Coastal Brown Bear Flightseeing Tour From Kenai
Fly by floatplane to remote bear habitat, then view coastal brown bears by boat
Duration
~5.5 hours total
Includes
Round-trip flight, guide, gear
Highlights
Take a round-trip scenic floatplane flight from Kenai to remote bear viewing areas, then head out by boat with a naturalist guide. Enjoy flightseeing over Alaska’s rugged coastline and look for coastal brown bears in their natural habitat.
- Fly over coastal scenery, volcanic peaks, and pristine wilderness
- Visit remote bear viewing areas such as Lake Clark National Park or Redoubt Bay
- Observe coastal brown bears as they fish, play, and roam
- Learn about bear behavior, ecology, and conservation from a naturalist guide
- Join a small-group outing designed for respectful wildlife viewing
What's Included
- Round-trip scenic flight
- Naturalist guide
- Safety equipment
- Access to private bear viewing areas
Things to know
Moderate walking on uneven, soft, and possibly muddy terrain is required. No restrooms are available during the tour. Guide gratuities are recommended but not required.
Cancellation Policy
Day tours that include aircraft travel: 90+ days before departure, refund minus a 10% administrative fee. Less than 90 days: no refund; full payment forfeited. No-shows: full payment forfeited. Weather cancellations by KBA: refund minus a 10% administrative fee.
FAQs
For Kenai departures, arrive 60 minutes before your scheduled flight time. For Seward departures, arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Seward departures run about 12 hours total and include round-trip ground transportation between Seward and the flight office in Kenai. The drive is about 2.5 hours each way (about 5–6 hours total).
Dress in layers and bring rain gear (required). Wear comfortable, warm footwear suitable for uneven terrain (waterproof boots recommended). Bring a camera (and extra batteries), binoculars, sunglasses, sunscreen, a water bottle, and snacks.
Meeting details
Departs from Kenai, AK
