Prior to this tour, I had no idea what a fjord was. I, having the impatience of a toddler, simply…read moreinsisted my husband book the 6 hour cruise so I could FINALLY see whales in the wild! The snow-capped mountains were incomprehensibly wondrous! The massive blue glaciers were numerous! The oceans, streams, rivers, and lakes were plentiful. We were anble to see sea otters, stellar sea lions, Dall's porpoises, puffins, and a juvenile eagle, among several other types of birds. All of that being said, my most cherished memory was seeing the humpback whales spouting and playfully rolling around in the seawater! It, unfortunately, is STILL my dream to see a whale breaching the water! After gaining the knowledge bestowed upon us by this crew and before returning back to the harbor, we were served lunch. Stale tortilla chips & salsa were served alongside a re-heated burrito. Being pre-heated and then reheated, the burritos were not at all appetizing! The salsa did not help the tortillas at all, either. The crew aboard this boat was attentive, knowledgeable, friendly, and very patient with this particular group of passengers, many of whom ended up hanging over the sides of the boat while seasickness. I definitely recommend this tour and hope you get this particular crew (Captain Greg, Senior Bobbi, Clint, and Max.)

An unforgettable Alaska experience! The Kenai Fjords Cruise…read morewas hands down one of the highlights of our Alaska vacation! My husband and I enjoyed every minute we were on board. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking, with spectacular glaciers, incredible wildlife, and stunning coastal views everywhere we looked. Our captain was amazing! She did a fantastic job pointing out every scenic highlight and all the sea animals we encountered along the way. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made the trip even more enjoyable. A special shout-out to the two young servers on board. They were incredibly friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout the cruise. When we reached the glacier, they even helped us take photos while we held pieces of glacier ice, creating memories we'll treasure forever. I would 100% recommend this cruise--as long as you don't get seasick. The water can get rough. Unfortunately, even though our daughter took Dramamine before boarding, she still became seasick and couldn't fully enjoy the experience. If you're prone to motion sickness, consider talking to your doctor about stronger prevention options before your trip. Overall, this cruise is an absolute must-do in Seward. Dress warmly, bring a good camera, and prepare for one of the most unforgettable experiences Alaska has to offer!

We were with Captain Calley and she was AWESOME! She was super knowledgeable and answered every…read morequestion and it was just a phenomenal experience. We saw whales, goats, beavers, puffin bird, eagles, and seals. It was a dream!

Fantastic experience! More fun and flexible than going on one of the big ferries with a mob of…read morepeople. We could go right to the areas where the whales, puffins, harbor seals, otters, eagles and glaciers were. Small boat with just 5 of us. Knowledgeable guides. Definitely recommend!! Note: the small boat M slip is close to the A slip, NOT at the other end by N! That would've been helpful to know.

This boat tour is an absolute must do if traveling to Seward! We did the 7.5 hour tour and it was…read morean unforgettable experience. Everything from getting the tickets, checking in, and during the tour was smooth and simple. The staff and service at each point were polite, kind, professional, accommodating, thoughtful, and overall great. Especially the staff on the boat - they were spectacular! They were knowledgeable and made the experience delightful and educational. They were also present, available, and easy to find if any needs came up. The lunch was far better than expected. I thought a simple deli sandwich, but no, these were packed with more meat than I've ever had on a deli sandwich. It was robust and delicious. Obviously, the views were the highlight. The calving of the glaciers, and iceberg and Mountain View's were incredible. So much wildlife out in June for our viewing. The whales were active and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I would highly recommend this tour and tour company! Great pricing and exceptional experience, making it an incredible value!

What a crap show this turned out to be. They split up our party and gave no options for pre booking…read morea specified seat. When i approached 2 different crew members about switching, I was basically told nothing could be done. They eventually switched us after an uncomfortable conversation with another table. I would recommend going to Kenai Fjords tour instead. What a waste of $1200. For context, we had a party of 7 consisting of 4 adults and 3 small children. For whatever reason they decided to put us at a 4-top table and combining the other 3 people with another table. We had an infant and were fine with having a 6-top and having the infant seated on a lap, but they felt otherwise. The table we were supposed to share with had spread their bags in the empty seats and were very resistant to sharing. One of them actually told my wife that she could sit on a backpack and refused to move and allow us to sit next to our family. While I am upset at the family, I am more upset that the staff didn't have someone monitoring the situation so that we were not put in an uncomfortable position of arguing with the table. Very uncomfortable and unprofessional.

