Kayak Only or Kayak & Hike Combos
Three Options Daily
Let us guide you on a unique experience, different than any other kayaking tour offered in Resurrection Bay. On all of the tours listed below, our driver-guide will pick you up from our Seward Harbor location, provide you with a light snack, and take you on a fully narrated tour of Seward’s waterfront and historic downtown before making our way along Lowell Point Road to our launch location. Upon arrival at our private launch beach, you’ll meet your guides, gear up, and go through basic kayaking and safety instruction before heading out to explore the shoreline of Lowell Point State Recreation, or beyond to Caines Head State Recreation Area. Upon return from kayaking, your driver-guide will meet you to bring you back to Seward, offering local dining, activity, and tour advice before returning to our Small Boat Harbor office.
Resurrection Bay Tours
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Resurrection Bay Tour
7:20 am - 11:20 am
11:20 am - 3:20 pmMay 11 - September 7, 2024
Ages 8+
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Tonsina Point Kayak & Exploration
9:20 am - 4:20 pm
May 11 - September 7, 2024
Ages 8+
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Caines Head Kayak & Hike Combo
8:20 am - 5:20 pm
May 25 - August 25, 2024
Ages 12+
Professional Kayak Guides
Fully-Guided Kayaking in Resurrection Bay
Knowledgable Driver Guides
Narrated Van Tour of Historic Seward
Stable Two-Person Kayaks
Personal Flotation Device
Spray Skirt
Neoprene Mitts
Waterproof Boots
Dry Bag
Wildlife Viewing
Bird Viewing
Light Snack & Lunch (full day tours)
Resurrection Bay Wildlife Viewing Guide
Included in Price
Resurrection Bay Kayak
Join us for a kayaking trip in Seward, Lowell Point, and Resurrection Bay. Our driver guide will share Seward stories as we head to the kayaking spot. We'll travel on Lowell Point Road to a private beach with stunning views. After a quick briefing with your kayak guides, we'll kayak and may see sea otters, seals, eagles, and salmon. We might also walk along Tonsina Creek to see a salmon spawning stream. Perfect for first-timers or those with limited time.
7:20 am - 11:20 am*
11:20 am - 3:20 pm
Mornings are often calm making this a favorite kayak trip for families. Children 8 and up are welcome on this paddle. All paddlers will be in two-person kayaks, and children under 14 must be paired with an adult. Afternoons tend to be breezier than mornings, especially on sunny days.
*The morning is the best departure time for families with kids!
Itinerary:
7:20 am/11:20 am - Check in at the Adventure Center
7:30 am/11:30 am - Narrated Van Tour to Lowell Point
7:50 am/11:50am - Arrive & Meet Your Kayak Guides
8:30am/12:30 pm - Kayaking Resurrection Bay
10:45 am/2:45 pm - Return to Launch Beach
11:00 am/3:00 pm - Board Van for Return To Seward
11:20 am/3:20 pm - Arrive at Adventure Center
Highlights:
Narrated Van Tour of Seward
2-3 Miles Kayaking
Wildlife Viewing
Light Snack
Kayaking Lowell Point Recreation Area
Salmon (late July to August)
Family Friendly
Eagle Viewing
Short and Sweet, Offered Multiple Times Daily
$129 pp + tax
May 11 - Sept 7, 2024
Ages 8+
Tonsina Point Kayak & Exploration
This is your chance to experience the beauty of Seward, Lowell Point, and Resurrection Bay. Learn about Seward's history from your guide as we drive through town. Then, we'll travel by van to our private beach, enjoying the stunning views along the way. After a briefing from our kayak guides, we'll paddle along the shoreline, admiring the mountains and glaciers. Keep an eye out for harbor porpoises and sea otters. We'll explore Tonsina Point, with its ghost forest and salmon stream, and enjoy a picnic lunch. This excursion includes lunch, drinks, and snacks. Children 8 and up can kayak with an adult.
9:20 am - 4:20 pm
This family-friendly fully guided sea kayaking and rain forest exploration combo trip is perfect for those who would like time to relax in their surroundings whether it be kayaking to a beautiful waterfall, sitting on washed-up driftwood on the beach, or walking through the moss-laden forest. On this trip, we commonly encounter sea otters, sea birds, bald eagles, and leaping salmon.
