Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier Wildlife Cruise Tours

Best whale watching, green fjords, rugged cliffs & coves, puffins, seabirds, sea lions.

Resurrection Bay Cruises

Shorter cruise, calmer water, perfect for families and busy schedules

Major Marine Tours

This family-friendly half-day cruise of Resurrection Bay is a leisurely way to get up close to massive bird rookeries and sea lion colonies, and you’ll stop along the way for any whale sightings. A national park ranger guides you, and kids can take advantage of the Junior Ranger program. Enjoy guaranteed reserved seating in a heated cabin and a salmon and prime rib buffet—a steal at $15.

2.5 hr drive or 4 hr train from Anchorage

1/2 Day Tour

$65

Mid May – Late Sept

Kenai Fjords National Park Cruises

Get closer to glaciers, see more wildlife including puffins & whales

Major Marine Tours

For a full day cruise with non-stop wildlife and spectacular glacier views, head to Seward for a full-day exploration of Kenai Fjords National Park . With Major Marine Tours, perks include guaranteed reserved seating in a heated cabin, a salmon and prime rib buffet (a steal at $15), and a national park ranger as your guide.

2.5 hr drive or 4 hr train from Anchorage

Full Day Tour

$127

Mid May – Late Sept

Kenai Fjords Tours

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With 3 different half-day departures, this company’s tours are perfect for the busy traveler who needs flexibility. Their fleet of fast, modern boats takes you to specifically selected tidewater glaciers, where you’ll watch for wildlife. And some tours stop at Fox Island , where the company owns a wilderness lodge; you’ll have the opportunity for kayaking and beach walking.

2.5 hr drive or 4 hr train from Anchorage

1/2 Day Tour

$64 – $84

May – Mid Sept

Kenai Fjords Tours

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With different full-day departure times, this company’s tours are perfect for the busy traveler who needs flexibility. Their fleet of fast, modern boats takes you to specifically selected tidewater glaciers, where you’ll watch for wildlife. And some tours stop at Fox Island , where the company owns a wilderness lodge; you’ll have the opportunity for kayaking and beach walking.

2.5 hr drive or 4 hr train from Anchorage

6 - 9.5 hr

$129 – $159

May – Early Oct

Mariah Custom Tours

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Birders, photographers, and nature enthusiasts should look into one of Mariah’s custom tours. This Alaska Native-owned company provides an intimate wildlife experience aboard a small ship, customized to search out specific wildlife encounters. You’ll go where other cruises don’t and see more of the species you really want to see.

2.5 hr drive, 4 hr + 20 min by train

Full Day Tour

$169

Mid May – Early Sept

Kenai Fjords Glacier Cruises

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