Kayak to Bridal Veil Falls, then hike Exit Glacier in Kenai Fjords National Park
8+ hours
Guide, lunch, shuttle
Combine sea kayaking and a guided nature hike on this full-day trip from Seward. Paddle Resurrection Bay to Bridal Veil Falls, then head to the Exit Glacier Overlook Loop Trail in Kenai Fjords National Park.
Ages 10+; children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. You must be comfortable loading into kayaks and walking on gravel beaches; this tour is not limited mobility accessible. A signed assumption of risk and acknowledgement of risks is required to participate.
100% refundable 8+ days prior. 50% refundable 3–7 days prior. Non-refundable within 48 hours, for no-shows, or once a trip has started. If the operator cancels due to weather, you can reschedule or get a full refund.
No. Most trips are designed for first-timers. You start with paddling instruction and a basic kayak safety demonstration before you get on the water.
Arrive on time for check-in at the office at 8:00am.
Plan for pickup about 15–20 minutes before your scheduled check-in time. Be ready then; the operator will confirm your estimated pickup time the day before your reservation.
31872 Herman Leirer Road Seward, AK US 99664
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 Bear Glacier Kayaking Tour with Lauren as our guide was utterly phenomenal. She kept us safe and together while still letting us explore and indulge our curiosity. Before the tour started, Michael on the phone had me prepared for the journey. I recommend these folks whole heartedly!
Stephen Balfour
September 9, 2025
The Bear Glacier Kayaking Tour with Lauren as our guide was utterly phenomenal. She kept us safe and together while still letting us explore and indulge our curiosity. Before the tour started, Michael on the phone had me prepared for the journey. I recommend these folks whole heartedly!
Stephen Balfour
September 9, 2025