Seward, AK
Ididaride Dog Mushing Tour Chosen as one of Alaska's top 20 attractions, a must do for all Alaska visitors.
Your Seward Dog Mushing adventure begins with a two-mile dog sled ride. Feel the power, excitement, and energy of sled dogs as they are harnessed to the comfortable wheeled dog sled. Upon returning to the kennel you'll tour the Seavey's family kennel facilities, laugh as a guest is dressed up as an Iditarod musher, and cuddle adorable husky puppies. Your guides are all Iditarod racers, and offer a delightfully humorous, behind-the-scenes look at the Seavey family's training for the most demanding dog mushing race on earth, the Iditarod.
The Real Alaska Tour
Seward, Alaska This Seward tour package features all the attractions that truly make Alaska the Greatland. First, your guide shows you the sights of Seward. Learn why Seward was known as "the Gateway to Alaska" and "Mile 0" of the Iditarod Trail. See first-hand the effects of the 1964 Earthquake. Then, head out to Exit Glacier and enjoy a short walk along the nature trail that takes you to the face of the glacial ice. Watch for mountain goats, moose and bears. A hearty lunch will be served before you travel to the Seavey homestead and experience IdidaRide's Sled Dog tour. At the end your driver will return you to your hotel, cruise ship or the Alaska Railroad depot. All local transportation and lunch are included in this package.
We offer perhaps the most amazing and diverse sea kayaking adventures in Alaska. Come explore Aialik Bay (pronounced eye-Al-ick) in Kenai Fjords National Park or Resurrection Bay with us and see why others are saying it is the greatest sea kayaking location in Alaska. Visit our Aialik Bay Photo Album
This is what Kenai Fjords National Park has to offer you.
Fewer people than Alaska's Prince William Sound area.
More opportunities to see whales than other Alaska locations.
More wildlife viewing opportunities; Aialik is famous for its diverse wildlife.
Three tidewater glaciers.
If you want to see tidewater glaciers, more wildlife and are looking for a remote wildness sea kayaking experience, this is what Backcountry Safaris has to offer you.
Why you should pick Backcountry Safaris for your Alaska sea kayaking adventure
Anchorage Departure- Our 5 and 7 day trips depart from Anchorage. No added transportation cost getting to Seward.
Dry Suite- We supply drysuits for your comfort while kayaking. Most outfitters have you paddling in rain gear. Drysuits can help protect you from hypothermia in Alaska's cold waters. Another advantage to drysuits is that if the weather turns wet, they add warmth and a comfort level you would not think possible in this maritime environment.
Gear We Save You Money- We supply the specialized outdoor gear needed. You will save money since you don't have to buy gear that you may only use one time. We supply high quality rain gear, rubber boots, pogies (kayaking gloves) to keep your hands warm, tents , sleeping pads, and dry bags to pack your gear in.
Single Kayaks- Option to paddle your own single kayak. Most outfitters give no choice you have to paddle a double kayak. Please inquire.
Alaska Sea Life Center- 5 and 7 day trips include a behind the scenes twilight tour. You'll enjoying a picnic style dinner among Alaska marine animals. Imagine being the only guests in the SeaLife Center! This is private tour and takes place after the Sea Life Center closes for the evening.
Environmental Commitment- All of our Alaska adventure tours are run in matter to minimize environmental impact. We practices Leave No Trace camping techniques.
Insurance and Permits- We are fully insured and have special use permits from the National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service and Alaska State Parks.
Aialik Bay, Kenai Fjords is famous for it's wildlife. It's common to see humpback whales and pods of orca (killer) whales. We often see them from our kayaks and from the charter boat taking us out to Aialik. Our boat captain will stop and even to go out of the way to give you an opportunity to see them. Kenai Fjords is one of those rare locations in Alaska that's just teaming with wildlife. We can almost guarantee that you will see numerous black bears. There are seals around the glaciers, sea otters, and bald eagles and a occasional mountain goat, coyote, and hoary marmot. There's also a haulout for endangered Steller sea lions, and masses of seabirds nest here in the summer, including the famous puffin.
There are three tidewater glaciers that spill down off the Harding Ice field. On all our sea kayaking adventures you'll witness the awesome power of calving glaciers from the best seat in house, your kayak. As the glaciers slide into the ocean the sounds will amaze you. The valleys come alive with thunderous booms and echoes, an experience you will not forget.
You'll see lots of waterfalls cascading down sheer granite walls. You can even sea kayak under waterfalls, if you're bold, On the longer trips we sea kayak through numerous rock arches while exploring the rugged coast of this maritime fjord.
