Things to do in Seward, Alaska (AK): The Best Kayaking & Canoeing

April 26, 2022 Kaleigh Reichenbach

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. Sunny Cove Sea Kayaking

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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. Liquid Adventures

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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.

3. Adventure Sixty North

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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!

4. 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.

5. Seward Water Taxi

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Seward Water Taxi

Private Sightseeing Charter or Drop Off And Pick Up Options to your preferred locations. Popular locations include Granite Point Mountain Lodge, Kayakers Cove, Bear Glacier, Thumb Cove, and Caines Head State Park.

6. Alaska Fjord Charters

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Alaska Fjord Charters

Discover Kenai Fjords National Park aboard our cruise yacht Darby, offering multi-day overnight adventures and premier access to one of Alaska's most stunning glacial landscapes. A backcountry experience with motor-yacht comforts. Perfect for families, outdoorsmen, photographers. All charters include accommodations and meals. Private 3-4 day trips offered May to Sept, 20th year in business, 38 ft motor yacht, USCG licensed captain, accommodates up to 6 guests, 3 double sit-on-top kayaks, 16' inflatable outboard for shore excursions, fishing gear, and a hydrophone to hear underwater whale songs.

7. 60 Degrees Adventure Charters

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60 Degrees Adventure Charters

Our yacht charters out of beautiful Seward, Alaska are customized to your interests. Wildlife viewing, bird watching, cruising, wilderness trekking, beach combing, diving, kayaking, and more – we can help your group of up to six adventurers have the trip of a lifetime! Eight hour day day cruises will show you glaciers, wildlife, and the abundant beauty of Resurrection Bay. This tour includes a delicious salmon lunch prepared with fresh, local ingredients. Our multi-day adventures will have you kayaking with icebergs, eating dinner with a glacier crackling in the background, and falling asleep to the sound of waterfalls. You can count on these days to be unforgettable!

8. North Pacific Expeditions

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North Pacific Expeditions

North Pacific Expeditions brings up to 12 guests on week-long, all-inclusive small ship adventure cruises in Alaska's in Prince William Sound and on the Kenai Peninsula. Activities include kayaking, trekking, beach combing, wildlife and glacier viewing, photography and for the most daring - polar plunging! Guests experience Alaska up close and personal - and far away from the big boat crowds.

9. Alaska Coastal Explorer

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Alaska Coastal Explorer

Our boat Hope is a comfortable Delta 41’ fully equipped for your ultimate Alaskan adventure. We offer a diverse range of experiences with a little something for everyone. Our signature trips are salmon and halibut fishing, but we feature wildlife sightseeing/glacier tours, surf charters, kayak expeditions, and remote lodge drops as well. Private charters and overnight trips available.

10. Kayakers Cove

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Kayakers Cove

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