Race across snowy bowls on a late-model snowmobile, then slow to a walk on snowshoes beneath the face of Exit Glacier. This four-hour dual adventure through Kenai Fjords National Park pairs speed with stillness for a winterly view of Alaska’s ice-sculpted coast.
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The first breath of Alaskan winter is a physical thing — sharp, cold, and immediate. You step from the company office in Seward into a world hushed by snow: spruce boughs sag under powder, the air tastes metallic, and the silhouette of Exit Glacier slices the sky. For the next four hours the day alternates between speed and silence. On a late-model snowmobile you push through open bowls and along cross-country trails, the machines hissing like industrial wolves. Then you swap the throttle for snowshoes, padding out across a moraine where the glacier’s face creeps toward the valley, blue ice daring you to come closer.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: comfortable standing, short uphill walks on packed snow, and basic ability to operate or ride a snowmobile.
Wildlife
History
Kenai Fjords National Park was established in 1980; its coastal fjords and Exit Glacier are products of Pleistocene glaciation and ongoing ice dynamics.
Conservation
Winter access limits human impact but the area remains sensitive: stay on groomed routes, pack out waste, and follow guide instructions to protect fragile alpine zones.
Reserve your spot on the Snowmobile and Snowshoe Dual Adventure in Kenai Fjords NP today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Layer, then layer again
Even with provided outerwear, wear a moisture-wicking base layer and insulating mid-layer — temperatures and wind on exposed runs can be much colder than Seward.
Bring spare batteries
Cold drains camera and phone batteries quickly; keep spares in an inside pocket to preserve charge.
Respect glacier hazards
Do not approach the glacier face or unstable moraine; crevasses and icefalls are hidden hazards and guides set safe viewing distances.
Hydrate and snack
Pack a small water bottle and high-energy snacks even though hot drinks are provided — activity and cold increase calorie needs.
Insulated, moisture-wicking base layers
Keep sweat off your skin and retain warmth during active sections.
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Waterproof winter boots (if not using provided boots)
Protect feet from cold and wet when moving across snow and moraine.
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Spare camera batteries and waterproof case
Cold kills battery life; keep spares warm and gear dry for shooting on the glacier.
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Compact daypack with snacks and water
Carry personal items, extra layers, and a water bottle for the snowshoe portion.
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