Hike the backcountry near Seward with a guide and small group
6 Hour
Guide, transport, poles
Explore the rugged wilderness around Seward on a guided hike through the backcountry of Kenai Fjords National Park. Trek through varied terrain while your guide shares insights on local flora, fauna, and geology.
Hiking is moderate to strenuous on uneven, rocky, and steep terrain. A rain jacket is required. There are no bathrooms on the trail, and participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Day tours (no aircraft): 48+ hours before departure, refund minus a 10% administrative fee; less than 48 hours, no refund; no-shows forfeit full payment. Full refund if KBA cancels due to weather. Online booking and optional protection fees are non-refundable.
Expect a moderate to strenuous hike on uneven, rocky, and steep terrain. You must be able to hike comfortably on rugged sections.
Bring weather-appropriate layers and wear sturdy, well broken-in hiking footwear. A rain jacket is required, and full waterproof rain gear (jacket and pants) is highly recommended. Pack a daypack, water bottle, snacks, and a lunch.
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for check-in and preparation.
Seward, AK
With a perfect rating across hundreds of reviews, this outfit consistently delivers on memorable Alaska adventures, from glacier treks to river rafting. The guides really make the experience here – Brandon, Derek, Mary, and Jared all get enthusiastic shout-outs for being knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about what they do. People love that guides take their time, answer questions, and even drop guests directly at their accommodations. The glacier hikes seem especially popular, with travelers calling them bucket-list experiences worth the physical effort. The company handles logistics smoothly with hotel pickups and well-prepared equipment. One traveler noted the Resurrection River rafting felt shorter than expected with multiple stops breaking up the actual time on the water, though they still enjoyed their guide. Most guests, however, feel they got exactly what they hoped for – whether it's standing on crystalline blue ice, spotting eagles and salmon, or conquering challenging terrain with capable guides who genuinely love their work.
We had an amazing experience with Kenai Backcountry Adventures! Our family of four loved snowmobiling and snowshoeing to the glacier — the views were incredible and the whole adventure was so much fun. A big thank you to Derek for being such a wonderful guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable and made sure everyone felt comfortable. He made the experience even more memorable for us. Definitely one of the highlights of our Alaska trip — highly recommend!
Gaja S
April 3, 2026
We had an amazing experience with Kenai Backcountry Adventures! Our family of four loved snowmobiling and snowshoeing to the glacier — the views were incredible and the whole adventure was so much fun. A big thank you to Derek for being such a wonderful guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable and made sure everyone felt comfortable. He made the experience even more memorable for us. Definitely one of the highlights of our Alaska trip — highly recommend!
Gaja S
April 3, 2026