Click here to download a printable version of the driving directions and map. The ultimate whale watch seward whale watching and. Rather than following a set route, this cruise travels to the best whale and wildlife viewing areas that day based on reports from other vessels. The ultimate whale watch seward whale watching and glacier. The waters around kenai fjords and resurrection bay provide a unique experience, whether seeing the aweinspiring power of a tidewater glacier and the expanse of the gulf of alaska or spotting any of the. Search for whales, sea otters, steller sea lions, dalls porpoises, harbor seals, bald eagles, puffins, and many other types of marine birds as you cruise the the protected waters of resurrection bay on this 3. Whale watching tour 100% guarantee sighting seward alaska. Alaskas most popular wildlife, whale watching and glacier cruise. Welcome to kenai fjords glacier lodge experience the kenai fjords and alaskas famed seacoast up close from our alaska wilderness lodge. At night at the kenai fjords wilderness lodge on fox island feels like a trip to another world.
Murres, kittiwakes, puffins and other seabirds perch and nest along cliff faces just above the swells. Jul 01, 2016 whale watching cruises are a popular activity on the waters along the coast of the park. A number of companies offer these services and you will not be disappointed. Alaska travel photos, browse hundreds of photos from scenic locations across alaska including denali national park, anchorage, seward, talkeetna and fairbanks. One of the 17 national monuments he created was kenai fjords, located on the kenai peninsula in the south central part of the state.
Departing daily from the prince william sound ports of seward or whittier, enjoy first class cruises with up front views of magnificent glaciers, humpback whales, orca, and other marine life. Kenai fjords can be a challenging place to visit, with much of it only accessible from the water. These people revere the whale and respect its abilities as a predator. Day whale watching tours depart from seward, ak and whittier, ak and. Spot whales, puffins and otters its a perfect anchorage day trip. Kenai fjords national park includes three main areas exit glacier, harding icefield and the coast. Bald eagles and puffins represent some of the most charismatic examples of the myriad of birdlife that call the park home. Theres a simple reason why kenai fjord tours is so popular for glacier tours out of seward. One of the most amazing natural places in southcentral alaska, kenai fjords national park is the perfect place to explore marine life, fish for salmon and halibut, and watch glacier ice tumble into the waters below. Our kenai fjords national park cruises offer some of the best whale watching opportunities in alaska, with chances of seeing humpback whales, orca whales, gray whales, fin whales, and minke whales. Kenai fjords and resurrection bay halfday wildlife cruise.
We offer seven cruise options departing from the beautiful harbor town of seward, alaska. Kenai fjords tours boats kenai fjords tours operates the largest day cruise fleet in southcentral alaska. Highlights and main attractions of kenai fjords national park a seemingly magical place, where ice caps pour into the ocean and deep fjords carve into the coast, kenai fjords national park is a geological wonderland at the edge of the kenai peninsula in southcentral alaska, dating all the way back to the last ice age. The national park service is modifying its operations on a parkbypark basis in accordance with the latest guidance from the centers for. Orca killer whales alaska kenai fjords national park. From outdoor activities, such as whale watching and hiking. One of the best things about kenai fjords national park is getting there. With over 25 years experience, they will show you the fjords bestkept secrets. Kenai fjords national park the greatest american road trip. We pioneered the art of exploring kenai fjords national park. Spring gray whale watching tours, summer humpback whale watching, and orca whale watching trips. As the only alaska wilderness lodge within kenai fjords national park, a stay at this exclusive lodge on the kenai peninsula is sure to be a unique and memorable alaska vacation experience.
Kenai fjords national park boasts abundant wildlife, alpine and tidewater glaciers. Kenai fjords national park cruise from anchorage alaska tours. The 700squaremile harding ice field is one of only four remaining ice fields in u. Both living at the entrance to this geographic wonder along with an extensive assignment with the park service have largely contributed to our increased coverage of kenai fjords national park. Fin whales and minke whales are also found in the area, though sightings of these species are rare. View wildlife such as whales, sea otters, steller sea lions, puffins, and more. Seward small group whale watching, wildlife, and glacier tour our partners at alaska saltwater lodge will take you on a full day adventure deep into kenai fjords national park. Alaska whale watching glacier tours are the most popular activity in kenai fjords national park. All kenai fjords tours also includes calving tidewater glaciers. Some ruins from this period can still be seen in the fjord. Tours cruises of kenai fjords national park kenai fjords tours. Seward alaska whale watching, glacier viewing, wildlife. Humpbacks and orcas are the most common types of whales seen in kenai fjords national park. Visitors can drive to seward, the nearest town, from anchorage along the seward highway, a national scenic byway, or take the train from anchorage.
