Top 49 things to do and attractions in Kenai Fjords National Park (2024)

We took the six hour tour and it was spectacular. We lucked out with clear blue skies and calm water. The staff were all friendly and knowledgeable. The captain worked hard to make our tour interesting and fun. The lunch that was included was good. We saw so many different animals and enjoyed every minute of the trip.

We went out on a very foggy day and still had a great 6 hour sightseeing experience. We were a little nervous about the weather but we were able to see some of Alaska’s rarest animals on the same day, even in the fog.We got to see Orca pods, Fin whales, Humpbacks, Goats, Puffins, Eagles and lots more. As well as a glacier! Great tour, highly recommended. Staff was awesome and friendly.

An awesome tour of Resurrection Bay and the Kenai Fjords. The captain took us to see puffin, sea lions and humpback whales! She even dropped the sounder so we could hear the whales talk!!! The crew was friendly and the service was great. Highly recommend taking the cruise.

This tour was absolutely incredible. Everything we set out to see, we did! Porpoise, whales, eagles, sea lions, mountain goats and more. Such an amazing experience. The team on the boat was truly excellent. They were all very informative, providing insights about everything we were seeing throughout the entire trip. Thank you all so much!!

We took the 4 hour wildlife cruise and we indeed saw wildlife! Humpbacks whales, mountain goats, sea otter, and puffins. The snacks and drinks to purchase on the boat were great. If anything, I felt a little over crowded by the amount of people on the boat. Shout out to the worker Zachary for sending me a video of a humpback whale we saw, really appreciate it!

I did the 8.5 hour adults only Northwestern Fjord tour. My expectations were exceeded in every way! Whales, sea lions, seals, puffins, sea otters, etc. I checked off every box I was hoping for, and others! I can’t say enough good things about the captain and crew. They were very knowledgeable about the wildlife and terrain. I was super impressed by the captain’s skillful maneuvering of the boat, making sure we were always right where the action was. Though the boat was full, it did not seem crowded. I never had to jostle through others to get a clear shot with my camera. Dress warm so you can spend as much time as possible out on the decks. Definitely bring good binoculars. The included lunch consisted of a big sandwich, chips, a cookie, and a drink. Other snacks and drinks were available for purchase. A fantastic way to spend a day in Seward. You won’t be disappointed!

Great staff, even better views! We took the 6 hour cruise as part of our vacation package with Salmon Berry Tours. All of the staff members were really friendly. My son and I both started feeling a little seasick part of the way through the trip and the staff went out of their way to help us. They brought us ginger ale and vomit bags (which thankfully we didn't end up needing) and came back to check on us a few times. The captain of the boat was great at spotting wildlife (we saw whales, puffin, seals, sea lions, otters, and various birds). The whales were a bit elusive, but she allowed us to sit and wait for several minutes to ensure we saw them. It was an awesome tour, and I would highly recommend it...even if you do get sea sick!

I don't know what they feed their employees, but whatever it is, it made them all super welcoming, polite and mega helpful. Or maybe they just are naturally...Oh yeah the 7-1/2 hour tour we took was fantastic, the captain stopped for orcas, puffins, eagles, and sea otters. Glaciers were up close, and they took care to avoid rough seas as much as possible (nature will be nature, there might be rough spots)All in all, a great voyage.

My husband and I took the 7.5-hour glacier and wildlife cruise on Aug. 30 and had a wonderful time! We took the Spirit of Adventure, which was a large boat, that had plenty of indoor space to get warm and dry, and outdoor space to feel the ocean breeze, and see the sights. We were fortunate that the boat was only about half full.We saw eagles, sea otters, Stellar sea lions, and puffins. We saw two glaciers from up close. So beautiful!We greatly appreciated the complimentary coffee and tea. The included lunch was delicious.I thought 7.5 hours might feel like too long, but it was such a great experience that the time flew by. I would definitely sail on them again.

The best cruise I ever had. I did 6 hour cruise and everything is fantastic. We had a vegetarian sandwich and turkey sandwich both tasted delicious. We saw a sea otter, whale, killer sharks, mountain goats and few other wild lives. Best experience. Glacier view was spectacular.

Major Marine Tours literally made my dream of seeing an orca in the wild come true. Not only did we see and spend time with orcas, but we also spotted humpbacks, Stellar sea lions, otters, puffins, and eagles. Captain Tammy was incredibly informative, sharing knowledge in a memorable and engaging way. The entire crew was accommodating and friendly. The boat was spacious yet allowed us to feel close to the water. I will definitely do this again on my next trip to Seward.

