Whale Watching & Wildlife Viewing in Seward
Get closer to Alaska's wild side with Voyij's unforgettable wildlife and whale watching tours. Cruise alongside humpback whales, spot bald eagles in flight, and watch bears roam the shoreline—all with expert guides who bring the experience to life. Whether by boat, bus, or scenic trail, these tours offer up-close encounters with the incredible animals that make Alaska unlike anywhere else.
8 Activities
4 Hour Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise
Limited on time but still want to cruise? Explore the calmer, protected waters of Resurrection Bay on our 4 Hour Wildlife Cruise. Look for whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, puffins, and more! Search for whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, bald eagles, puffins, and many other types of marine birds as you cruise the protected waters of Resurrection Bay on our 4 Hour Kenai Fjords Wildlife Cruise. Our experienced captains will explore the area’s wildlife hot spots to maximize your chances of viewing whales and other wildlife. This cruise is fully narrated by our knowledgeable captains. Depending on the weather, you may see alpine glaciers tucked in the surrounding Chugach and Kenai Mountain Ranges and cruise by Bear Glacier, a piedmont glacier and the largest glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park. Experience the cruise that President Obama took on his visit to Alaska in 2015. *Tour Highlights - Cruise the calmer, protected waters of Resurrection Bay - “Captain’s Choice” route is based on recent wildlife sightings and reports from other vessels - See wildlife such as orca whales, humpback whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, puffins, eagles, and many species of seabirds - Great cruise option for families traveling with small children
6 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise
Visit an active tidewater glacier and discover the whales and abundant wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park on our most popular cruise. Our 6 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise explores the world of whales, wildlife, and glaciers found in Kenai Fjords National Park. Our experienced captains will fully narrate your journey and will point out the spectacular sights while providing information on the area’s wildlife, history, and geology. You will spend time in front of a towering tidewater glacier and watch for calving, where giant chunks of glacial ice break off and crash into the water. Choose from two different departures in 2022! In addition to the afternoon departure, the morning 6 Hour Cruise will depart at 8 am and return at 2 pm for the early morning risers. * Tour Highlights: - Visit an active tidewater glacier - See wildlife such as orca whales, humpback whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, puffins, eagles, and many species of seabirds - Captain narration and interactive program for kids - Complimentary deli lunch for all guests with a choice of three sandwich options: turkey, roast beef, or vegetarian. Please note dietary restrictions at the time of booking. - The afternoon cruise is the best cruise option for those traveling with round-trip transportation on the deluxe motorcoach from Anchorage
6.5 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Wildlife & Glacier Tour
We will head out into Resurrection Bay and venture into Kenai Fjords National Park viewing many species of wildlife as we travel toward one of Kenai Fjords most active and impressive tidewater glaciers. Here we will watch and listen to the powerful sights and sounds of the glacier. Most likely we will see ice breaking off (calving) and crashing into the ocean. It truly is a magnificent sight! Once we’ve spent some quality time at the glacier, we’ll venture out to do some more wildlife viewing while taking in some of nature’s most spectacular scenery. Depending on weather and wildlife sightings, we may visit the Chiswell Islands (a National Wildlife refuge and Bird sanctuary) and/or Cape Resurrection (one of the largest black-legged kittiwake rookeries in Alaska). Everyday is a different adventure and experience! The power of Mother Nature does not disappoint. Kenai Fjords is one of the best areas for whales and wildlife viewing and offers the opportunity to see a variety of different species. Our most common sightings include Humpback Whales, Sea Otters, Steller Sea Lions, Puffins, Dall’s Porpoise, Mountain Goats, Harbor Seals, Orca Whales (Killer whales) and a large variety of bird species. We will provide you with a vast amount of information on all of the animals and surrounding areas that we’ll be exploring throughout the day. In addition, we will have marine mammal books, bird guide books, and other informational material on board. Nothing can compare to seeing all of this natural beauty up close and personal. Our small group tours will not only provide you with a more intimate experience, but also a much more personalized and flexible tour. Whether it be scenic photography, searching for rare bird species, or finding whales and other exciting marine mammals, we will do our best to cater to everyone’s interests. Our vessel, the Outright, is a 47’x15′ aluminum catamaran and is U.S. Coast Guard certified to hold 30 passengers, but we limit it to 15-22 passengers to maximize your space and comfort. There is plenty of cabin space and seating inside to accommodate everyone. We also have a very large outside viewing area with bench seating on deck as well. And of course there is a bathroom, also known as a marine head, on board. The Outright is powered with quad 300hp outboards, allowing us plenty of speed to get to all of the best viewing areas!
