Tonsina Point Kayak & Exploration

Lowell Point State Recreation to Tonsina Point and Beyond

This family-friendly fully guided sea kayaking and rain forest exploration combo trip is perfect for those who would like time to relax into 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.

Highlights

Narrated Van Tour of Seward
Relaxed Pace
Beach Combing
Rainforest Exploration
Picnic Lunch

Kayaking Lowell Point State Rec Area
Salmon (mid-July to August)
Wildlife Viewing
Eagles
Family Friendly

9:30 am - 4:30 pm

This is your opportunity for us to show you first-hand the beauty of Seward, Lowell Point and Resurrection Bay. While making our way to our kayaking location, learn about life in Seward, both past and present, from your driver guide, who will narrate as we make our way through town. As we leave the paved streets of Seward, we’ll travel along the shoreline of Resurrection Bay on the gravel surface of Lowell Road. We’ll view turquoise blue waters and beautiful mountain vistas while we travel comfortably by van to our private beach.

Upon reaching our launch location, you’ll meet your kayaking guides for a trip briefing before heading out onto the water. This family-friendly fully guided sea kayaking and rain forest exploration combo trip is perfect for those who would like time to relax into 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.

We'll paddle the shoreline surrounded by mountains and glacial vistas, gliding through the waters looking for the graceful movements of the harbor porpoise or the industrious sea otters diving for their lunch. We'll explore Tonsina Point with its ghost forest, late-season salmon stream and beautiful mountain views and enjoy picnic lunch and possibly a visit to a waterfall. This excursion includes lunch, beverages and snacks. Children 8 and up are welcome to kayak with an adult in our two-person kayaks.

9:20 am - Check in at the Adventure Center (1304 4th Avenue, Seward)
9:30 am - Begin Narrated Van Tour as We Make Our Way to Lowell Point
10:00 am - Arrive at Our Private Beach Launch Site & Meet Your Kayak Guides
10:30 am - Kayaking and Walking the Shoreline of Lowell Point State Recreation Area & Resurrection Bay
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