Seward Shore Excursion: Pre- or Post-Cruise Kenai Fjords National Park Tour
Overview
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6 hours
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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!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
This tour is not recommended for travelers that need to board a cruise line before 5:30 pm.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Onboard wildlife guide
6-hour sightseeing cruise
Lunch
Restroom on board
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
What To Expect
Kenai Fjords National Park
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.
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.
Options
8AM - National Park Tour
Duration: 6 hours
11:30AM - National Park Tour
Duration: 6 hours
Reviews
50 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Whale of a Time!
Selena W,
Jun 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00The crew was top-notch, really paid attention to all of the details on the boat, and made sure we had an exciting day seeing a variety of animals. We saw otters, orcas, humpback whales, porpoises, sea lions and seals and a variety of birds, to include eagles. WOW!!
This fjord cruise is a MUST
Eugenia W,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.006 hours of breathless views of glaciers, mountains, islets, sea lions and great explanations bt the crew. 5 stars is not enough!
The captain was very...
Kate F,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00The captain was very knowledgeable and found all kinds of wildlife for us to see. It was very rough seas in the middle of it that lasted 15-20 minutes so take some motion sickness medicine if needed. The food provided was quite good. Make sure to dress for the weather! Even though the cabin was heated you and/or others will constantly be going outside to view the wildlife which leaves the doors open for the cold air to come inside. We were very impressed and glad that we booked this excursion.
Best tour of its kind!!
Sylvie L,
Sep 22, 2024
- Viator
5.00Best tour of this kind ever for us. Great captain! She stayed long enough for everyome to see the animals as well as the glaciers andother things. Her commentary was short concise and interesting. Totally on point. Great staff! The meal was very good and being allowed to grab a second serving was a very appreciated bonus. Stunning stunning stunning glacier! We have been on a couple tours like this in south America and this glacier is so much larger and thicker and more impressive. And well the eholr tour package is just so great. Totally reommend !!
Gorgeous scenery
Cathy R,
Sep 17, 2024
- Viator
5.00Nice crew. Good narration and the most beautiful scenery ever. We saw lots of sea lions and otters and birds. No whales but is late in season for that. Lunch was so so but it was nice to have a bar and snacks for purchase though very expensive You should really take this tour if you’re in Seward
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