the spectacular Northwestern Fjord. Due to the vessel size and the cruise length, children under 12 are not suitable on this cruise.
Pass By: Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward Highway, Seward, AK
Narrated by our knowledgeable, experienced captain and crew, guests have the unique opportunity to explore remote, untouched areas of Kenai Fjords National Park with a small group. Depending on sea conditions and wildlife-viewing opportunities, the captain’s route to Northwestern Fjord can vary from day to day. After cruising through Resurrection Bay, you will explore the Chiswell Islands (part of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge) or Cape Resurrection, home to thousands of nesting seabirds, Steller sea lions, and other wildlife.
The cruise will then enter Harris Bay, where you will be greeted with views of beautiful hidden coves, rugged mountains, and possibly feeding whales. Once we enter the virtually untouched and untamed Northwestern Fjord, look for the numerous alpine glaciers nestled high on the cliffs. You will visit Northwestern, Anchor, and Ojive Glaciers at the end of Northwestern Fjord. You will spend time in front of the glacier to watch for glacial calving.
Pass By: Bear Glacier, Seward, AK
Cruise through Resurrection Bay, the Gulf Of Alaska, and Harris Bay in search of wildlife such as humpbacks, killer whales, sea lions, harbor seals, seabirds, and more.
Additional information
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Children under 12 not suitable for cruise
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- We have limited capacity on our vessels to ensure that our guests and crew can follow recommended social distancing guidelines.
- We continue to maintain our high standard of cleanliness and have implement additional cleaning procedures for commonly touched surfaces during the cruise.
- Not recommended for guests with limited mobility
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
dorothyu535
July 2023
Had a fabulous adventure with Captain Tanner and first-mate Andrew. We saw sea otters, a mountain goat, seals and sea lions, orcas, porpoise and most exciting of all, a group of nine humpbacks working together to make bubble nets to surround fish and force them into a dense school so the humpback...
Had a fabulous adventure with Captain Tanner and first-mate Andrew. We saw sea otters, a mountain goat, seals and sea lions, orcas, porpoise and most exciting of all, a group of nine humpbacks working together to make bubble nets to surround fish and force them into a dense school so the humpbacks could come up all at once and feed on them. We were able to view this several times. We had close looks at several glaciers and heard and saw them calving. The crew worked tirelessly to ensure all of us got good looks at the wildlife and seabirds, while keeping us safe and the animals comfortable with us humans.tine1281
September 2021
The all day Northwestern Fjord cruise is amazing! Captain Kaylee and 1st Mate Tammy were the best. They provided so much information on the wildlife and the landscape. What I liked the most was the care they took with the wildlife in addition to those on board. We saw two humpback whales and ...
The all day Northwestern Fjord cruise is amazing! Captain Kaylee and 1st Mate Tammy were the best. They provided so much information on the wildlife and the landscape. What I liked the most was the care they took with the wildlife in addition to those on board. We saw two humpback whales and each time Captain Kaylee noted that we had to keep moving as we were at our time limit for this animal. They were respectful of the marine life and that is a sign of a good tour operator. Tammy also took great care of those who weren't feeling so hot during the crossing of the Alaska Bay. And I cannot put into words what it was like when we reached Northwestern Glacier. It's something you have to see for yourself to understand. We also saw puffins, sea otters, harbor seals and Stellar sea lions. The lunch served was delicious and filling. I cannot recommend this company or this cruise enough.MiddleClassTraveler
August 2021
We weren't sure what to expect with this, 8.5 hours, some of which out in the open Gulf of Alaska (I've seen deadliest catch) but the weather gods where kind and it was calm seas with even better views. Lucky to have seen a pod of Orcas, a couple of humpback whales breaching, otters, puffins, eag...
We weren't sure what to expect with this, 8.5 hours, some of which out in the open Gulf of Alaska (I've seen deadliest catch) but the weather gods where kind and it was calm seas with even better views. Lucky to have seen a pod of Orcas, a couple of humpback whales breaching, otters, puffins, eagles, and of course the Northwestern glacier calving. An unforgettable experience. Plenty of drinks on board (tea, coffee, soda, with alcohol for purchase if you are so inclined). The included lunch (sandwich, brownie, chips) was sufficient (this isn't a dinner cruise) but we brought snacks which helped keep us full. Can't recommend this tour more highly. The crew was phenomenal. Excellent narration, you could really tell that they cared. They were friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. It really makes a big difference.Docgan
July 2021
Fantastic experience for the entire family . crew captain gary and first mate tammy were wonderful. Knowledgable friendly and professional crew Well planned and executed trip PA system may need an upgrade soon but overall a great trip p that is highly recommended
Fantastic experience for the entire family . crew captain gary and first mate tammy were wonderful. Knowledgable friendly and professional crew Well planned and executed trip PA system may need an upgrade soon but overall a great trip p that is highly recommendednapagirl2009
September 2021
Best way to see the park! We had perfect blue skies after 10 days of clouds and rain. Saw a humpback slapping the water to stun fish. Saw a mama and calf humpbacks with the calf learning how to breach over and over again for about twenty minutes. Lots of bird life, puffins especially. Harbor ...
Best way to see the park! We had perfect blue skies after 10 days of clouds and rain. Saw a humpback slapping the water to stun fish. Saw a mama and calf humpbacks with the calf learning how to breach over and over again for about twenty minutes. Lots of bird life, puffins especially. Harbor seals basking on floating glacier ice. Sea lions on the rocks Raft of otters. Glaciers were beautiful and calving. Scenery stunning Very special tour.opjp
August 2021
Went onboard the Viewfinder for the 8.5 hour tour with Gary and Tammy. This is a must do experience. My family enjoyed every second of this informative tour that showed us so many beautiful things. From the wildlife to the glaciers it was majestic! Both Gary and Tammy were fantastic hosts and so ...
Went onboard the Viewfinder for the 8.5 hour tour with Gary and Tammy. This is a must do experience. My family enjoyed every second of this informative tour that showed us so many beautiful things. From the wildlife to the glaciers it was majestic! Both Gary and Tammy were fantastic hosts and so informative, you can tell they love being out on the water. The sandwiches that are provided were very tasty!