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Bear Glacier

Bear Glacier

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Not far from the town of Seward, Alaska, dozens of glaciers comprise an icefield spanning more than 300 square miles (780 square kilometers) within Kenai Fjords National Park. The longest of these glaciers, Bear Glacier sits in a lagoon of the same name that draws adventurous campers, kayakers, and stand-up paddleboarders (SUPs) from Alaska and beyond.

Seward, Alaska, 99664

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Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise

Treat yourself to an abundance of wildlife viewing with this 4-hour Kenai Fjords cruise in Resurrection Bay from Seward Harbor. Travel 55 miles (round-trip) along a rugged coastline and snap plenty of memorable photos as you sail past Bear Glacier. Sail close to sea lion colonies and seabird rookeries, and keep your eyes peeled for whales, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, eagles and mountain goats.

4 hours
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Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise

Discover the glaciers and wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park on this full-day catamaran cruise. Enjoy jaw-dropping scenery as an experienced naturalist provides engaging commentary. In Aialik Bay, watch for the calving of tidewater glaciers, when chunks of ice break off and crash into the water. From the comfort of a heated cabin, spot Steller sea lions, orcas, humpbacks and puffins that call these waters home. Enjoy a complimentary deli lunch onboard.

7 hours 30 minutes
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Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Northwestern Cruise

Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Northwestern Cruise

Journey to the remote, glacier-carved Northwestern Fjord in the Kenai Fjords National Park on this full-day small-vessel cruise from Seward. Pass through Resurrection Bay, the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Resurrection, Granite Pass, and Harris Bay. Whether you’re a birder or whale-watching enthusiast, you’ll likely to snap plenty of photos of humpbacks, orcas, Steller sea lions, seabirds and more. Watch for glacial calving, where giant chunks of glacial ice break off and crash into the water. Light Deli lunch is included.

8 hours 30 minutes
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Spring Wildlife Cruise

Spring Wildlife Cruise

Sail the waters of Resurrection Bay in search of Californian gray whales on a half-day cruise from Seward. These huge mammals arrive here every March through May on their annual migration northward into Alaska’s waters. Watch for these incredible beasts and other whale species, as well as other wildlife, and view the luminous blue glaciers crowning the surrounding mountains. On-board commentary, binoculars, and hot drinks included.

4 hours
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Spring Resurrection Bay Tour

Spring Resurrection Bay Tour

Search the waters of Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park for gray whales on this 4-hour cruise from Seward. In the spring, gray whales migrate more than 5,000 miles from Baja California to Alaska’s Bering Sea in search of food. Learn about the whales from your crew, who are also wildlife experts. Keep your camera out for other wildlife sightings, including rookeries, seals and sea lions, and Dall’s porpoises. Bonus: A light lunch with a freshly baked cookie is included.

4 hours

Resurrection Bay Cruise with Fox Island

Resurrection Bay Cruise with Fox Island

Admire the icy blue waters of Resurrection Bay as your boat glides past glaciers, snowcapped mountains and dramatic cliffs. On this 5-hour cruise into the Kenai Fjords across Resurrection Bay, keep watch for whales, puffins and otters with the help of a wildlife guide. Step onto the shores of beautiful Fox Island, and sink into a mouthwatering lunch at a private lodge. This Resurrection Bay cruise gives you the chance to learn about the area’s natural history and skip stones at a pebble beach.

5 hours
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Bear Glacier Scenic Flight

Bear Glacier Scenic Flight

Fly from Seward to Bear Glacier, soaring over Resurrection Bay with spectacular views of snow-capped mountains and massive icebergs. From waterfalls to old-growth forest, the scale of the Alaskan landscape is best seen from the air, and traveling by helicopter means you'll get an eagle's-eye perspective on the coast. When you reach Bear Glacier, you'll be looking straight down at Kenai Fjords National Park's largest glacier, and one of the world's biggest glacial moraines.

30 minutes
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Extended Bear Glacier Scenic Flight

Extended Bear Glacier Scenic Flight

A one-of-a-kind Alaskan experience that should not be missed, this 45-minute helicopter flight from Seward takes you to Bear and Aialik glaciers. Nestled among snow-covered peaks, Bear Glacier rests above a remote lagoon studded with massive icebergs the size of houses. See the walls of Aialik Glacier dropping into the ocean. Take photos of cascading waterfalls, old-growth forests and turquoise-blue water that surround a frozen landscape carved by millennia of advancing and retreating ice. Enjoy aerial views of Kenai Fjords National Park.

45 minutes
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Grand View Tour

Grand View Tour

Enjoy aerial views of Alaska's natural beauty on a 1-hour scenic helicopter flight from Seward. Fly over the massive Bear Glacier in Resurrection Bay, and cross the mountains to Aialik Bay. You might see bears, whales, calving ice sheets, giant icebergs, and more as you explore the area around Kenai Fjords National Park and Chugach National Forest by air.

1 hour
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What are people saying about Bear Glacier

Extended Bear Glacier Scenic Flight

Elizabeth_C, Aug 2022

The Glaciers from Above

Its was one of the most amazing experiences we've ever had on a vacation. The sun was shining, we saw bears and mountain goats. We were welcomed warmly and our pilot was the BEST! No other way to experience the Glaciers!

Extended Bear Glacier Scenic Flight

SYEDA_F, Aug 2022

Just Amazing!!! From...

Just Amazing!!! From pickup to the end. Elise was wonderful and patient working on my anxiety about the weather. I forget my pilots name but he so friendly , such a good pilot, took his time and made sure we had the best experience and the most breathtaking views. No one should skip this experience in Seward . Thank you

Extended Bear Glacier Scenic Flight

Carey_C, Aug 2021

Epic Views

Seward is amazing town and this helicopter tour is epic! If you have some extra cash to burn on vacation this is best investment for memories of lifetime.

Extended Bear Glacier Scenic Flight

Dick_S, Jul 2021

Glacier fly over

Absolutely fabulous. Cody our pilot was exceptionally knowledgeable and made the trip truly rewarding. Mountainous terrain was certainly expected but bear, bald eagle sightings while great were no comparison to the ice field/ glacier flyover. Incredible

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The best ways to experience Bear Glacier are:

Kenai Fjords and Resurrection Bay Half-Day Wildlife Cruise
Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise
Full-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Northwestern Cruise
Spring Wildlife Cruise

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