Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour
Overview
Make the most of your time in Seward with a pre- or post-cruise shore excursion through Kenai Fjords National Park. Enjoy a six-hour voyage on Alaska's most popular wildlife and glacier cruise, coasting past alpine and tidewater glaciers amid the fjords of Harding Icefield. You’ll view migratory seabird rookeries in the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, and keep your eyes out for whales and other wildlife viewing while aboard the boat. Enjoy complimentary lunch and onboard commentary from the captain as you take in the magnificent sights!
Inclusions
- 6-hour sightseeing cruise
- Lunch
- Onboard wildlife guide
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward Highway, Seward, AK
In Kenai Fjords National Park, over half of the landmass is covered by the enormous Harding Icefield, a thousand-foot block of ice that dates back to the last Ice Age. The Harding spills out in all directions in the form of glaciers. Some stretch northwest into rugged hills of the Kenai Peninsula. Others—five of them, to be exact—reach as far as the sea along the craggy coast of the Gulf of Alaska.
Duration: 6 hours
Pass By: Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Saint Paul Island, AK
Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge is comprised of 2, 400 islands, headlands, rocks, islets, spires and reefs and is known for its abundance of seabirds.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward Highway, Seward, AK
In Kenai Fjords National Park, over half of the landmass is covered by the enormous Harding Icefield, a thousand-foot block of ice that dates back to the last Ice Age. The Harding spills out in all directions in the form of glaciers. Some stretch northwest into rugged hills of the Kenai Peninsula. Others—five of them, to be exact—reach as far as the sea along the craggy coast of the Gulf of Alaska.
Duration: 6 hours
Pass By: Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Saint Paul Island, AK
Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge is comprised of 2, 400 islands, headlands, rocks, islets, spires and reefs and is known for its abundance of seabirds.
Additional information
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately; layers are recommended
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, binoculars and camera recommended
- Wheelchair accessible
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour is not recommended for travelers that need to board a cruise line before 5:30 pm.
- 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 130 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.
Shannon_A
July 2023
Wonderful cruise! Great staff! we loved seeing the glaciers and wildlife, especially the humpback whales.
Wonderful cruise! Great staff! we loved seeing the glaciers and wildlife, especially the humpback whales.John_M
June 2023
The glacier. Book directly though as logistics to get on the boat and check in through the third party was very bad. The excursion on the boat was excellent. Captain and the crew were outstanding!
The glacier. Book directly though as logistics to get on the boat and check in through the third party was very bad. The excursion on the boat was excellent. Captain and the crew were outstanding!James_J
May 2023
Skipper and crew were terrific—friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Ad they gave us fresh cookies! We lucked out with the orcas—they showed off and it was a thrill to watch them. Wonderful experience all around.
Skipper and crew were terrific—friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Ad they gave us fresh cookies! We lucked out with the orcas—they showed off and it was a thrill to watch them. Wonderful experience all around.willcH5122TA
May 2023
Great tour. Went on the first national forest tour of the season. Did not expect it to be as good as it was. Saw lots of orcas, lots of humpbacks, porpoise’s, seals, sea lions, otters, bald eagles, puffins, big chunks of ice falling off the glacier!!! Crew was amazing, accommodating, and helpful!...
Great tour. Went on the first national forest tour of the season. Did not expect it to be as good as it was. Saw lots of orcas, lots of humpbacks, porpoise’s, seals, sea lions, otters, bald eagles, puffins, big chunks of ice falling off the glacier!!! Crew was amazing, accommodating, and helpful! Captain was great at pointing things out and very knowledgeable! Stopped when there was things to see and was very good at positioning the boat for us to see things. Highly recommend checking this out if you are in Seward. Worth the drive from anchorage to Seward(it’s a beautiful drive anyways)! 10/10 will be back for another tour next time we are in ak.Carol210
August 2019
Seward was the last stop on our Alaska Land Tour and decided to do this pre-cruise excursion since we had most of the day before our Holland America cruise departed at 8:00 PM. We took the earlier schedule and left on a shuttle that dropped us off at the wharf and didn’t have to deal with our l...
Seward was the last stop on our Alaska Land Tour and decided to do this pre-cruise excursion since we had most of the day before our Holland America cruise departed at 8:00 PM. We took the earlier schedule and left on a shuttle that dropped us off at the wharf and didn’t have to deal with our luggage as it would be transferred to the ship and deposited in our cabin. The catamaran ride was very stable with everyone able to enjoy the views either from inside or on the observation deck. Free apples were available if feeling seasick. You can watch your vessel’s route on the digital map. Our day out was sunny and saw many wildlife, whales, puffins, sea lions and otters. Don’t forget the binoculars and water. The captain provided commentary of life and sights in the Kenai Peninsula and Park. Remember the sunscreen if you plan to enjoy the cruise outside. We spent a lot of time observing the Northwestern Glacier and saw it caving. When you board, you might want to stake out your seats inside, as we learned other passengers had spread themselves out with their belongings taking up any extra seats for anyone to sit down. A box lunch is included and included a chicken wrap, chips, granola bar and fresh baked cookies. The ship crew was friendly and helpful and made the 6-hr trip one to remember.John_J
July 2023
The crew was Great, from start to finish. They made sure we could get great pics of the whales. We saw sealions and the glacier was fantastic .
The crew was Great, from start to finish. They made sure we could get great pics of the whales. We saw sealions and the glacier was fantastic .