Alaska: Walking the Kenai Fjords | Alaska Walking Tours

Alaska: Hiking the Kenai Fjords

5 Days & 4 Nights

Revel in the jaw-dropping views of Harding Icefield and Exit Glacier
Learn about the fascinating natural history of the area from your expert local guide
Hike along iceberg-dotted lakes to close-up views of expansive glaciers
Partake in an optional scenic cruise to view wildlife such as orcas, whales, puffins, and bears
Visit Seward and Anchorage, two cities nestled in between the mountains and the coast

With your private group of at least four, hike to spectacular views of glaciers and expansive icefields, including the world-famous Harding Icefield and Exit Glacier. Learn about the fascinating natural history of the area from your expert local guide as you walk alongside iceberg-dotted lakes, below impressive mountains, and next to the forested coastline. Partake in optional activities such as visiting the Alaska SeaLife Center, helicopter-serviced dog-sledding, or a scenic cruise that offers opportunities to view wildlife such as orcas, killer whales, puffins, and bears. In the evenings, explore the downtown areas of Seward and Anchorage, two cities nestled in between the mountains and the coast.

What To Expect

A group of at least 4 is required to book this trip. If you have more than 4 in your group, please reach out for discounted pricing options. This tour is graded easy to moderate with daily hikes averaging around 4-8 miles. This tour is perfect for those who want to explore the expanse of the Kenai Peninsula and Seward area by foot and with the flexibility of their own private guide. Hikers should expect treks along dirt trails and varied terrain, and sometimes exposed heights. Trails are well-signed, maintained, and traveled frequently. There is a lot of flexibility on this trip so you can skip any hikes if you prefer or you can ask our expert guide for other various hikes to meet your needs as well. This trip also includes plenty of free time to enjoy optional activities such as a dog sledding tour on a glacier or a full day wildlife watching cruise. Enjoy staying each night in the charming port town of Seward.

Tour Style:

Private Guided | Alone or with your chosen companion(s), benefit from a private guide throughout most of your tour.

Activity:

Single Center Walking | The accommodation on this tour is in one main location, meaning you can unpack your bags for the duration of your trip

This trip is suitable for:

Families, Mixed Abilities, Groups > 10, Avid Adventurers

As a guide, we would suggest that the minimum age of traveler this tour would be suitable for is: 5 Years

Ideal if you have an interest in:

Wildlife
Coastal & Island
National Parks & Trails
Mountains
Alpine Hiking

Activity Level & Terrain

This tour is easy to moderate with daily distances varying between 4-8 miles a day. The Harding Icefield is the most challenging day, with over 3,812 ft / 1,161 m of elevation gained, however, your expert local guide can offer safe alternatives that day, or the hike can be cut shorter to the groups liking.

All of the walking is on rolling terrain at sea level on well-traveled trails. There are alternative activities that can be offered by your local guide and many are outlined in our daily itinerary breakdown as well.

Navigation

Operated in partnership with our local team of Alaskan experts, your professional guide will show you the many cultural and natural highlights of Alaska. Your guide will work hard to provide you with a daily briefing on the walk ahead, and what the full day will entail.

Accommodations

One of the highlights of this tour is the high standard of accommodation. You will stay in carefully selected 3* small hotels. Your room will always have an ensuite or private bathroom. A delicious breakfast is also included.

Single Rooms

If you require single rooms within your party we will always try and accommodate you subject to availability. A single supplement is payable.

Meals

A hearty breakfast is included each morning. Lunch and dinners are not included so you are free to choose from the surrounding options. Dinner is available either at your accommodation or at nearby restaurants.

Included

Local expert guide on every hike
4 Nights at hand-selected mountain lodges and hotels
4 Breakfasts
Transportation by tour van

Excluded

Guide Gratuities
Lunches, dinners, drinks, and snacks
Personal equipment
Travel insurance
Flights to and from Anchorage

Extras

Additional nights along the route
Alaska SeaLife Center
Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise
Glacier Helicopter Dog Sledding

When To Go

This tour is available from mid-May to mid-September. You can start on any date subject to availability. Alaska is a popular destination with limited lodging capacity, so it is best to book as far in advance as you are able. The best months to visit Alaska is anytime between June and September. In June and early July, you get to experience nearly endless daylight and clearer skies. In August, while you have more of a chance for rain, you also have the opportunity to see the Northern Lights on some lucky evenings. Alaska weather can vary but on average you will experience around mid-60s Fahrenheit as a high and down to low 40's Fahrenheit as a low.

Weather and Climate

As weather patterns in the mountains are often unpredictable and can change suddenly, hikers should be prepared for hiking in the rain, mud, and on the rare occasion, snow, should there be an early or late snow season that year.

Getting to the Start

We include an arrival pick up and drop off on the final day to Anchorage International Airport.

If you are already in Anchorage we can also start the trip with a pick-up from your hotel.

General Information

There is a minimum of 4 people needed to book this trip and a group maximum of 12. Please enquire with a sales specialist about discounted pricing for groups larger than 4.

You will have a private transfer and guide each day of this trip. Your guide is a regional expert and can make suggestions for alternative hikes, restaurants, as well as other activities, and things to do along your route. Your guide will be more than happy to stop for photo opportunities as well as share interesting facts about the region you are traveling through.

Equipment

Our pre-departure information pack has detailed advice on what to bring. Please be prepared by packing all necessary items, including rain gear, sunscreen, and appropriate hiking clothing, as the weather can vary greatly. If you have any questions, we would be happy to share our tips and advice. Please limit your baggage to 1 bag per person of no more than 50 lbs / 20 kg. Your bag will travel with you in your private transfer.

Travel Insurance

It is a requirement of booking this tour with Macs Adventure that you have suitable travel insurance that covers you for the activity and emergency evacuation and hospital care.

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