Cruising in view of Bear Glacier in Resurrection Bay.

Kenai Fjords Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise

Spend the afternoon exploring the calmer waters of Resurrection Bay with a locally owned boat tour company.

Humpback whale breeches within Resurrection Bay.

Kenai Fjords Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise

Spend the afternoon exploring the calmer waters of Resurrection Bay with a locally owned boat tour company.

Horned Puffin in Kenai Fjords National Park.

Kenai Fjords Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise

Spend the afternoon exploring the calmer waters of Resurrection Bay with a locally owned boat tour company.

Two seals relaxing on an iceberg.

Kenai Fjords Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise

Spend the afternoon exploring the calmer waters of Resurrection Bay with a locally owned boat tour company.

Overview

Protected by towering mountains and rugged barrier islands, Resurrection Bay is a thriving marine ecosystem. Because of this it's also the perfect place to search for all manner of coastal wildlife. This afternoon cruise takes passengers on a 55-mile circuit through this vibrant natural setting.

55-mile circuit through a vibrant natural setting.

Starting in Seward's Small Boat Harbor, the cruise sails a counterclockwise circuit around the bay. Passengers are usually immediately treated to wildlife sightings, often of sea otters near the harbor or porpoises playing in the boat's wake. The best views are from the outside decks as the boat makes its way down the western side of Resurrection Bay. When the weather is clear it's possible to see Bear Glacier, the largest in Kenai Fjords National Park, just past Callisto Head.

At this point, the boat charts a course west around Rugged Island and into Cape Resurrection before turning north back into the bay. The area is teaming with wildlife. Depending on the season and even the day, it may be seabirds diving from cliffside nests, sea lions or harbor seals hauled out on rocks, or even whales gliding gracefully just below the water surface. The boat's captain narrates the experience throughout.

Quick Facts

  • Price $145 + Tax
  • Duration 4 Hours
  • Departs 12:30 PM
  • Operating Dates Daily from 6/16/2025 to 9/30/2025
  • Activity Level Less Active

What's Included

  • Guide to Kenai Fjords National Park.
  • Assigned seating in a spacious cabin.
  • Use of onboard binoculars.
  • Onboard narration by the boat’s captain.

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