Itinerary:
9:20 am - Check in at the Adventure Center
9:30 am - Narrated Van Tour to Lowell Point
10:00 am - Arrive at Launch & Meet Your Kayak Guides
10:30 am - Kayaking & Walking the Shoreline
12:30 pm* - Beachside Picnic Lunch
3:45 pm - Return to Launch Beach
4:00 pm - Board Van for Return to Seward
4:20 pm - Arrive at Adventure Center
Highlights:
Narrated Van Tour of Seward
Relaxed Pace
3-5 Miles Kayaking
Wildlife Viewing
Light Snack & Picnic Lunch
Kayaking Lowell Point Recreation Area
Salmon (late July to August)
Family Friendly
Eagle Viewing
Beach Combing
$179 pp + tax
May 11 - Sept 7, 2024
Ages 8+
A Relaxed Pace Blending Kayaking, Beach Combing, and Rainforest Walking
Caines Head Kayak & Hike Combo
Join us for a firsthand look at Seward, Lowell Point, and Resurrection Bay. Learn about Seward's history as we drive through town. Travel comfortably by van to our private beach, enjoying the stunning views along the way. This active adventure combines hiking and sea kayaking. Keep an eye out for wildlife and birds as we paddle along the shoreline. If time permits, we'll hike to Fort McGilvray. Kids 12 and up can kayak with an adult.
This trip is a big day with a lot of activity and exploration and is best for those with experience, or first-timers wanting a very active adventure. If a more relaxed pace sounds appealing, check out our Tonsina Point Kayak & Exploration.
8:20 am - 5:20 pm
This challenging adventure provides a great opportunity to combine both hiking and sea kayaking for those looking for an active day of adventure.
While kayaking we'll watch for sea otters, sea lions, porpoises, eagles, and sea birds. If time allows, our day will include a hike up to Fort McGilvray, an abandoned subterranean World War II military fort.
Itinerary:
8:20 am - Check in at the Adventure Center
8:30 am - Narrated Van Tour to Lowell Point
9:00 am - Arrive at Launch & Meet Your Kayak Guides
9:30 am - Kayaking to Caines Head State Recreation Area (5 miles)
11:30 am* - Arrive at North Beach and Begin (up to 5 mile) Hike
12:30 pm* - Picnic Lunch
3:00 pm* - Kayak Back (5 miles) To Lowell Point
4:45 pm - Return to Launch Beach
5:00 pm - Board Van for Return to Seward
5:20 pm - Arrive at Adventure Center
Highlights:
Narrated Van Tour of Seward
Up to 5 Miles Rainforest Hiking
Up to 10 Miles Active Kayaking
Light Snack & Picnic Lunch
Kayaking Caines Head Rec Area
Salmon (late July to August)
Historic WWII Landmarks
Eagle Viewing
Mountain & Trail Vistas
$199 pp + tax
May 25 - August 25, 2024
Ages 12+
An Active Day, Perfect for the Adventurous Traveler, Combining Hiking and Kayaking
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Waterfall Beach
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Caines Head WWII Artifacts
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High Tide Seastack
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Secret Waterfall
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Caines Head Trail
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Cloudy Resurrection Bay
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Resurrection Bay
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Lunch at Caines Head
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Rainy Resurrection Bay
Looking for Something Else?
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Kenai Fjords Full Day Tour
If glaciers are a must, this is the trip. This tour includes a wildlife cruise on our private catamaran, Ascension, combined with kayaking near a tidewater glacier. This popular tour is limited to 12 seats daily and tends to sell out early.
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Fox Island Half & Full Day Tours
Beloved by our guides, Fox Island boasts a mix of sheer cliffs, turquoise waters, and wildlife viewing. These tours are combined with a wildlife cruise with Kenai Fjords Tours and a hearty Alaska salmon meal at the Kenai Fjords Day Lodge.
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Kenai Fjords Multi-Day Tours
If falling asleep comfortably camping near a tidewater glacier is on your bucket list, we have a variety of trips for your group. We center our tours around Aialik Bay or Northwestern Fjord for 3, 4, 5 or 6-Day kayak camping adventures.