A three-day winter package that combines guided snowmobiling and snowshoeing from Seward with views of Exit Glacier and the Kenai Fjords. Expect insulated gear, local guides, lodge nights at Harbor 360, and hands-on instruction for first-time riders.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A cold wind comes off the Gulf and hits first at the harbor—sharp, bracing, honest. You step out of Harbor 360 with a steaming cup in hand and the town still half-asleep; mountains loom to the north, their ridgelines carved by ice. By mid-morning you’re strapped into insulated coveralls, helmet fog clearing, and the snowmobile shudders into life, its rumble cutting through the hush. Ahead, a trail of spruce and snow leads toward Exit Glacier, white and opaque except where the ice shows blue and dangerous. The guide points to a notch on the ridge, counts the knots in a sailor’s cadence, and you move out—one machine, then another—across terrain that refuses to be ordinary.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Guests should have a moderate fitness level: able to handle several hours of activity per day, stand on snowshoes, and mount/dismount a snowmobile.
Wildlife
History
Seward developed as a railhead in the early 20th century and has long been a maritime gateway to the Kenai Peninsula and its glaciers.
Conservation
Winter access limits footprint compared with summer boat traffic, but groups must avoid fragile snow-free areas and follow Leave No Trace principles to protect alpine vegetation.
Reserve your spot on the Winter Stay and Play Adventure in Seward Alaska today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in moisture-wicking layers
Start with a baselayer, add insulated mid-layers, and keep a waterproof outer shell—temperatures and wind can change fast.
Use provided outerwear but bring your own boot liners
Operators supply insulated coveralls and boots, but a familiar liner and warm socks improve comfort and prevent blisters.
Keep batteries warm
Cold shortens camera and phone battery life—store spares against your body and rotate them into use.
Follow guide instructions on glacier margins
Stay behind physical barriers and obey route guidance—hidden crevasses and unstable ice edges are real hazards.
Insulated, moisture-wicking base layers
Keeps body heat regulated during long hours outside and prevents sweat from cooling you down.
winter
Sturdy waterproof winter boots with good traction
Necessary for walking on snow, ice, and in lodge settings; provided boots are available but personal fit helps comfort.
winter
Small insulated daypack
Carries camera gear, extra socks, hand warmers, and snacks without interfering with outerwear.
winter
Spare batteries and weatherproof camera case
Cold drains batteries quickly and a protective case prevents lens fog and moisture damage.
winter