Backcountry Safaris offers a variety of Alaska sea kayaking tours from 4 hours to 7-days. You can spend as much or as little time as you have available. The 7-day sea kayaking trip provides a complete Alaska sea kayaking wilderness experience and enough time to gain an intimate understanding of this magical place. This is perhaps our single best overall sea kayaking adventure we offer. The 5-day trip offers a full trip with just a little less time for exploration plus an evening to explore the city of Seward and as an option continues on to our 3-day Denali Park Adventure. And the 2 and 4-day trip allows travelers who are pressed for time to still enjoy the pristine beauty of Kenai Fjords and includes sea kayaking, wildlife viewing, and witnessing the awesome power of a calving tidewater glacier. All boat charters to and from Aialik Bay are narrated wildlife cruises. If you're going to be in Seward for a short time our 4 hour Resurrection Bay sea kayaking adventure is a fun way to spend part of your day.
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4 Hour Resurrection Bay Sea Kayaking– Resurrection Bay in Seward has an abundances of marine wildlife. We often see sea otters, bald eagles, seabirds and jumping salmon. The bay offers spectacular mountainous scenery with hanging glaciers coming off the tops.
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2-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Sea Kayaking– You'll experience the pristine beauty of Kenai Fjords National Park and spend the afternoon sea kayaking and watching a spectacular show as ice calves off a tidewater glacier. You will hear thundering sounds echoing across the bay from the glacier that will amaze you.
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5-Day Kenai Fjords National Park Sea Kayaking– Aialik Bay is perhaps the most diverse Alaska sea kayaking location. Three tidewater glaciers flow into Aialik Bay and the area is teeming with wildlife. You'll sea kayak among huge icebergs trapped in a lagoon. Witness the awesome power of calving glaciers. You'll see lots of waterfalls cascading down sheer granite walls. You can even sea kayak under waterfalls, if you're bold.
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7-Day Kenai Fjords National Park sea kayaking– Our 7-day Alaska sea kayaking trip provides a complete Alaska sea kayaking wilderness experience with enough time to gain an intimate understanding of this magical place. We think that this is the single best overall sea kayaking adventure in Alaska.
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7-Day Kenai Fjords National Park sea kayaking/Denali Park trip– Combine the best Alaska has to offer by land and sea on this special package adventure. We spend four days sea kayaking in majestic Aialik Bay of Kenai Fjords National Park then explore Alaska's tundra in the shadow of The Great One - Denali.
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Custom Group Itinerary– Alaska offers many options. If you have a family or small group please give us a call to explore the possibilities. Backcountry Safaris is a expert on Alaska logistics. One option might include guide rental, where you furnish all your owe food and personal camping gear and we furnish a guide, transportation, and the kayaks. Backcountry Safaris has a bus and vans and can furnish transportation or a escorted tour for families or company trips.
Backcountry Safaris is also an Alaska Certified Expert travel agent. We are highly experienced at adventure travel in Alaska and we would be happy to answer all your Alaska Travel questions and help you with your Alaska vacation plans. We would also be pleased to arrange a custom Alaska tour package for you. Please contact us if you would like more information on a custom tour package.
Backcountry Safaris P.O. Box 231121 • Anchorage, Alaska USA 99523 1-907-222-1632 or toll-free 1-877-812-2159
Backcountry Safaris is a member of the following trade and travel organizations:
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Experience: Locally owned and operated since 1986 and certified by the Alaska Travel Industry Association as a Alaska Certified Expert travel agent.
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Service: You are the most important part of our business. From pre-trip logistics to the end of your trip, we customize your trip to remove the hassles and increase your enjoyment.
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Customization: We've guided adventure trips in Alaska for more than 20 years. This experience helps us plan a trip that best meets your desires. We work with you to create an Alaskan adventure of a lifetime.
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Credibility: We are members in good standing with major adventure and travel trade associations. Click here. References are available on request.
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Insurance and Permits: We are fully insured and have special use permits from the National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service and Alaska State Parks
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Guides: Our Alaska guides have the right mix of camaraderie, experience and leadership to make your trip memorable.
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Environmental Commitment: All of our Alaska adventure tours are run in matter to minimize environmental impact. We also support the voluntary dollar a day for conservation program and the National River Cleanup Week just to mention a few.
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Located in Exit Glacier river valley and just minutes from Seward
these Seward cabin rentals are perfect for the independent Alaska traveler seeking to experience all the wonders of Seward Alaska in true comfort.
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