Absolutely amazing experience! 10 out of 10 recommend. We did the 3.5 hour wildlife tour and had a blast. The ship has two stories and we were on the second. There was plenty of room for everyone to have rail space and see wildlife. The crew was funny and very nice. They even walk around and offer to take your picture for you. I would do the same cruise or a longer one next time I’m in the area

Such a great tour! We went on the 4 hour one and wish we would have gone longer. We saw so many beautiful animals and views! Absolutely breathtaking. The crew was friendly and knowledgable. The boat was clean. They had binoculars for you to borrow and use for the duration of the boat ride. It does get a little colder considering you will be moving so I would plan on bringing an extra jacket just as backup. There is space on the boat you can sit and mark as your family’s territory so you won’t feel bad if it’s warmer than expected and you had to lug a jacket around. They had hot chocolate and coffee, snacks at the dock complimentary and some food for purchase on board. You can bring your own food, however(:

Excellent 6 hr tour of Resurrection Bay AND the Gulf of Alaska. Our captain Laura was so knowledgeable on all things marine life, geology, weather, and more. The staff was so helpful and accommodating. I LOVED the co*cktail options as well 🍹We saw orcas, humpback whales, harbor seals, sea otters, both types of Puffins and other seabirds, Stellers Sea Lions, and more!!Once in a lifetime experience- will be recommending to others!!

We did the 6.5 hour kenai fjord NP cruise on 7/30. We did this same cruise two years ago but this time was far superior. We saw glacier calving, humpback whales bubble net feeding, sea lions, puffins (both kind), 2 bald eagles, jellyfish, mountain goat, sea otters, starfish, etc. At one point, the whales were 50 feet from the boat. It was an incredible experience all around and I’m so glad we went again! They offer 20% off for repeat customers making it an even better deal.

We took the 4 hour Wildlife Cruise and weren’t disappointed at all. The crew were all extremely friendly and helpful. The coffee was yummy. The cruise to our first point so relaxing. We did see whales, puffins, sea lions, sea otters, jellyfish and a ton of cool birds. Next time, glacier tour!!!

We did the 6 hour Kenai fjords National Park cruise. It was absolutely amazing!! Can’t recommend enough. We went mid-late May and saw 2 whales, several orcas, puffins, porpoises, seals, doll sheep and a black bear. I think that was everything!! The trip to the glacier was amazing- saw calving several times while we were there. And so close!! Glacier ice co*cktails were amazing! The seas were rough on the way out - they gave us plenty of notice and had everything you could buy to help prevent sea sickness. But it definitely wasn’t for the faint of heart. We were all fine - but some were sick. So definitely consider that when booking and if you are worried - listen to the staff and take the meds! All the employees were super friendly and helpful. Captain did a great job navigating in rough seas and she did a lot of educational narrative too!! Truly an amazing experience- so glad we did it!!

One of the best days of my life. We saw dozens of whales, puffins, seals, sea lions, jellyfish, glaciers, waterfalls, and more. I recommend staying at the top of the boat to really taking it all in. Pack layers for warmth even in the summer.

Amazing! Wonderful! Terrific!Words can not express how much I loved our 7.5 hour tour with Major Marine! We had perfect weather the day of our cruise, and we were fortunate to see wildlife, glaciers, and enjoy the knowledge of our captain and deck hands. Definitely recommend, provided you don't get sea-sick!!

What an amazing tour! The boat was awesome, all the staff was amazing—we saw so many different animals (including a humpback whale!) and the scenery was amazing. The spring 4 hour tour I went on was worth EVERY penny!!!

Loved this tour! We went at kind of an odd time of year (Last week in April), but we still saw a humpback whale blowing and surfacing many times; a sea otter diving, snacking, and being cute; a harbor seal resting on a rock and looking adorable; many stellar seals barking loudly while sunning themselves on rocks, lots of sea birds, and probably one or two other animals I'm forgetting.I got a little bit queasy at one point, and the crew was so kind. They even gave me some ginger chews to settle my stomach.I would definitely do this tour again.

We were fortunate enough to get to go on day one of the season on a clear day in Seward. Seen lots of wildlife including porpoises and humpback whales. Amazing tour with a great staff!

Did two different tours during our visit to Seward. Both tours ended up being great. Personally enjoyed the longer tour we took more, but part of the was the wildlife we happened to be able to see.I wish there was better communication throughout the ticket buying process and especially the boarding process. Not very friendly for people with invisible illnesses honestly as they assign seating as you get on the boat meaning you have to wait in line to be on the lower level and those of us with these struggles know how hard it can be to try to explain you have a disability if you're not in a wheelchair.Besides that, the tours were great! Shorter tour had less info which was another reason I preferred the longer tour.Definitely recommend them, just make sure you communicate your needs to staff.

Went on the six hour tour, and it was amazing! Definitely worth the price. The captain provided a great commentary talking about history, Glaciers, and all the wildlife. We saw sea otters, three orca whales, a humpback whale and her calf, sea lions, many birds, even some puffins early in the season. Lunch was included and the vegetarian option was a hummus sandwich with veggies. Pretty views, we got up close to a glacier, it was great even in the rain.