Leif and Emily were fantastic!…read more We booked this tour pretty much at the last minute and couldn't have been happier that we found them. We decided we wanted to do a glacier and sightseeing tour, but all of the companies that showed up in our initial Google search were already booked. After a little more searching, we came across this company, and after reading the reviews, we decided to give them a try. The reviews were spot on. The whole experience was amazing. The glacier was absolutely beautiful, and seeing both humpback whales and orcas on the same trip was something we'll never forget. Leif shared great stories along the way, and both he and Emily were incredibly knowledgeable about the area, wildlife, and local history. They were also just genuinely friendly and made the entire trip fun and relaxed. This ended up being one of the highlights of our Alaska trip. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a memorable experience. 10/10!

Abby and Shoshana were the best Captain and guide ever on our adventure. Saw a lot of wildlife…read moresuch as humpback whales, Mountain Goats, sea otters, puffins, harbor seals, sea lions, super skiddish porpoises and a huge Glacier up close and personal. A must do trip if you are in Seward, Alaska!

We did the whale watching and sight seeing tour. 9 hours? OMG, that's too long, isn't it?…read more No it is not too long. It was by far our favorite excursion. Bill/Stan do a great job of exploring the fjord. Saw mountain goats, holgate glacier, sea otters, humpback whale, sea lions, Orcas. Great scenery. Nice Narratives. informative, but not non-stop babbling which we experiences on other excursions. It can be cool, so dress appropriately. They suggest a waterproof jacket and pants. Helpful to stop the wind, and in case it rains. There was no splash from the waters. The rain pants are not a necessity, however a waterproof/water resistant jacket is (unless the forecast shows no rain), but I doubt it. Overall very enjoyable, worth every penny. You won't be bored over the 9 hour span. Our cruise had 5 passengers so it was nice to talk with Bill/Stan and the other passengers. Highly recommended whether you are a cruiser, or just doing a land trip.

This business isn't operating a buddy and I booked a ride to only find out at they haven't been…read morerunning anything all summer! We got a refund but wasted time driving down there for nothin!

What an epic adventure. Cap't Louis treated my friend and I very well and allowed us to feel at…read moreease on his vessel while maintaining the highest of safety standards. We had an awesome 3 days out on the inlet near Bear Glacier with some top tips thanks to him. Highly recommend him and he takes his and your safety and time very seriously.

Great water taxi ride to Kayakers Cove with Capt. Louis. Plenty of room for any gear and people…read more Five of us relied on The Sea Lori to get us out and back on time and there weren't any problems. Meet up with the boat on the launch to the right of the visitor center and you're ready to go. It seems like the Capt. is in high demand, so make sure to call and make a reservation.

We really enjoyed our visit here. We got timed tickets for entry in the morning and spent at least…read morea couple hours looking at all the exhibits. The kids (and us parents) all had a blast. The touch tanks, the underwater viewing areas, and the feeding of the seal lions all were great. The facility is really nice and the staff were friendly and informative. Would highly recommend coming here if you're in Seward.

Great activity when in Seward! You could spend an hour or a few hours. Lots of great info,…read moreknowledgeable staff, and great creatures to see. Great location too! Easy to get to on the free shuttle and reasonable priced tickets for entry.

Liquid adventure provided the most incredible experience of my trip to Alaska. Kayaking in bear…read moreglacier was absolutely breathtaking - peaceful, serene, and awe-inspiring. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly and incredibly supportive, making sure everyone felt safe and confident on the water, even if it was someone's first time kayaking. They shared knowledge about the glacier and surrounding environment, which added an educational element to the adventure.

We thoroughly enjoyed our multi day kayak trip with Nora. The paddling was easy enough. The camping…read morespot was beautiful. Nora was an excellent guide and cook! I highly recommend this company!