Gray whales are seen only in the spring as they pass through the gulf of alaska on their annual migration. Kenai fjords national park is an american national park established in 1980 by the alaska. Kenai fjords national park whale watching glacier tours 6 hour and 8 12 hour cruises small boat whale watching cruise kenai fjords whale watching cruise northwestern fjord cruise resurrection bay cruise fox island dinner cruise. Kenai fjords national park fast facts national parked. Were working around the clock to make sure your kenai fjords experience is safe and you have flexibility to change your plans if you need to. Passengers on the 6 hour kenai fjords national park cruise departing at 11. A national park ranger will be onboard to narrate your cruise as you experience wildlife and visit massive bird rookeries and sea lion colonies, stopping along the route to view passing whales and otters. Aug 08, 2017 whale watching seward alaska orca killer whales seward alaska kenai fjords national park binoculars take a cruise to the kenai fjords. Carter set aside 570,000 acres for the monument, which he hoped.
Whale watching cruises are a popular activity on the waters along the coast of the park. Kenai fjords national park is approximately 70,000 acres in area and around half of the park is. More time on the water allows the captain to seek out the best wildlife viewing opportunities in the area. Landbased wildlife in the park includes black and brown bear, coyote, mountain goat, river otter, moose, gray wolf and wolverine. Aboard a warm and spacious vessel customized for comfort, cruise past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords and take in a bounty of. It became a national park in 1980 to preserve the fjord and rainforest ecosystems, harding icefield, abundant wildlife and historical and archeological remains, and to provide visitor access. With drew bostwick, danielle chua, rachael coccia, clark dehart. Whale watching is sometimes whale waiting, says one alaska boat captain. This veteran tour operator offers a ton of variety in its day trips into resurrection bay and kenai fjords national park. May 30, 2010 video of some humpback whales we saw while taking our kenai fjords tour, the whale thats jumping is a baby, its swimming with the mom. Watch the alaskan wilderness awaken on this 6hour morning cruise through kenai fjords national park from seward. The park contains the harding icefield, one of the largest ice fields in the united states. Orca killer whales alaska kenai fjords national park seward. Seward alaska whale watching, glacier viewing, wildlife and.
Whales, dolphins, sea otters, harbor seals and sea lions are all visible in kenai fjords national park. Kenai fjords national park is an american national park established in 1980 by the alaska national interest lands conservation act. Since kenai fjords is only 1,047 square miles in area, it is the smallest of alaskas national parkdesignated nps units. While you might see some of these animals from shore, the best option is a day cruise out of seward. Rated most popular attraction in alaska by tripadvisor in 2018. Maybe you want a short tour as part of a leisurely afternoon, or maybe you want a full day that also includes getting off the. Commentary from your park ranger guide makes the most of this 100mile 160kilometer cruise through the stunning landscapes of kenai fjords national park, including stops at holgate glacier and the chiswell islands, home to large populations of wildlife. Wonder at the sight of whales frolicking at sea all of these signature alaskan sights are easily accessible on our wildlife and glacier cruises in kenai fjords national park.
Kenai fjords national park photos, stock photos of kenai. Visit our exclusive fox island lodge and enjoy a delicious wild alaska salmon buffet and a national park ranger program. Seward whale watching glacier cruise kenai fjords tours. Take a fabulous boat tour and enjoy a day whale watching in alaska. Aboard a warm and spacious vessel customized for comfort, cruise past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords and take in a bounty of wildlife sightings, including whales, sea lions and birds. Wildlife viewing, photography and calving tidewater glaciers. Orca whales hunt and fish for the same foods that some native peoples use. Embark on a sixhour coastal catamaran cruise with kenai fjords tours, featuring resurrection bay and kenai fjords national park. Alaskas most popular wildlife, whale watching and glacier tour. Exit glacier, a halfmile wide river of ice, is the easiest section of the park to access. Tours cruises of kenai fjords national park kenai fjords. Whale watching seward alaska orca killer whales seward alaska kenai fjords national park binoculars take a cruise to the kenai fjords. Of course we cant control nature, but we are so sure that we will see a whale on this whale watching tour that the boat captain is willing to say that if a whale is not sighted on this adventure your money will be refunded.
