Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half Day Wildlife Cruise

4.8 (1,478 Viator reviews) 4 hrs Seward area

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half Day Wildlife Cruise
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About this activity

Search for whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, bald eagles, puffins, and many other types of marine birds as you cruise the the protected waters of Resurrection Bay on this 4 hour cruise. Rather than following a set route, this cruise travels to the best whale and wildlife viewing areas that day based on reports from other vessels. The experienced captains will explore the area’s wildlife hot spots to maximize your chances of viewing whales and other wildlife. You'll experience up-close encounters with wildlife as the boat cruises by massive bird rookeries and sea lion colonies, stopping along the route to view passing whales and otters. Peak season for whale watching is June through mid-August.

Itinerary

  1. Resurrection Bay · pass by

    Cruise from Seward through Resurrection Bay

  2. Major Marine Tours · 60 min

    Check-in at Harbor 360 Hotel

  3. Bear Glacier · pass by

    Cruise by Bear Glacier

What's included

  • All taxes and fees included
  • Expert narration from experienced captain
  • Use of binoculars
  • Water, coffee, and tea

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Major Marine Tours check-in at the Harbor 360 Hotel. Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure. Last call for boarding is 10 minutes prior to departure. Late arrivals will not qualify for a refund. 1412 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 Drive time from Anchorage is 4 hours.

End point: Major Marine Tours check-in at the Harbor 360 Hotel. Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure. Last call for boarding is 10 minutes prior to departure. Late arrivals will not qualify for a refund. 1412 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 Drive time from Anchorage is 4 hours.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
  • We continue to maintain our high standard of cleanliness and have implement additional cleaning procedures for commonly touched surfaces during the cruise.
  • Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure.
  • Life jackets and vessel safety equipment are provided. All vessels are US Coast Guard inspected and certified and operated by licensed captains.
  • Restrooms available on-board.
  • Handrails provided throughout vessels.

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.8/5

1,478 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

  • 5 star1,261
  • 4 star143
  • 3 star43
  • 2 star14
  • 1 star17

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Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Seward (Viator lists this tour under Seward; it has no meeting-point coordinates).