WOW!!! Everything from the wildlife to the staff to the boat itself were above and beyond.First: The boat is incredible. It's an immaculate 3 level catamaran. It is filled with spacious booths with comfy seating. There was essentially a little cafe on the main floor with snacks and all kinds of beverages. There is complimentary coffee, tea, and water. A generous lunch was also provided.The captain was an amazing guide and was very knowledgeable.We saw orcas, sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, puffins, bald eagles, a peregrine falcon, and lots of other sea birds.The glaciers were incredible. When you hear the deep, booming cracks as gravity pulls them towards the sea you are very humbled to be in the presence of something so massive and ancient and powerful.I'd do this tour every day if I could!!!

I went on the 4 hr tour a couple days ago and it was awesome. I had Cpt. Tanner, First Mate Rowen, Deck Hand Dalton, and Carrie. They were phenomenal and awesome to talk to and listen to. I have worked in multiple AZA facilities and I used to be a conservation engagement instructor at one of those facilities and even though I knew some of the information that was being given out the way they presented it made me entertained and made me want to continue listening. And if anybody knows anything about public speaking and educating, that is a very hard thing to do when somebody already knows the information. Trying to keep their attention but they were so charismatic and great people that I highly recommend this tour. I will have nothing but great things to say about these four and I'm sure all of Major Marine is like this and if they're even a fraction as good as these four were then they're not going to be hurting anytime soon. Again, I appreciate literally all of them and even the person at the check-in who was Malakai was awesome. Hopefully I got everybody's name right because I meant to do this on the day of but I forgot to but it was still an awesome experience and I will probably be doing it again soon.

Increíble el tour! Vale cada centavo, los fiordos espectaculares, vimos delfines, orcas, ballenas jorobadas, aguilas, osos, nutrias, glaciares, y montañas gigantes. Ideal agendar con buen clima. La atención del staf increible, todos muy buena disposicion y amables, las explicaciones del capitán muy acertadas y muy gentil también. Lo recomiendo si o si, es un must a quienes visiten Alaska.(Translated by Google)The tour was incredible! Worth every penny, the spectacular fjords, we saw dolphins, orcas, humpback whales, eagles, bears, otters, glaciers, and giant mountains. Ideal to schedule with good weather. The staff's attention was incredible, everyone was very good-natured and friendly, the captain's explanations were very accurate and very kind as well. I recommend it yes or yes, it is a must for those who visit Alaska.

We took a 7.5 hr boat tour in the 3rd week of August.First of all, Major marine tours are very accommodating. We requested a table which is near the door so that we can easily access the deck without crossing many people and they fulfilled our wish. Captain was knowledgeable and took detours in search of animals.Coming to Views, they were breathtaking, amazing & truly magical! We saw Bear glacier from afar, Holgate glacier where the boat stopped for 30 min for clicking pictures & any ice calvings (but nothing happened near Holgate glacier) and then we were stopped for more than an hour near Aialik glacier (We saw ice calving, hundreds of seals & sea lions on floating ice). We also saw Orca whales, Humpback whales, puffins, dall sheep, sea otters.Lastly, Weather was perfect and the water was not rough. But, I have sea sickness. So I got sick even after taking dramamine and got better after having Ginger Ale that they served along with lunch. If you have sea sickness, highly recommend drinking Ginger Ale during tour & taking dramamine before boat tour. I am vegetarian. They served a bun with tomatoes, greens inside, a small box of hummus, cheese, chips, a drink and a granola bar for lunch.I will not say lunch is excellent but still better for a vegetarian. My husband took Turkey burger, chips, a granola bar & a drink.(He said it is good). In the evening, they gave brownie which was delicious!Overall, we had an amazing experience! Will definitely recommend it.

Awesome! We were on a 2 week tour of Alaska, on our own, celebrating milestone birthdays. We scheduled the 6 hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise. Because of rough seas Captain Laura wasn't sure we would be able to go to AialikGlacier. But the seas calmed enough and were able to observe the beautiful glacier. Unfortunately, we did not see any whales or puffins. We knew ahead of time that it was late in the season. But we did see eagles, seals, sea lions, and gorgeous scenery. Captain Laura and her staff were extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. We highly recommended Major Marines and thoroughly enjoyed our cruise.

This is a comfortable, well organized tour deparing from Seward. We were there in September and lucked out, having a sunny day for our our six hour tour.We saw Orca Whales and numerous other wild life. For me seeing a glacier up close was the best part of the trip.Comfortable assigned seating inside, and open seating on deck (for those that like it cool and breezy). On-board bar and food was good.The captain gave us an informative ride, and definitelymade an effort to sight whales - which she did.Highly recommend this tour.