Whale watching is incredibly popular in glacier bay and in kenai fjords national parks, but it doesnt always come easy. Alaska travel photos kenai fjords tours humpback whale. Explore the whales, wildlife, and glaciers of kenai fjords national park on a stable catamaran. On this day trip from anchorage, travel to seward, alaska then depart on a wildlife and glacier cruise into kenai fjords national park. Whale watching cruise with kenai fjords tours in seward alaska. In addition to whale watching, seek out steller sea lions, sea otters, dalls porpoises and more on the marine wildlife and glacier cruise. Kenai fjords national park was established as a national monument in 1978. Nestled within a nativeowned wildlife sanctuary on the edge of a.
Highlights and main attractions of kenai fjords national park a seemingly magical place, where ice caps pour into the ocean and deep fjords carve into the coast, kenai fjords national park is a geological wonderland at the edge of the kenai peninsula in southcentral. Wildlife viewing at kenai fjords kenai peninsula, alaska. Climb 30 feet down into a glacial crevasse, then take a kayak trip through one of kenais icy lagoons. This is a must for anyone interested in alaska glacier cruises, whale watching, alaska bird watching. Experience superb wildlife viewing in the alaska maritime national wildlife refuge and get an upclose view of tidewater glaciers. Pronunciation of kenai fjords national park with 1 audio pronunciation, 1 synonym, 1 meaning, 6 translations, 3 sentences and more for kenai fjords national park. Explore kenai fjords national park for exit, aialik and holgate glaciers. Whale fjord was the site of much british and us military activity during world war ii. Seward whale watching glacier cruises kenai fjords tours. Cruise the calmer, protected waters of resurrection bay. Someone said that the kenai fjords national park is the same as seeing the glaciers on the cruise ship glacier national park and college fjord, and that the whale watching in juneau will see more whales. Aqua kids kenai fjord wildlife and orcas tv episode 20 on imdb.
The fjords and rugged islands of kenai fjords national park and the alaska maritime national wildlife refuge showcase the best of alaskas marine world in a compact package. The 5hour kenai fjords wildlife cruise ventures 55 miles roundtrip and discovers wildlife found in and around the pristine waters of resurrection bay. The adventure begins with a 12mile boat ride out of historic seward into the heart of coastal alaska. Listen to the sound of icebergs, captured with special contact microphones. The city of seward is the closest city of size, being adjacent to the park, and serving as the parks headquarters. The millennium class vessels are 95 feet long and coast guard licensed for 150 passengers. Keep watch for stellar sea lions, puffins, harbor seals, sea otters and birds. Kenai fjords national park is located along the southern coast of alaska, where the land meets the gulf of alaska. Alaska whale watching in kenai fjords major marine tours. Alaska whale watching tours depart from sewards small boat harbor. From the waters of resurrection bay to the distant fjords and glaciers, a lifetime of passion and adventure comes together with every tour. Small boat whale watching cruise kenai fjords whale watching cruise northwestern fjord cruise resurrection bay cruise fox island dinner cruise.
Since 1998, super pods have been seen on and around august 1 in the kenai fjords. When you arrive at fox island, mistcovered pebble beaches and crystalclear waters call for adventure. Witness the amazing annual migration of california gray whales, traveling 5000 miles to kenai fjords national park, alaska. Kenai fjords tours glacier and whale watching cruises to kenai fjords national park in seward, alaska. Kenai fjords national park, one of alaskas few roadaccessible national parks, is a wonderland of mountains, glaciers, and wildlife. This area in southcentral alaska is famous for its rich marine wildlife, beautiful fjords, stunning coastal landscapes and numerous glaciers. Video of some humpback whales we saw while taking our kenai fjords tour, the whale thats jumping is a baby, its swimming with the mom. Whale watching seward, kenai fjords glacier cruise. No other company in seward offers a whale guarantee. Aqua kids kenai fjord wildlife and orcas tv episode.
Someone said that the kenai fjords national park is the same as seeing the glaciers on the cruise ship glacier national park and college fjord, and that the whale watching in juneau will see more. Watch a whale breach and glaciers calve into the water. The following can be found in the waters and coast line near kenai fjords national park. Kenai fjords national park should be a mustsee on everyones bucket list. Kenai fjords wildlife cruise with optional lunch 2020 seward.
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