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3 Days/2 Nights
2 people (Price/person)
$ 2,029
3 Days/2 Nights
3 people (Price/person)
$ 1,629
3 Days/2 Nights
4 people (Price/person)
$ 1,429
4 Days /3 Nights
2 people (Price/person)
$ 2,629
4 Days /3 Nights
3 people (Price/person)
$ 2,129
4 Days /3 Nights
4 people (Price/person)
$ 1,829
5 Days/4 Nights
2 people (Price/person)
$ 3029
5 Days/4 Nights
3 people (Price/person)
$ 2,529
5 Days/4 Nights
4 people (Price/person)
$ 2,229
Northwestern Fjord offers an unmatched sea kayaking and camping experience in a pristine, world-class setting!
Located in a remote part of Kenai Fjords National Park, Northwestern Fjord’s beauty is unparalleled, featuring numerous glaciers and sheltered waters. This area of the park is less frequented by visitors due to its location further west than Aialik Glacier Bay.
Our Northwestern Glacier trip is designed for groups of 4-6 people. To help reduce costs, we sometimes combine guided and guide-assisted groups. Smaller parties are welcome to contact us to discuss available options.
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This tour includes a 6.5-hour round-trip water taxi ride to and from Northwestern Fjord, offering prime opportunities for whale and wildlife viewing. Our campsite will be set on several secluded waterfront beaches.Our guides will contact guests approximately two weeks before departure, when applicable, to discuss: dietary restrictions, health concerns, physical capabilities, desired experiences and goals, skills to improve and specific areas of interest.Following these discussions, the guide will create a detailed “Float Plan” that outlines all trip logistics, including planned beaches and coves, meal preparations, and necessary gear.
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- Pick up/drop off to and from local Seward hotels, lodges and campgrounds
- Rain gear (rain jacket, rain pants & rain boots)
- Kayaking gear
- All camping gear
- Gourmet backcountry meals
- Dry bags
- 6.5-hour boat ride whale watching and wildlife viewing (round trip)
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SUGGESTED ITEMS:
- 2 warm tops (fleece or wool)
- 2 polypro or silk base insulated layers (no cotton). Water-wicking fabrics are best. (available at REI, Cabela’s or Sportsman’s Warehouse)
- 1 synthetic long-sleeve t-shirt
- 1 pair of shorts (if you wear them while camping)
- Lightweight long underwear (no cotton)
- Hiking shoes or comfortable slip-on shoes for the campsite (e.g., slides, sandals, or Crocs)
- 3 pairs of extra warm socks, plus an additional pair to wear on the day of the trip
- 1 pair of lightweight gloves for the campsite
- Personal medications, including allergy medications
- Sunscreen (our guide will have some on hand if needed)
- Any snack you prefer that might not be available here. (We have a Safeway in town)
- Camera and binoculars if you enjoy photography and wildlife viewing
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Depending on the time of year, there can be up to several designated beaches to land on and camp at with bear box caches and up to 30 coves to explore. Some beaches are dependent on tides or have specific times for access to camp.
We remain a safe distance away from Northwestern Glacier. You do not want to get too close as a calving event can be very dangerous.
The water taxi is not private. Depending on which boat we are on, there could be 21 or 28 total people. We keep our guest to guide ratio 6:1, but there will be other people and other companies guides on the boat.
- All of our trips operate rain or shine. We will only cancel a trip due to high winds in the bay that would create unsafe kayaking conditions.
- A signed assumption of risk and acknowledgement of risks form is required for all participants.
Our Guides – We are very proud of our guide team, and you’ll understand why after just one trip with us! All of our guides hold ACA Level 2 certification, which includes extensive training in water rescues, group management, and more. They also maintain current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certifications and participate in a comprehensive three-week training course each season to enhance their skills. For guides operating in Northwestern Fjord, additional specialized training and a rigorous assessment are required to ensure they are fully prepared for this unique environment.