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Major Marine Tours: 4-Hour Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

4 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; comfortable seating and accessible decks available.

Overview

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Kenai Fjords on a 4-hour wildlife cruise from Seward. Enjoy sightings of whales, sea otters, and more amid stunning glacier vistas with expert guides from Miller's Landing.

Boat Tour
Sightseeing Tour
Wildlife
Seward, Alaska

Major Marine Tours: 4-Hour Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise

$145 per Adult

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About This Adventure

Embark on a captivating 4-hour Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise with Major Marine Tours, where you’ll encounter whales, sea otters, and puffins amidst breathtaking glaciers. Enjoy expert narration from a National Park Ranger, reserved indoor seating, and a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet, making this an unforgettable family-friendly adventure in Alaska.

4-Hour Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise


Rates

Adults: $145 Ages 12+ Children: $72.50 Ages 2-11 Infants: Free!


About Major Marine Tours

  • Major Marine Tours offers seven cruise options into the pristine waters of Kenai Fjords National Park and two cruise options into the calm, protected waters of Prince William Sound. Departing from Seward and Whittier, our cruises are one of the “can’t miss” sightseeing activities in Alaska. View whales, sea otters, sea lions, puffins, and more! Visit active tidewater glaciers and marvel at Alaska’s magnificent scenery.
  • Major Marine Tours is an award-winning, family-owned business that has operated in Alaska since 1990. Major Marine Tours has been recognized as an industry leader for pioneering such innovative programs as bringing National Park Rangers aboard as interpreters and offering passengers reserved indoor seating on every cruise. We are the first and the only operators to offer an Alaska salmon and prime rib "all-you-can-eat" buffet freshly prepared on board, which has been consistently rated the best of any day cruise company in Alaska.
  • Major Marine Tours is one of the first marine tour operators in Alaska to join Denali Green Tag's Tour Green program, the first carbon offsetting program offered for Alaskan tourism.
  • Over the years, our awards have included “Kenai Fjords National Park Partner of the Year” and "Kenai Peninsula Outstanding Business in Tourism." We have also received TripAdvisor’s “Award of Excellence” in 2013 and 2014 for our tours in Kenai Fjords National Park and Prince William Sound.

About this Tour

  • Our 4 Hour Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise explores the calm, protected waters and rugged coastline of Resurrection Bay.
  • You will experience up-close encounters with wildlife as we guide our ship along massive bird rookeries and sea lion colonies, stopping along the route to view passing whales and otters.
  • You will see alpine glaciers tucked in the surrounding Chugach and Kenai Mountain Ranges and cruise by Bear Glacier, a piedmont glacier and the largest glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park.
  • A National Park Ranger will be onboard to narrate your cruise.
  • The protected waters of Resurrection Bay are calmer than the open waters visited on our longer Kenai Fjords National Park cruises, making this tour a better option for those who are prone to seasickness.
  • Cruise the calm, protected waters of Resurrection Bay
  • Wildlife: whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, puffins, eagles, seabirds
  • Onboard National Park Ranger provides narration and answers questions
  • Fun and educational Junior Ranger Program available for children
  • Guaranteed reserved seating in a heated cabin for every guest
  • Complimentary use of binoculars while onboard
  • Ideal for families and those traveling with small children.
  • Free parking
  • Vessel: Star of the Northwest (115 feet, monohull, seats 196, cruising speed 12 knots, wheelchair accessible on the main deck)

Adventure Tips

Dress in layers

Weather can change rapidly at sea, so bring layered clothing to stay comfortable.

Bring your binoculars and camera

Enhance wildlife viewing and capture unforgettable moments with good optics and a camera.

Arrive early

Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to check-in and get the best seats on the deck.

Use sun protection

Bring sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to protect against sun glare and UV rays at sea.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Killer whales (orcas)
  • Humpback whales

History

Kenai Fjords National Park was established in 1980 to protect its stunning glaciers and rich marine ecosystem.

Conservation

Miller's Landing emphasizes eco-friendly practices to minimize environmental impact during tours.

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Recommended Gear

Warm waterproof jacket

Essential

Protects against wind and rain while out on the water.

Binoculars

Enhances wildlife viewing from the deck.

Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)

Essential

Protects against UV rays during sunny days at sea.

summer specific

Sturdy, non-slip shoes

Essential

Ensures safety on the boat's wet or uneven surfaces.