Top 10 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Alaska, United States

March 24, 2022 Jana Sager

Alaska is divided into five regions: far north, interior, southwest, south central, and inside passage. Although it takes a long time to see the entire state, you can travel through the regions by boat, car, bus, or plane. Hike through the mountains, or venture out on a deep sea fishing or whale watching excursion. Get in touch with nature by camping in the wilderness, or experience your preferred degree of class and luxury in the beautiful, active cities of Anchorage and Fairbanks. 
Restaurants in Alaska

1. Sunny Cove Sea Kayaking

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5.0 based on 1,743 reviews

Sunny Cove Sea Kayaking

Paddle along the cliffs of Fox Island in Resurrection Bay, hike through ferns and forests near Lowell Point and Seward, cruise and kayak through the ice and watch glaciers calve into the ocean in Kenai Fjords National Park. Our personable and professional guides make the experience fun and educational. Providing exceptional eco-friendly tours since 1996. Check out our website tour details and pictures of the area to learn more.

2. Kayak Adventures Worldwide

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5.0 based on 1,362 reviews

Kayak Adventures Worldwide

We are a small, personal shop that concentrates solely on educational & eco-friendly sea kayaking tours out of Seward, Alaska. We offer half day to multi-day tours in Resurrection Bay and the Kenai Fjords National Park. Our professional guides/naturalists have been through the most extensive training in the area, and our small groups enhance your intimate experience with the magical surroundings and wildlife. We run more Aialik Glacier Day Tours than anyone else in Seward! We've been awarded Gold Star recognition through Adventure Green Alaska for sustainable tourism and our trips focus on environmental preservation and Leave-No-Trace practices.

3. Above & Beyond Alaska

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5.0 based on 1,066 reviews

Above & Beyond Alaska

We specialize in high-quality, small group, active adventures throughout the Juneau area featuring glaciers, bears, and whales. Come join us for guided glacier trekking, ice climbing, wildlife viewing, and sea kayaking. We cater to all abilities! Beginners welcome! We are the top rated wilderness guide service in the area and welcome large groups, photographers, and production companies. We offer custom trips too! Join the company who has worked with Oprah, the Travel Channel, BBC, Nat Geo, Good Morning America and so many more! We also operate the Alaska Boat & Kayak Center, Juneau's only kayak rental and retail shop located in Auke Bay boat harbor.

4. Rum Runner Charters

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5.0 based on 511 reviews

Rum Runner Charters

Avoid the crowds, Rum Runner Charters specializes in affordable, private, premiere family and small group charters for both Whale Watching and Sport Fishing in some of the most beautiful wilderness and wildlife areas in South East Alaska. Cruise ship passengers and independent groups are welcome. Transportation is provided from your cruise ship or hotel. Local owned and operated for 25 years and going.

5. Kenai River Float-n-Fish

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5.0 based on 176 reviews

Kenai River Float-n-Fish

We are a small, family-owned “Mom & Pop” guided adventure company. We are year-round residents of Cooper Landing, Alaska and are honored to share our wealth of knowledge and passion for the incredible waters of the Mighty Kenai River. We love helping folks enjoy the adventure of Alaska! We offer first-class Kenai River guided fishing trips by drift boat for Trout and Salmon. We love to fly fish and spin fish and instruct in both. We welcome anglers of every age and skill level! Our personal service to you is of utmost importance to us, and we strive to deliver an unforgettable experience. Get hooked on the Mighty Kenai with Kenai River Float N Fish! Full Day Trips | Half Day Trips | Sailing Charters | Tipi Glamping

6. Glacier Wind Charters

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5.0 based on 414 reviews

Glacier Wind Charters

Glacier Wind Charters provides personalized, small-group whale watching tours departing from Hoonah, Alaska near Icy Strait Point. Icy Strait affords our guests a unique whale and wildlife watching experience which will be enjoyed aboard our specially designed catamaran, Kohola. With a lifetime of experience on the local waters, captain Shawn has been providing our guests with memories that will last a lifetime since 1995.

7. Ketchikan Kayak Company

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5.0 based on 703 reviews

Ketchikan Kayak Company

Relaxing and educational eco-tours in the wonderland of Southeast Alaska by Sea Kayak or Guided E-bike & Hiking Tours.

8. Juneau Whale Watch

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5.0 based on 5,917 reviews

Juneau Whale Watch

Get the most out of your shore excursion in Juneau with our central port pick-up, flexible schedule at the Mendenhall Glacier Park and deluxe whale watching boats!

9. Adventures in Alaska

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5.0 based on 472 reviews

Adventures in Alaska

Are you looking for a spectacular Adventure in Alaska? We offer affordable private tours just for you! Whale watching, fishing, sight seeing we've got it all! Join Captain Alan for a fun and educational trip on Narwhal our custom built boat for an adventure you'll never forget. Let's make memories that will last a life time.

10. Gastineau Guiding

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5.0 based on 4,444 reviews

Gastineau Guiding

Gastineau Guiding has been offering small-group fully-guided whale watching and hiking experiences to Juneau travelers for over 20 years. Step into Alaska with a passionate and professional Certified Interpretive Guide. Our guiding mission is to provide each guest with a sense of wonder about this special place we call home. Our modern fleet of custom built safari vessels provides the best vantage for viewing and photographing marine wildlife - whale sightings are guaranteed! Join us on a specialty trip by land & sea tailored to your interests: Juneau's original - Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier Photo Safari; Tour of the Year - Alaska's Whales, Glaciers & Rainforest Trails; The science behind the scenery - Discover Alaska's Whales (Science Adventure). Guided rainforest hikes with glacier views and alpine treks for active visitors are also available. Custom Group Tours and Charters are also available for those traveling to Juneau independent of a cruise line.

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