Hike the Exit Glacier overlook with a guide in Kenai Fjords National Park
2.5 hours
Guide, Shuttle, Trekking poles
Hike the 2.2-mile Glacier Overlook Trail and learn how Exit Glacier has shaped the landscape around Seward. Your guide shares insights on local flora and fauna, geology, and glaciology along the way.
Ages 10+; children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The route is not limited mobility accessible and can include gravel, a slightly steep rocky slope, and slippery sections. A signed assumption of risk and acknowledgement of risks is required to participate.
Cancel 8+ days before departure for a full refund. Cancel 3–7 days before for a 50% refund. Cancel within 48 hours, no-shows, or leaving after the trip starts: non-refundable. If the operator cancels due to weather, you can reschedule or get a full refund.
No. You do not climb on the glacier during this hike.
Bring layers and rain gear. Wear water-resistant or waterproof hiking shoes with warm socks, plus synthetic activewear. Pack a water bottle, snacks, and a camera; binoculars are optional.
No. The route is not limited mobility accessible. You start on a partially blacktop trail that turns into an undeveloped trail; you may hike on gravel, climb a slightly steep rocky slope, and encounter slippery sections.
Kenai Fjords National Park
The guides here consistently shine in these reviews, with names like Bird, Lauren, Momo, Kelly, Jackson, and Blaine earning particular praise for their knowledge, safety consciousness, and genuine passion for Alaska's wilderness. People rave about the Bear Glacier helicopter and kayaking combination, calling it a once-in-a-lifetime experience paddling among massive icebergs. The Exit Glacier hikes and Resurrection Bay kayaking also get stellar feedback. The team, especially Deklan in the office, receives compliments for going above and beyond with patient communication and handling complex booking needs. A couple of hiccups appear in the reviews. One guest was disappointed their guide brought a young child along on what should have been a personalized tour. Another felt the kayak-to-glacier trip was rushed without enough wildlife viewing time on the water taxi return. The gold panning experience left some adults feeling it wasn't worth the cost for what amounted to a brief, somewhat staged activity. These seem like isolated incidents though, as the overwhelming majority describe smooth operations, perfect guide-to-guest ratios, and that magical combination of adventure and safety that makes for an unforgettable Alaskan experience.
The service was excellent, the tour guide was very responsible and knowledgeable, and communication was pleasant. When I got seasick while canoeing, they even helped me get back to normal. Highly recommended.
Tianqi Zhang
July 5, 2026
The service was excellent, the tour guide was very responsible and knowledgeable, and communication was pleasant. When I got seasick while canoeing, they even helped me get back to normal. Highly recommended.
Tianqi Zhang
July 5, 2026
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