moderate to difficult
4 hours to multi-day
Participants should have good endurance, balance, and basic fitness to handle uneven terrain and cold conditions.
Discover Seward’s wild heart with Kenai Backcountry Adventures, offering everything from glacier ice climbing to bear safaris and backcountry skiing. Experience Alaska’s rugged landscapes with expert guides who provide personalized, spirited trips for every season.
Set against the dramatic landscape of Seward, Alaska, Kenai Backcountry Adventures offers a spectrum of outdoor experiences that put you directly into the rugged wilderness of the Kenai Peninsula. This region is defined by towering icefields, glacial rivers, dense boreal forests, and vibrant wildlife populations that include Alaska’s iconic bears. From adrenaline-charged rafting runs on the Kenai and Resurrection Rivers to glacier climbing and heli-assisted trekking, their line-up of multi-season tours delivers immersive encounters with some of the last great wild spaces in the United States. Unique among Alaska outfitters, Kenai Backcountry Adventures provides intimate, small-group experiences designed to fit a wide range of skill levels and interests. Their Exit Glacier Ice Climbing and Ice Hiking adventures let travelers stand on ancient ice that grinds down some of the country’s most dramatic mountain terrain, while lodge-based bear safaris provide memorable, close-up views of Alaskan brown bears and their cubs in a responsible, sustainably managed setting. Seasonal packages transition smoothly from summer hiking through the Harding Icefield Trail to winter snowmobiling and splitboarding expeditions that access remote ice and powder fields. Their guides, praised for knowledge and kindness, tailor outings with personal attention, often accommodating families and special needs with thoughtful adaptations. The wilderness they guide through is part of the Kenai Fjords National Park and nearby wildlife refuges, where fjords sculpt granite coasts and glaciers carve deep valleys. With Kenai Backcountry Adventures, visitors gain a front-row seat to Alaska’s wild character, paired with expertly guided logistics and a genuine commitment to making outdoor adventure accessible and unforgettable in this iconic landscape.
Temperatures on glaciers like Exit Glacier can be much colder than in town—wear insulated, windproof layers and sturdy boots with good tread.
Rafting the Kenai or Resurrection rivers means encounters with cold spray and rain showers—wear quick-drying clothes and a waterproof jacket.
Many hikes involve uneven ground, rocky ascents, and glacier travel; build up to moderate hikes before tackling multi-day backcountry camping.
Bear safaris fill quickly during prime salmon-run season; ensure your spot by reserving several months ahead.
Seward is a gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park, established in 1980 to protect glaciers and marine wildlife habitats.
Kenai Backcountry Adventures emphasizes low-impact travel and educates guests on preserving local ecosystems.
Protects against wind, rain, and glacier chill during all excursions.
all specific
Provides sturdy footing for glacier hiking and ice climbing routes.
all specific
Enables temperature regulation from exertion and changing weather.
all specific
Keeps hands warm and dry during cold-water and ice activities.
fall|winter|spring specific