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6 HOUR KENAI FJORDS NATIONAL PARK CRUISE
6 hour kenai fjords national park cruise.
Visit an active tidewater glacier and discover the whales and abundant wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park on our most popular cruise.
PRICE & DATES
Adult (age 12+): $219.00
Child (age 2-11): 109.50
Infant (under 2): Free
Tax and harbor fee not included in above prices.
AFTERNOON DEPARTURE
May 4 – September 22, 2024
Departing: 11:30 am
Returning: 5:30 pm
MORNING DEPARTURE
June 7 – August 18, 2024
Departing: 8:00 am
Returning: 2:00 pm
6 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise Highlights
- Visit an active tidewater glacier
- See wildlife such as orca whales, humpback whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, puffins, eagles, and many species of seabirds
- Captain narration and interactive program for kids
- Binoculars available to use while onboard
- Complimentary deli lunch for all guests with choice of three sandwich options: turkey, roast beef, or vegetarian. Please note of dietary restrictions at the time of booking.
- The afternoon cruise is the best cruise option for those traveling with round-trip transportation on the deluxe motorcoach from Anchorage
Cruise Overview
Our 6 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise explores the world of whales, wildlife, and glaciers found in Kenai Fjords National Park. Our experienced captains will fully narrate your journey and will point out the spectacular sights while providing information on the area’s wildlife, history, and geology. You will spend time in front of a towering tidewater glacier and watch for calving, where giant chunks of glacial ice break off and crash into the water.
Choose from two different departures! In addition to the afternoon departure, the morning 6 Hour Cruise will depart at 8am and return at 2pm for the early morning risers.
- Guaranteed reserved seating in our heated cabin for every guest. In order for parties to be seated together on our cruises, there is a possibility of sharing a table with another party.
- Complimentary deli lunch is provided. Complimentary coffee, tea, and water are provided. Snacks, beverages, and full bar drinks are available for purchase during the cruise.
- Departure location: Seward Harbor 360 Hotel
- Wheelchair accessible on the first deck, inside the main cabin only. Outside decks are not wheelchair accessible. Please note if there are wheelchairs in your party when making your reservation. More information about vessel wheelchair accessibility can be found here .
The afternoon cruise aligns with same-day, round-trip transportation on the Alaska Railroad. The train arrives in Seward at 11:15 a.m. and the cruise departs at 11:30 a.m., please walk directly to the check-in office at Harbor 360 Hotel (2 minute walk from the Alaska Railroad Depot) and board the boat from the dock behind the hotel. When the cruise returns at 5:30 p.m., you will have enough time to walk to the depot and board the train before the 6:00 p.m. departure. If the train arrives late, we will do our best to transfer passengers to a different date or to the 4 Hour Cruise that departs at 12:30pm. More information can be found on our transportation page .
ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS:
– Resurrection Bay – Bear Glacier (piedmont glacier, visibility weather permitting) – Kenai Fjords National Park – Gulf of Alaska – Aialik Bay – Holgate or Aialik Glacier (tidewater glacier) – Chiswell Islands, part of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge (weather permitting and captain’s choice) – Bird Rookeries – Steller Sea Lion Haul Outs
Routes are captain’s choice and will vary depending on weather, wildlife, and glacier ice conditions.
Can I take this cruise and the train on the same day? Yes, the afternoon cruise aligns with same-day, round-trip Alaska Railroad transportation. A Major Marine Tours representative will be at the depot to direct you to you to the check-in office. The train depot is only a 2 minute walk from the check-in office for this cruise. When the cruise is over, you will have enough time to walk back to the depot before the train departs at 6:00 p.m. If the train arrives late, we will do our best to transfer passengers to a different date or to the 4 Hour Cruise that departs at 12:30pm.
Will I see any glaciers on this cruise? Yes, this cruise visits one active tidewater glacier in Aialik Bay. Depending on weather, you may also see Bear Glacier, which is a piedmont glacier and the largest glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park, along with alpine glaciers perched high in the mountains.
Will I see any whales on this cruise? While we cannot guarantee whale sightings, our captains visit wildlife hot spots and communicate with other vessels about recent wildlife sightings to give our guests the best chances of viewing whales. On average, we see whales on 80% of our 6 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruises. The longer you are on the water, the greater your chances are of seeing whales.
Will I get seasick? This tour crosses through the Gulf of Alaska for a short time, where there is a higher chance of seasickness due to the area’s bumpy open waters. If you are prone to seasickness, we recommend taking motion sickness medication such as Dramamine or Bonine before the cruise. This medication can be purchased at our check-in offices and onboard our cruises. Our half-day cruises stay in protected waters, where seasickness is less likely.
PHOTOS & VIDEOS
HEAR WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING
I loved this tour.
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My expectations were surpassed in every way possible. The staff was kind and courteous. I was very pleased with the precautions taken to make the passengers feel safe during these uncertain times, Laura was a wonderful narrator and guide. Our sail was smooth and comfortable. Thank you to all the staff for making this a wonderful experience. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. I loved this tour!
Guest Comment Card
Alaska Adventure
We had a large group of eleven people. The staff made sure we had two tables together and everybody was very accommodating. It is nice that you have the tables as your home base for the entire trip. We were able to leave our belongings and everybody could come and go without losing track of family members. All the staff from captain, crew and the onboard park ranger were incredible. Definitely a big thumbs up from us.
Amazing value!
I loved that this is the only local company running cruises out of Seward! We had a brochure day seeing a humpback, 2 pods of orcas, sea lions, 2 types of puffins, double breasted cormorants, bald eagles, sea otters and porpoises. We had a blast and would do this again with this company in a heart beat.
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6 Hour Kenai Fjords Cruise
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The 6-hour cruise is perfect for those wanting to explore Kenai Fjords National Park, but don’t have a full day to dedicate to the cruise tour. These shorter trips still provide the opportunity to witness an active tidewater glacier first hand, as well as catching site of some of Alaska’s famed marine and coastal wildlife along the way. For this cruise you can choose from either a morning or an afternoon departure.
The 6 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise will take you deep into the world of glaciers, sea birds, whales and other amazing wildlife as you cruise the bay and witness some incredible scenery. Your experienced captain will keep you riveted with interesting facts and colorful commentary while making sure to point out all of the can’t miss points of interest.
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- Visit an active tidewater glacier
- See wildlife such as orca whales, humpback whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, puffins, eagles, and many species of seabirds
- Captain narration and interactive program for kids
- Complimentary deli lunch for all guests with a choice of sandwich options
- This is the best cruise option for those traveling with round-trip transportation on the Alaska Railroad or deluxe motorcoach from Anchorage
Terms & Policies
Total cost due at time of booking. Cancellations may be made up to 72 hours prior to cruise departure. Reservation date may be changed once, free of charge, up to 24 hours prior to departure. Any subsequent change is subject to a $15 per person re-booking fee.
Please check in 30 minutes prior to your cruise departure time.
Pay parking is available at the public parking lot across 4th Avenue from Harbor 360 Hotel and at another lot one block south of the South Harbor Offices on 4th Avenue. There is a $10 charge per vehicle per day.
Complimentary shuttle service is available to the check-in offices from popular destinations in Seward including the train depot and cruise ship terminal. Please call in advance to reserve shuttle pick-up.
Guests are urged to dress in layers, including a warm rain-proof coat, hat, gloves, and comfortable, rubber-soled shoes. Guests are welcome to stay in the heated cabins, but warm clothes are recommended for guests who would like to spend time outside on the viewing decks.
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