8.5 Hour Northwestern Fjord Cruise
Our longest cruise takes you to the remote, untouched Northwestern Fjord in Kenai Fjords National Park. Get up-close views of glaciers, whales, and wildlife on this small vessel adventure cruise. Complimentary deli lunch included. Our 8.5 Hour Northwestern Fjord Cruise travels farther into Kenai Fjords National Park than any other cruise. Ideal for photographers, birders, and whale-watching enthusiasts, this small vessel adventure cruise explores the remote, untouched area of Northwestern Fjord in Kenai Fjords National Park. This cruise travels with a smaller group for a more intimate cruising experience, providing the best opportunity for up-close views of wildlife including humpback whales, orca whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, seabirds, otters, and more. The 8.5 hours spent on the water will fly by as the captain seeks out the best wildlife viewing in the area. You will spend time in front of the impressive Northwestern Glacier, an actively calving tidewater glacier, and you will also visit Anchor and Ogive Glaciers. This tour is fully narrated by our experienced captains. The smaller group size gives you the best opportunities to interact with and ask questions of our experienced, knowledgeable crew. *Tour Highlights: - Visit three active tidewater glaciers, including the impressive Northwestern Glacier - Travel to remote areas of Kenai Fjords National Park - Up-close wildlife viewing - Smaller vessel with limited capacity, up to 60 passengers - Best wildlife viewing of all of our cruises. See wildlife such as orca whales, humpback whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, puffins, eagles, and many species of seabirds - Best cruise option for birders and photographers - Complimentary hearty deli lunch with a choice of four sandwich options: turkey, roast beef, Alaska salmon spread, or vegetarian. *Please make note of dietary restrictions at the time of booking. You can email us at [email protected] or use the chat feature at the bottom right of your screen. *Information for Birders: This cruise offers the best opportunity for birding on all of our cruises. The following bird species may be seen on this cruise: horned puffin, tufted puffin, common murre, thick-billed murre, black-legged kittiwake, oystercatcher, red-faced cormorant, double-crested cormorant, pelagic cormorant, Kittlitz’s murrelet, ancient murrelet, marbled murrelet, rhinoceros auklet, parakeet auklet, sooty shearwater, parasitic jaeger, long-tailed jaeger, peregrine falcon, pigeon guillemot, surf scoter, white-winged scoter, black scoter, merganser, eider, harlequin duck, goldeneye, loon, Leach’s storm petrel, fork-tailed storm petrel, Northern fulmar, and bald eagle.
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4 Hour Spring Wildlife Cruise
Join us for our first cruise of the season as we search for gray whales on their incredible annual migration. Every year, gray whales migrate over 10,000 miles round-trip between Baja and the Bering and Chukchi Seas – the longest migration route of any mammal. These whales begin migrating north in late February and arrive in Alaska in the spring, spending the summer feeding in shallow Arctic waters before migrating south in mid-October. They deliver their calves in the warm, protected lagoons off the coast of Baja in the winter. Our Spring Wildlife Cruise takes you through Resurrection Bay to the edge of the Gulf of Alaska in search of our returning visitors. In addition to gray whales, watch for Steller sea lions, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, bald eagles, and other whales including humpbacks and orcas. Occasionally, you will see mountain goats with their newly born kids and black bears foraging along the coastline of Resurrection Bay. This tour is fully narrated by our experienced, knowledgeable captains. * Tour Highlights - Search for wildlife and enjoy the snow-capped mountains and incredible spring scenery of Resurrection Bay and the Kenai Mountains - Experience the unique opportunity to view a whale species that is only in the area for a short time in the spring. - View other wildlife including Steller sea lions, sea otters, harbor seals, mountain goats, bears, eagles, humpback whales, and orcas.
