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    Guided Sea Kayaking Tour to Tonsina Point in Seward

    Paddle Resurrection Bay to Tonsina Point with a small-group guide

    4.9 stars• 751 reviews
    From$181/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    5 - 6 hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Kayak gear, snacks, guide

    Highlights

    Kayak from Lowell Point along the western shoreline of Resurrection Bay to Tonsina Creek and Tonsina Point. Take time to explore the beach and ghost tree forest, with a guide group capped at 6 people per guide.

    • Launch from Lowell Point on the south end of Seward
    • Follow the coastline to Tonsina Creek and Tonsina Point
    • Watch for sea ducks, diving birds, eagles, porpoise, harbor seals, and sea lions
    • Stretch your legs on the beach and explore the ghost tree forest
    • Learn about local flora and fauna, geology, glaciology, and Seward history

    What's Included

    • Kayaks and gear
    • Guides
    • Hot drinks
    • Snacks
    • Rain jacket and pants
    • Rubber boots

    Things to know

    A signed assumption of risk and acknowledgement of risks is required to participate. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. You must be comfortable loading and unloading into the kayaks and walking on gravel beaches; maximum waist diameter is 44 inches for the tandem sea kayak cockpit.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund 8+ days before departure; 50% refund 3–7 days prior; non-refundable within 48 hours or for no-shows. Full payment required before the activity begins; kayaking trips require a 50% deposit at booking and the remaining balance is payable upon check-in. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather.

    FAQs

    No. Most trips are designed for first-timers. You’ll start with paddling instruction and a basic kayak safety demonstration.

    Dress in layers and avoid cotton or denim. Bring water-resistant or waterproof shoes with warm socks, synthetic activewear, and a fleece jacket. Bring a hat, gloves, sunglasses, a water bottle, and your camera. Bring rain gear if you don’t want to use the provided rain jacket and pants.

    Your sea kayaking tour runs rain or shine unless you receive specific notification otherwise.

    Meeting details

    31872 Herman Leirer Road Seward, AK US 99664

    Experience provided by Adventure Sixty North
    Experience provided by Adventure Sixty North

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    Adult

    $181.50

    Ages 18+

    0

    Child

    $181.50

    Ages 10 to 17

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    751 reviews•Google Maps

    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    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!

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    Stephen Balfour

    September 9, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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!

    Photo of Stephen Balfour

    Stephen Balfour

    September 9, 2025

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