Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Tour from Seward

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

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Hop aboard one of Alaska’s most popular wildlife and glacier cruises, and take an extraordinary six-hour journey through Kenai Fjords National Park. This must-do tour from Seward offers the chance to view whales, birds and other wildlife as you cruise past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords. You’ll visit seabird rookeries in the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy lunch as you listen to onboard commentary from the captain!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately; layers are recommended

Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, binoculars and camera recommended

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

If you're traveling by same-day train arrival and departure with the Alaska Railroad: If the train arrives late, passengers will miss the 11:30 AM departure time. We will try our best to accommodate by providing alternate tour options, space available. An alternative option would be to go on the 4.5-hour Resurrection Bay Tour that departs at 12:30 PM.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

On-board wildlife guide

6 hour glacier and wildlife sightseeing cruise

Lunch

Additional Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

What To Expect

Kenai Fjords National Park

Towering walls of rock, lush forests, tumbling glaciers and abundant wildlife await on your journey up the coast from Seward on our six unique ocean cruises. Glide past seals, sea otters and sea lions playing and sunning on rocky shores. Watch puffins and eagles soar above. Wonder at the sight of whales frolicking at sea - all of these signature Alaskan sights are easily accessible on our wildlife and glacier cruises in Kenai Fjords National Park.

6 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge

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.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

National Park Tour with Lunch

Duration: 6 hours
Lunch

Reviews

4.75

1,037 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

883

This tour was the highlight of our time in Seward!
julierW2350QD,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic tour and highly recommend. Booking experience was flawless, moved our dates to accommodate better weather and did not have any issues, check in was friendly and efficient. The Captain and her all female team took very good care of us and adjusted the tour based on the story of the day - a calving glacier and a super pod of whales. Lunch was "meh", but not the emphasis of our expectations.
A wonderful day
R339QKrl,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a singular experience! Otters, puffins, whales, glaciers (and glaciers calving), sea lions… so many amazing sights! The ride was comfortable and fun, and Captain Mike and the NJ crew were informative, capable, and friendly. Highly recommended.
Orcas and such a kind crew!
Sierra Y,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
BEAUTIFUL views and we had a very kind and experienced crew. They were so sweet and congratulatory to us (we are newlyweds!) and really made the trip worth it. WE SAW ORCAS!!
Excellent trip
Table42,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The excellent captain and crew made for a pleasurable voyage on the 6 hour Classic Kenai Fjords Park Tour. The ship (Aialik Voyager) was comfortable, even in the rain. Animals are moving out of the area in early September, but we were fortunate to see a humpback whale; sea otters, sea lions, mountain goats, jelly fish and birdlife were prevalent. The overcast day made for beautiful blue coloration of the glaciers. Seasickness is possible when the seas are rough (especially during the 25 minute sea crossing); first level, outdoor seating is best. Consider pre-medicating if this has been an issue for you previously.
Amazing Wildlife Cruise with Friendly Crew
tetianab553,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The crew was excellent — very friendly and attentive throughout the tour. The captain always pointed out where to look and what we were seeing: orcas, seals, sea lions, an eagle, and even an otter. They made sure to slow down or stop so that everyone had a chance to see the wildlife. I also appreciated their drink deal: for $12 you could buy a souvenir cup and get unlimited refills of soda, coffee, and tea. At the end of the trip, we were treated to freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, which was a wonderful surprise. Lunch, however, was a bit underwhelming — just a burrito and chips. For such a long cruise, it would be nice to have a hot meal option, like soup and some protein. Connectivity was also an issue for me. Since I work remotely, being without signal for six hours was stressful. It would be great if the boat were equipped with Wi-Fi, even if paid. The highlight of the cruise was seeing the glacier up close. The crew even brought a piece of glacier ice on board so we could touch it — and even use it in our drinks! Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I would definitely recommend. Just be sure to dress warmly, as it can get quite windy out on the water.
See the wildlife and glaciers in Kenai Fjords
stephenpH2276DE,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Highly recommend. We saw whales, sea lions, mountain goats, and a melting glacier. The crew was great. Tip: bring sea sickness medication and look at the horizon when the waters get bumpy.
Trip of a lifetime!
George P,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wonderful experience with crew that explained what we were seeing. I learned a lot about things I had no knowledge of.
It was a great...
Stacey O,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a great experience! Completely worth it! Definitely be prepared for the journey where the waves rock the boat. It was beautiful in so many ways. Seeing the beauty of nature, the animals, the scenery, all of it.
The boat ride was great. ...
Jeff C,
Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The boat ride was great. The all female crew did a very good job awnsering question and being informative of what was the boat was doing at all times. Just a little caution you will have alot of motion with the boat on part of the tour. Great Job!
So glad we took this boat tour.
AnaGarcia,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
What a fantastic experience. Everyone on the boat crew was very responsive to our needs and questions. We saw so much wildlife, including bald eagles, sea otters, birds, seals, and most of all a black bear on the shore near one of the. Glaciers. Also, the lunch they served was quite good. A chicken burrito with chips and salsa. Tasty. And then towards the end of the cruise, they served everyone warm chocolate chip cookies. It was fantastic. They also have drinks, sodas, juices, coffee, if you’d want to buy something. Would definitely recommend this if you are in Seward.