4 Hour Orca Quest Cruise
For a limited time in early summer, this cruise departs from Seward in search of our favorite black and white marine mammal – the orca. Join Major Marine Tours – the local whale experts – as we search for orcas, distinguishable by their stately dorsal fins and fascinating social behaviors. From mid-May through mid-June, orcas frequent the waters outside of Seward in search of food. Join us for an amazing day on the water as we search for orcas during this prime time for orca watching. These incredible marine mammals are distinguishable by their prominent dorsal fins, which can grow up to six feet tall, and their fascinating social behaviors. Our experienced captains will explore the area’s orca hot spots and communicate with other vessels about recent sightings to maximize your chances of seeing orcas. Learn about these whales from our knowledgeable captains, who will provide narration throughout the cruise. Hear the haunting calls of these animals for yourself through our onboard hydrophone if conditional allow. *Tour Highlights - Search for orcas during the prime time for orca whale watching in Alaska. - Onboard hydrophone allows you to listen to orca calls underwater if conditional allows. - We take you to where the orcas have recently been seen rather than following a set route. Every day is a unique cruising experience. - Explore the world of Alaska’s orcas on the only orca-focused cruise from Seward. - In addition to orcas, you may also see humpback whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, Dall’s porpoises, sea otters, bald eagles, and seabirds.
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7.5 Hour Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise
Explore the whales, wildlife, and glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park. More time on the water allows the captain to seek out the best wildlife viewing opportunities in the area. Visit two active tidewater glaciers. Onboard captain narration and complimentary deli lunch for all guests. Our thrilling 7.5 Hour Cruise explores Kenai Fjords National Park, where wildlife is abundant and tidewater glaciers are massive. Providing a full narration to your journey, our knowledgeable onboard captains and naturalists will be your guide to the spectacular sights while answering any questions you may have. With 7.5 hours on the water, this cruise allows more time for the captain to seek out the best whale and wildlife viewing opportunities in the area, including Steller sea lion colonies and rookeries home to thousands of nesting seabirds. You will also spend time in front of two active tidewater glaciers: Holgate and Aialik Glaciers. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: - Visit two active tidewater glaciers, the best cruise for glacier viewing - More time on the water allows the captain to seek out the best wildlife viewing opportunities in the area - See wildlife such as orca whales, humpback whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, puffins, eagles, and many species of seabirds. Binoculars are available to use onboard. - Our experienced captains will narrate the cruise - Complimentary deli lunch for all guests with a choice of sandwich options: turkey, roast beef, or vegetarian
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Alaska Bear Viewing Experience
Unleash Your Adventurous Spirit: Join Our Epic Alaskan Bear Viewing Experience and Witness the Majesty of These Magnificent Bears in Their Natural Habitat! Experience the thrill of witnessing majestic Alaskan bears in their natural habitat with our exclusive Alaska Bear Viewing Experience. Led by expert Bear Guides, hike deep into the heart of the bear country and witness these incredible creatures up close and personal while ensuring the safety of both you and the bears. Our unscripted tour is all about experiencing the bears in their natural environment, giving you the opportunity to observe their behavior and interactions. Departing exclusively from the Kenai Peninsula, our tour promises to be an unforgettable adventure of a lifetime. Book now and discover why we are the best in the business! Get ready for an unforgettable Alaskan adventure, unlike any other! Join us for the ultimate Alaska Bear Viewing Experience and witness the natural beauty and power of these majestic creatures in their undisturbed habitat. With our exclusive and unscripted tour, you’ll hike deep into the heart of Alaska’s bear country, surrounded by the pristine wilderness and untamed nature that makes Alaska so unique. Our expert Bear Guides will lead you on an unforgettable journey, showing you the best spots to witness these incredible creatures up close and personal, all while ensuring your safety and the safety of the bears. Unlike other tours that may focus on getting you up close for a quick photo opportunity, our tour is all about experiencing the bears in their natural environment, observing their behavior and interactions with each other and the world around them. This is an adventure like no other, and we promise that you will never forget the thrill of seeing these magnificent creatures. Our Alaska Bear Viewing Experience departs exclusively from the Kenai Peninsula, where you’ll board our private aircraft with our experienced pilots. Once you arrive at our remote location, you’ll be immersed in the world of Alaska’s bears, and you’ll quickly understand why we are the best in the business. Our Bear Guides are true experts in their field, and they are passionate about sharing their knowledge and love of bears with you. If you’re looking for an unforgettable Alaskan adventure, join us for the Alaska Bear Viewing Experience. We promise that this will be an experience of a lifetime and one that you’ll never forget. Book now and discover why we do bear viewing better than anyone else! * Highlights - Fascinating 6-hour Bear Viewing Experience in Lake Clark National Park. - Discover interesting bear facts, stories, and local history from your friendly guide - Spot Alaska’s iconic volcanoes along the way and see the wilderness in entirely new ways - Stunning waterfalls, snowcapped mountains, and bears all around
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