Highly recommend Alaskan Coastal Safari for your next visit to Seward! We had a fabulous private…read morescenic tour of Resurrection Bay with Captain Louis! Captain Louis worked with us ahead of time to plan a trip that the whole family would love -- a stop at Thumb Cove, picnic on Fox Island, and an incredible view of whale bubble netting in the bay. The trip out to the bay was smooth and boat very clean and comfortable, with life jackets for the kids. We loved our picnic and scenic walk on Fox Island -- kids, dog, and all! Very easy and save to get on and off the boat with our kids and small dog. After our picnic, Captain Louis navigated us to the most remarkable bubble netting whale watch, which felt like National Geographic (see the video here!), and was a highlight of our trip. We will definitely be joining Alaskan Coastal Safari again next time we visit Alaska, maybe for a fishing trip and Bear Glacier!

I would highly recommend booking Captain Louis. My husband and I booked Seward Water Taxi for a…read morecustom trip in July 2020. Captain Louis perfectly tailored our trip to our interests and available time. Bear Glacier was a highlight of our trip with Captain Louis. This was one of the most special things I've seen in my life. If you are in Seward, you need to see Bear Glacier and very few operators go there. Bear Glacier completely blew our minds. I know decades from now, I will still think about that time my husband and I went to Bear Glacier. Captain Louis also took us to see various wildlife: birds of all kinds, a humpback whale, otters, seals, and sea lions. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the animals and the area. Captain Louis brought us to spots that the big tour companies don't go, which I really appreciated.

A Kenai Fjords wildlife tour was one the planned highlights of our 2 weeks Alaska adventure. Did…read moresome online research and asked some locals for advice on which tour to take. Several recommended Alaska Saltwater Lodge for its small boat tours. So I called to book. They don't always answer their phones so you have to leave a message or call back. I found the best time to call was after 5pm Alaska time. You meet the tour in front of a bakery across from the visitor center. There's a $10 all day parking lot there. Met the deckhand Joe who was really nice with a great sense of humor. Walked the 11 of us out to the boat where we met the captain Lindsey. A little safety instructions and off we went. Right in the harbor were a couple of bald eagles. Father out Lindsey spotted some humpback whales bubble feeding. It was a pod of about 20. We got up close - probably about 25 yards and what an amazing experience. Also saw seals, otters, puffins, sea lions and of course the glacier. The day was beautiful, mostly sunny, but what made the experience was Joe and Lindsey. We're out there 9 hours so had a chance to chat with both of them about living in Alaska, how she liked captaining the boat, etc. Really made the experience much more personal. When we got off we all agreed it was more like a day of boating with friends instead of a tour. Can't recommend Saltwater Lodge tours highly enough for their small group sizes, personalized service and great crew.

Staying at the Dairy Hill Lodging & taking an all-day tour during my time in Seward were wonderful…read morehighlights of my 2-week road trip to Alaska in late May/early June 2015. What a great little town & superb hosts! James & Kathleen made me feel right at home in their cozy, quiet, & comfortable B&B. The bed was comfy, the room was just the right size, & the curtains cancelled most of the constant sunlight shining in Alaska during the time of year in which I visited (this is very important, trust me). I found the prices to be very reasonable for the quality of my quarters, as well as my proximity to eateries & the dock. It was a quick walk from my B&B to the dock in order to meet up with everyone taking the Full-Day, Small-Group Whale-Watching, Wildlife, & Glacier Tour (the same people who have the Dairy Hill Lodging also head this tour). Once aboard, the cloud cover parted & we immediately starting seeing bald eagles & otters. We eventually also saw seals, two types of puffins, sea lions, & a large variety of beautiful birds. The calving glaciers sounded like thunder (you realize how small you are when they're close). Humpbacks & Orcas breached & played close to our boat several times, which was breathtaking. I was giddy when we discovered that two Dall's porpoises decided to have a little fun with us & glided alongside our boat, jumping & having a ball. It truly was an all-day adventure full of memorable moments & well worth the money/time. I cannot recommend the tour highly enough & thoroughly loved their Dairy Hill Lodging accommodations. I really hope I can return to Seward, & if I do, these guys will definitely be a part of my itinerary!