resurrection bay wildlife cruise to fox island

• Seward Resurrection Bay Cruise with Fox Island

A family-friendly tour that manages to give even the adults a childlike sense of wonder.

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A popular pick for families with kids or travelers coming into Seward on the morning train, this cruise treats passengers to 50 scenic miles of calm cruising in Resurrection Bay. Depending on the time of year, lucky passengers may even catch a glimpse of whales on the tour's very first leg in route to Fox Island.

The captain picks a route with the best wildlife views.

In the timber frame Fox Island Day Lodge guests enjoy a hearty soup and salad bar. The Fox Island stop also leaves enough time for guests to enjoy Skipping Stone Beach and the Sitka spruce forests bordering the cove.

With a timely toot of the boat horn passengers climb aboard the boat once again. The captain picks a course through small inlets and around rocky capes for the best wildlife views. Passengers often see droves of seabirds, sea otters, and even noisy sea lions hauled out windswept rocks. The mountains make a splendid backdrop for this diverse array of creatures, as do the surprising alpine glaciers high atop them. The scenic boat trip wraps up with a return to the Seward harbor.

The tour boat has passenger seating in two warm cabins, wrap-around exterior walkways, and outdoor decks on the bow and stern. No smoking is allowed on the boat.

Lunch on Fox Island includes a hearty soup and salad bar. Additional snacks, hot and cold drinks, and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase on the boat.

What to Bring

To make the most of views and fresh air on the exterior decks, it is important to dress in layers for this tour. Bring a rain jacket, hat, and gloves and wear warm base layers and rubber-soled shoes. Be sure to bring a camera and binoculars. Although the boat stays in calmer bay waters, if seasickness is a concern, air on the side of caution and take motion sickness medicine prior to departing.

Special Instructions

Check in at the tour office in the Small Boat Harbor one hour prior to departure. The tour office provides luggage storage if needed.

Transfers & Meeting Points

Most local hotels provide shuttle service to the Small Boat Harbor. The tour operator will provide directions to a free parking lot for self-drivers.

Here are the rates and operating dates for this product. Remember, we have a lowest price guarantee for nearly everything we sell.

Child rates apply to children under the age of 12. Infants under the age of 2 may travel for free but must sit on an adult's lap.

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Quick Facts

• Price $134 + Tax
• Duration 5 Hours
• Departs Lunch
• Operating Dates Daily from 5/18/2024 to 8/25/2024
• Activity Level Less Active

What's Included

• Guide to Kenai Fjords National Park.
• 50-mile roundtrip wildlife cruise.
• National Park Ranger presentation.
• Lunch on Fox Island.

Guest Feedback

"Amazing! The captain and crew were wonderful. The food and service at Fox Island was delicious! They even baked cookies for us in the boat. We saw puffins, otters, whales, seals, and more."

~Chloris from Illinois~

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Resurrection Bay is located just off the Kenai Peninsula, within  Kenai Fjords National Park  near  Seward, Alaska.  

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The  boat tours  along Resurrection Bay are typically narrated by park rangers, who explain the history of the area while you take in the sweeping glacier views and spot Alaskan wildlife.

If you prefer to stay on land, a  hiking tour  along the Harding Icefield trail is a great option to explore and enjoy views of Resurrection Bay.

Most people get to Resurrection Bay by cruise ship via the port of Seward. However, Seward is also easily accessible via Anchorage by train .

About Resurrection Bay

Resurrection Bay is also known as Blying Sound and Harding Gateway. It is a fjord along Kenai Fjords National Park and remains ice-free all year, even in the winter.

The port of Seward is located on Resurrection Bay, along with the WWII base Fort McGilvray.

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Unspoiled Fox Island, the Heart of Resurrection Bay

Kenai Fjords Tours is pleased to welcome you to picturesque Fox Island, in the heart of Resurrection Bay. Your exploration of Kenai Fjords National Park is enhanced by an exclusive stop here where you dine, stroll the beach and explore on land. This island is rich in inspiration and character.

Tour Experiences with Fox Island

Explore more on this full day, guided tour into Alaska’s aquatic wilderness, filled with wildlife, glaciers and remarkable views. Includes lunch on board and dinner on Fox Island.

A family friendly tour with a stop at secluded Fox Island in addition to wildlife and spectacular glacier viewing. Departs at 12 p.m.

Why not stay the night?

The Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge offers comfort & great service on this remote island, with ample opportunities to explore the island by land and sea.

Explore and kayak Fox Island at your own pace during your stay. Just make sure you're back in time for delicious gourmet meals prepared by the island chef at the Wilderness Lodge!

Everyone was amazed by the grandeur and beauty. (And) the friendliness of all the service workers, captains and crew. The meals were awesome, on and off the boat in Fox Island, an amazing experience.

We took the national park tour with dinner on Fox island. The captain and crew were amazing, very knowledgeable and we loved the captains narrations. The whole experience was unreal.

A really great way to see the Kenai peninsula. The captain and crew were great and super helpful, we saw a humpback whale, sea otters, seals, puffin and even a few mountain goats! The food on Fox Island was great and exceeded expectations.

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Sea Kayaking on Resurrection Bay

If you’re drawn to the idea of paddling the waters of Resurrection Bay, we hear you! Join us for a sea kayaking adventure based out of Fox Island. Kenai Fjords Tours partners with Sunny Cove Sea Kayaking to offer either a morning kayak with lunch or an afternoon kayak with dinner on Fox Island. Kayaking is also available to guests at our Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge.

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Resurrection Bay Cruise with Fox Island

Soak up the serene beauty of the Alaskan wilderness on this 5-hour cruise into the Kenai Fjords across Resurrection Bay. Glide past majestic mountains, craggy cliffs and exquisite scenery as your cruise boat cuts through the open waters. With the help of an expert wildlife guide, look out for whales, sea lions and other native wildlife. Then, indulge in a delicious lunch on Fox Island. End your tour with free time at a pebble beach, where you can skip stones and revel in the out-of-this-world scenery.

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• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately; dress in layers
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation Policy

• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

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Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise with Fox Island – Kenai Fjords Tours – 5 Hours

Time: 12:00 pm

Duration: 5h

Meal: Island Buffet

Tour Dates 05/17/2024 - 09/06/2024

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Prices do not include Seward's 7% sales tax and $3.50 head tax

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Fox Island Experience Just 12 miles by boat from Seward, Fox Island and Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge are a world away from all you know. Renowned for jagged cliffs and pristine pebble beaches, they are a must-see for Alaska visitors.

Enjoy skipping rocks and a guided nature walk with a National Park Ranger. Then stop at the Fox Island Day Lodge for our signature dining experience: fish or chicken buffet.

Resurrection Bay Cruise with Fox Island

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Soak up the serene beauty of the Alaskan wilderness on this 5-hour cruise into the Kenai Fjords across Resurrection Bay. Glide past majestic mountains, craggy cliffs and exquisite scenery as your cruise boat cuts through the open waters. With the help of an expert wildlife guide, look out for whales, sea lions and other native wildlife. Then, indulge in a delicious lunch on Fox Island. End your tour with free time at a pebble beach, where you can skip stones and revel in the out-of-this-world scenery.

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Resurrection Bay Cruise: $80.47

Duration: 5 hours

Ticket Information

• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

What's not Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food and drink, unless specified

Cancellation Policy

• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately; dress in layers
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

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