Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise
Overview
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7 hours 30 minutes
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Explore the whales, wildlife, and glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park on this thrilling 7.5 hour cruise. Enjoy the extra time on the water as you get up-close views of wildlife such as orca whales, humpback whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, puffins, and more. Visit two active tidewater glaciers and watch for calving, where giant chunks of ice break off and crash into the water. Visit the Chiswell Islands or Cape Resurrection, home to Steller sea lion colonies and thousands of nesting seabirds. Onboard captain narration and complimentary deli lunch for all guests.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Sandwich options are turkey, roast beef, or vegetarian. Please submit choice in advance.
Wheelchair accessibility or limited mobility requests must be submitted ahead of time due to limited seating capability
Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure for check-in
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Reserved seating inside a heated cabin
Use of binoculars while on board
Restroom on board
Onboard Naturalist Narration
Sandwich options are turkey, roast beef, or vegetarian.
All taxes and fees included in price
Water, coffee, and tea
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
What To Expect
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This 7.5 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise departs daily at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 5:00 p.m. The cruise will travel approximately 130 miles roundtrip through Resurrection Bay into Kenai Fjords National Park. Since this cruise does go out into the open Gulf of Alaska it is not recommended for anyone who is prone to motion sickness. Our half-day Resurrection Bay cruises are much better options if motion sickness is a concern.
Kenai Fjords National Park
This 7.5 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise departs daily at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 5:00 p.m. The cruise will travel approximately 130 miles roundtrip through Resurrection Bay into Kenai Fjords National Park.
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7.5 Hour Kenai Fjords Cruise
Explore the wildlife and glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park on a high-speed catamaran. Visit two active tidewater glaciers and see whales, sea otters, sea lions, puffins, and more!
Reviews
608 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour of the Kenai Fjords National Park
Raymond R,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing 7.5-hour trip in the Kenai Fjords. Beautiful wildlife spotting (black bear, bald eagle, puffins, fin whale, and orcas). This was matched by dramatic views of the glaciers.
Fun Day in Kenai Fjords NP
Kavit P,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing cruise trip, the captain and the crew are very knowledgeable and friendly! Covered a lot of cool spots. Saw whales, otters, and sea lions. Would 100% recommend it anyone looking for a day trip in Seward area
Just ok
David A,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
4.00All in all the tour was good except on the second deck where we were the windows were fogged so visibility was poor.
7.5 hour trip
Ronald S,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Dress warm, can be choppy on water depending on weather. You may see whales, puffins, sea otters and sea lions.
Fabulous tour!
Diane M,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Absolutely fabulous. The cruise reserves a spot at table for everyone so there's no jostling for seats, then we can move around the ship all day. The crew was outstanding and the experience exceeded expectations
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