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Kenai Fjords

We are booking a Kenai Fjords tour with Seward Ocean Excursions. There will be 6 people with no children. Should we do the 6 hour or 8 hour?

When deciding between the 6-hour and 8-hour Kenai Fjords tours with Seward Ocean Excursions, there are several factors to consider, especially for a group of six adults with no children.

The 6-hour tour is designed to give you a full experience of the fjords, including close-up views of glaciers, wildlife spotting, and scenic cruising along the coastline. It is shorter and generally easier for those who prefer not to be on the water for too long or want to keep the rest of the day free.

The 8-hour tour extends farther into the fjords, often reaching areas with larger glaciers, more remote wildlife viewing opportunities, and additional chances to see orcas, humpback whales, sea otters, and puffins. This tour offers a more immersive experience and typically includes more narration and stops for photography. The longer duration means you will spend more time in potentially rougher waters, but for adults, this is usually manageable.

  • 6-hour tour advantages: shorter commitment, less time on potentially choppy water, still covers most major sights.
  • 6-hour tour disadvantages: may miss the more remote fjords and extended wildlife spotting opportunities.
  • 8-hour tour advantages: deeper exploration, more wildlife and glacier viewing, excellent for photography and those who enjoy being on the water.
  • 8-hour tour disadvantages: longer commitment, possibly more exposure to cold or rough water, less flexibility for other activities that day.

For a group of six adults without children, if everyone enjoys extended boat rides and wants to maximize wildlife and scenery, the 8-hour tour is highly recommended. If you prefer a more relaxed pace or want to save time for other Seward activities such as visiting Exit Glacier or local dining, the 6-hour tour is perfectly sufficient.

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