Full Day Wildlife and Glacier
Tours On the Larger Tour Boats
from Seward Alaska
About The Larger Tour boats
The larger
tour boats are 85 foot to 115 foot boats custom sightseeing
vessels that have multi-level walk around viewing decks as well as warm
inside seating, both affording you a great view.. They usually hold
around 150 passengers at a time. They are very stable, secure boats and
are often preferred over the smaller boats for those who tend to get
seasick because the larger boats to not tend to be affected as much by
the swells as the smaller boats are.
Comparing the Two Main Larger Tour boat Companies to
Find the Right Tour:
The two main
companies listed here are Kenai Fjords Tour Company and Major
Marine Tour Company. The main difference between the two companies is
that Major Marine Tours offers an "All You Can Eat Prime Rib and Salmon
Buffet" on board, has reserved seating; and also has a Park Ranger
narrating the cruise. Major Marine Tours has one full day tour a day
going out daily at 12:45. Kenai Fjord Tours has 5 different times that
they leave on various full day tours and also provides a choice of
stopping at their Wilderness Lodge on Fox Island for a grilled salmon
bake meal or not getting off the boat and being served a deli style
lunch on board . Kenai Fjords Tours also offers a Northwestern Fjord
Tour which goes to 5 tidewater glaciers in the Northwestern Fjords.
 Another
full day tour alternative is the Small Boat Alternative.
These boats are 43 foot boats that take 16 to 22 passengers at a time
and also go to the calving glaciers, some going to Northwestern Fjord as
well. They are ideal for those not prone to sea sickness and those who
want a more personalized, private tour. To see these tours please go to
that section of the wildlife/glacier tour of our website.
What You Will See On The Cruise: On
your narrated cruise, you'll see glaciers flowing out of the vast
Harding Ice field, bird rookeries aflutter with thousands of puffins and
beaches covered with barking Stellar sea lions. Whales are almost always
seen on this beautiful cruise, as well as seals, Orcas, Dall porpoise,
bear, mountain goats, eagles, and other wildlife. Explore the mystical
untouched fjords with it's exciting glaciers, cascading waterfalls,
tidewater caves and pristine beaches.
Descriptions & Rates of Full Day Wildlife/Glacier Tours On Larger
Boats
Major Marine Tours Full Day
Wildlife/Glacier Cruise:
$119 adults; $59 child age 11 and under. Please add and additional $3.50 port fee.
The only Kenai Fjords cruise company
with a National Park Ranger on every cruise. The only cruise with
reserved inside seating at a comfortable table in a heated cabin. Large,
stable vessels with multiple viewing decks and lots of room. Delicious
all-you-can-eat salmon and prime rib buffet for only $15 more adults and
$7 more for children.
 See more
wildlife with our "cruising restaurant" service, allowing you
to explore while you dine, avoiding time-consuming stops for meals along
the way.
Buffet Description
|
Main
Course |
Dessert
Bar |
- Alaska salmon
- Prime rib
- Rice pilaf
- Green salad
- Hot sourdough bread
- Hot coffee or tea
|
- Cheesecake Carrot cake
- Brownies
- Jell-O
- Fresh fruit
|
Full bar service is
available, featuring beer, wine, cocktails, soft drinks and
snacks.
The cost of bar drinks and snacks are not included in the buffet
price.
Buffet Special Adults: $15 plus tax Children 11 & under: $7 plus
tax |
Kenai Fjords National Park
Cruise:
 (Kenai
Fjords Tours/Alaska Heritage Tours)
(6
hour tour) $129 Adults; $64.50 Child under 11
(8 AM, 11:30AM and 3 PM departure times)
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Alaska's most
popular wildlife and glacier tour
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You'll see
abundant wildlife, a tidewater glacier, and spectacular scenery
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Approximately
110 miles round-trip
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Includes a hot
lunch on the 8 AM or 11:30 AM departures and salmon dinner at the
face of a tidewater glacier on the 3 pm departure.
Departure Times
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8 AM returning
at 2 PM (May 20th to September 3rd)
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11:30 AM
returning at 5:30 PM (May 6th through October 8th)
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3 PM returning
at 9 PM (May 27th through August 20th)
Kenai Fjords National Park
Cruise With Fox Island Stop:
 (Kenai
Fjords Tours/Alaska Heritage Tours)
(8 ½ hour tour) $139 adult; $69.50 child under 11
With Fox Island Wilderness Lodge Stop
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Alaska's most
popular wildlife and glacier tour combined with lunch on Fox Island
at the Fox Island Wilderness Lodge
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You'll enjoy a
stop on Fox Island for a grilled salmon lunch as well as see
abundant wildlife, a tidewater glacier, and spectacular scenery
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Approximately
110 miles round-trip
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The only
scheduled departure to Aialik Glacier, the largest tidewater glacier
in Kenai Fjords National Park!
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Includes a
light lunch AND a grilled Alaskan salmon dinner at our private
Wilderness Lodge on Fox Island.
Departure Times 10 AM returning at 6:30 PM (May 13th to September 3rd)
Northwest Fjord Cruise:
 (Kenai
Fjords Tour Company/Alaska Heritage Tours)
(9 ½ hour Tour) $159 Adult; $79.50 for Child Under 11
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Alaska's
premium full-day cruise into the heart of Kenai Fjords National
Park.
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You'll
experience this glacially carved region known for it's five
tidewater glaciers, steep cliffs, and rich waters, abundant with
wildlife.
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Approximately
150 miles round-trip
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Includes a
continental breakfast and hot lunch served on-board.
Departure times: 9 AM, returning at 6:30 PM (May 27th through September
4th) |
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