What to do and see in Seward, Alaska (AK): The Best Outdoor Activities

January 17, 2022 Alida England

Situated on the Kenai Peninsula at the head of Resurrection Bay, Seward boasts a scenic town and unparalleled natural beauty. Also known as the "Gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park," Seward is a historic town with a lively harbor. Take a day boat tour from Seward to the National Park, where you can see abundant wildlife, spectacular fjords and tidewater glaciers.
Restaurants in Seward

1. Crackerjack Sportfishing Charters

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5.0 based on 113 reviews

Crackerjack Sportfishing Charters

We offer quality half day, full day and multi day fishing excursions in the waters of Western Prince William Sound and the Kenai Fjords National Park and beyond. With 17 years of experience and top of the line equipment, we stack the deck in your favor for a great day of sportfishing in Seward Alaska.

2. 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.

3. Liquid Adventures

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5.0 based on 532 reviews

Liquid Adventures

Professionally guided kayak and SUP trips in Kenai Fjords National Park, Resurrection Bay and amazing Bear Glacier. We are a small, owner-operated company that consistently offers the BEST paddling experience possible in a safe, fun and supportive environment. All abilities welcome. We are featured in National Geographic Adventure Magazine, The Unofficial Guide to Alaska and several other national titles.

4. Adventure Sixty North

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5.0 based on 539 reviews

Adventure Sixty North

Open April- October for sea kayaking adventures in Seward, Alaska. Open November -February by Reservation only weather permitting. We offer guided sea kayaking tours in Resurrection Bay, Bear Glacier, Aialik Bay, Northwestern Glacier, and Bear Lake. We do everything from half day paddles to 10 day sea kayaking adventures exploring Kenai Fjords National Park. Visit our gold panning and gift shop on site. Looking to adventure on your own? Rent trekking poles, bear spray, salmon fishing poles, and more. We cater to smaller groups, family paddles, and the adventurous spirit!

5. Seavey's IdidaRide Sled Dog Tours

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5.0 based on 1,096 reviews

Seavey's IdidaRide Sled Dog Tours

Mush the 2017 Iditarod champion sled dogs! Visit Seavey's IdidaRide racing kennel, where four generations of the Seavey family and 100 of the toughest dogs in the world train during the summer months. You'll be helping train their 46th Iditarod team for their 4th championship. Cuddle the adorable husky puppies, try on the gear worn when it's 40 below, and get a pawtograph from their Golden Harness winning lead dogs. Sleds with padded seats and suspension, fully covered tour, and dog themed gift shop make this the most fun you can have in Seward in the rain. Voted "Best Sled Dog Ride in Alaska" by readers of the Alaska Magazine.

6. Alaska Northern Outfitters

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Alaska Northern Outfitters

World Class Fishing Charters out of Seward, Alaska. Fish aboard Seward's most comfortable, fastest, and largest fishing vessel the M/V Sea Quest with renown Captain Sean. Target trophy-size halibut, salmon, and rockfish.

7. Major Marine Tours - Kenai Fjords Cruise

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Major Marine Tours - Kenai Fjords Cruise

Your safety is our #1 priority. We have implemented new social distancing and sanitation procedures to ensure your comfort, health, and safety while cruising with us. Please visit our website for a full list of updated procedures: https://majormarine.com/our-covid-19-response/ Major Marine offers world-class wildlife and glacier cruises in Kenai Fjords National Park, departing from the beautiful harbor town of Seward, Alaska. We are a locally-owned, family company celebrating over 25 years of sharing the beauty of Alaska with our guests. See tidewater glaciers, stunning scenery, whales, and abundant wildlife from one of our full-day or half-day cruise options. Our cruises explore the glacier-carved fjords and abundant wildlife of Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park, offering some of the best whale watching opportunities in Alaska. Most cruises include a complimentary deli-style lunch served on board, allowing you to enjoy your meal without missing out on any of the sights.

8. Kayak Adventures Worldwide

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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.

9. Exit Glacier Guides - Day Tours

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Exit Glacier Guides - Day Tours

We're excited that 2016 marks our 12th year guiding adventurous travelers onto Exit Glacier and into other amazing locales around Seward. Our company created guided glacier trips in Seward, and we've spent a decade honing our focus on safety and creating amazing client experiences. Our biggest asset is our amazing staff. We are a seasonal business that has been fortunate enough to have our experienced staff come back year after year, which is very rare for our industry. Hope to see you in Seward!

10. ProFish-n-Sea Charters

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5.0 based on 121 reviews

ProFish-n-Sea Charters

ProFish-n-Sea Charters specializes in catching trophy sized halibut, hard-fighting salmon, and colorful rockfish in Seward, Alaska. Every day, our captains work tirelessly to ensure you have a fun, productive, and safe fishing trip on the ocean. Our vessels are some of the newest and fastest in the Seward charter fleet. They are maintained to the highest standards and are loaded with the finest electronics, fishing tackle, and safety equipment. We have been fishing the scenic and pristine waters around Seward for over 25 years. We have built a loyal following of hard-core fishing enthusiasts and novice anglers alike who come back again and again to fish with us. Please join us for an Alaska fishing trip of a lifetime.

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