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I will be travelling around the Kenai Peninsula and would like to do a wildlife boat tour. The problem is I get very sea sick. Is there calmer waters in which you could recommend

If you are prone to seasickness but want to enjoy a wildlife boat tour on the Kenai Peninsula, choosing calmer waters is key. While the Gulf of Alaska can be rough, there are areas with more protected waters where wildlife tours can still provide excellent viewing opportunities without extreme motion.

Calmer Waters and Recommended Areas:

  • Resurrection Bay (Seward): This fjord is relatively sheltered and surrounded by towering mountains, which helps block strong winds and large swells. Wildlife tours here are popular for seeing sea otters, puffins, seals, and whales in calmer conditions compared to open ocean.
  • Kenai Fjords National Park near Seward: Tours within the inner bays, like Aialik Bay or Holgate Glacier area, tend to be calmer than outer waters. Glacier-fed fjords provide stunning scenery and relatively smooth waters, especially on mornings with light winds.
  • Prince William Sound (Valdez area): If you venture further east, tours in the sound’s protected coves and inlets often have very calm waters. Wildlife options include seals, sea otters, and occasional whales. The water is generally much gentler than open ocean excursions.

Additional Tips to Minimize Seasickness:

  • Book morning tours, as seas are usually calmer before the afternoon winds pick up.
  • Choose smaller, slower-paced vessels that focus on wildlife viewing rather than speed or long open-ocean travel.
  • Consider medication or natural remedies for motion sickness, such as Dramamine or ginger chews.
  • Sit near the center of the boat, at deck level, and focus on the horizon to reduce the feeling of motion.

By targeting fjords, bays, and sheltered inlets, you can enjoy a Kenai Peninsula wildlife boat tour with minimal discomfort while still seeing abundant Alaskan wildlife and glaciers.

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