Major Marine Tours offers a variety of half and full day cruises throughout the Alaska wilderness. Departing from the town of Seward, the Kenai Fjords National Park cruise runs for six to seven and a half hours, depending on the time of year, and offers up-close encounters with fjords, glaciers and wildlife. The cruise includes a national park ranger as a guide, complimentary binoculars while cruising and heated cabins for warmth. The cruise may offer special activities and programming for children. For an added fee, guests may enjoy an on-site buffet featuring such fare as prime rib and Alaskan salmon.
Major Marine Tours
411 West 4th Ave.
Anchorage, AK 99501
800-764-7300
majormarine.com
Departing from the shores of Whittier, Alaska, travelers may book the 26 Glacier Cruise through the travel company, Phillips Cruises and Tours. Passengers sail upon the Klondike Express catamaran for five hours, across more than 135 miles of Prince William Sound. While on their journey, travelers will see at least 26 glaciers, as well wildlife like sea otters, bears and bald eagles. Guests may also use Phillips Cruises and Tours to book transportation to Whittier, utilizing either the famed Alaska Railroad or a chartered bus.
Phillips Cruises and Tours
519 West 4th Ave.
Anchorage, AK 99501
800-544-0529
26glaciers.com
Dolphin Jet Boat Tours operates out of Juneau, Alaska, the state's capital city. Guests may book a three-hour whale watching tour, which includes transportation to the dock from downtown Juneau and the use of binoculars while onboard. Although the captain actively seeks out humpback whales, the cruise may also encounter other wildlife, such as seals and sea lions. As of October, 2010, the company offers a money back guarantee, stating that if passengers do not see at least one whale while on their cruise, they will receive $100 cash back.
Dolphin Jet Boat Tours
9571 Meadow Lane
Juneau, AK 99801 907-463-3422
dolphintours.com
