"It was brilliant! Helped by stunning weather. The embarkation process was smooth, loads of room to move around and we were lucky enough to see an otter, puffins and several humpback whales, including a breaching."
Whale Watching Tour · Seward
Best Whale Watching Tour in Seward 2026 — Whale Watching Tour
Meet Seward's humpbacks — summer feeding season puts whales on schedule, and the good boats know the schedule.
#1 selling water activity
From
$166
per person
Free cancellation
- 4.7 / 5 260+ Reviews
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- Free Cancellation
The Experience
What Makes This Alaska Tour Special
Everything that makes this a must-book Alaska tour.
Highlights
- Cruise through the protected waters of Resurrection Bay
- Watch for abundant wildlife such as whales, sea otters, marine birds and more
- Learn about the ecology, geology and history of the area from experienced guides
- Experience wildlife including orcas, humpbacks, sea otters, sea lions and more
What's Included
- Wildlife cruise
- Binoculars to use on board
- Shuttle from railroad depot or cruise ship port
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Meet Your Local Host
Please check in 1 hour before departure at the tour desk located inside the Harbor 360 Hotel lobby, 1412 4th Ave, Seward, AK 99664, USA.
Taste the Real Seward
Cruise through the protected waters of Resurrection Bay
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Calving glaciers, breaching humpbacks, glacier dogs and the aurora at full tilt — captured by our travelers.
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| Rating | 4.7★ (260) | 4.5+★ | 4.5+★ |
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Whale Watching Tour · Seward
About Seward Whale Watching Tours
A whale watching tour from Seward works the summer feeding waters with captains who track the pods daily — sightings range from likely to guaranteed, depending on the port.
Season is roughly May–September. Mornings are typically calmer water; bring layers — the deck is where the whales are.
Also in Seward: Dog Sledding Seward
Guest Reviews
What Travelers Say
5/5
from 260 verified GetYourGuide travelers
"Our captain and crew were amazing; they spent time finding amazing wildlife. They were pleasant and knew the area. So happy."
"Our family of 6 had the most amazing day on this boat cruise!! We saw many humpback whales, sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals, puffins, and bald eagles. The tour guides were incredibly kind and knowledgeable. Our entire group, ages 8 to 80, thought it was the highlight of our trip!"
"What a great day on the water!! Our crew took great care of us from the moment we arrived. We were lucky with the weather but truly benefited from the experience and guidance of the crew. So happy to see orcas, humpbacks, otters, sea lions, puffins, eagles, and more."
"Absolutely loved this boat ride. The staff were professional and friendly. Hard to beat the views we got. Especially seeing the killer whales. That was the icing on the cake."
"This Tour was amazing. Staff was super friendly and hour captain provided lots of information. the location of this place is very nice as it is close to Seward Downtown. Will Prefer to do other tours with the Major Marine Tours in future."
"This crew went out of their way to take care of everyone. They showed us the Bay and wildlife within. They talk about the history and showed us points of interest. then went out of their way to find us whales! Even found us an Albatross! While I was fine, had no motion sickness, I noticed theu checked time and again on those that did. This team was excellent!"
"This Thursday was run by an all female crew. They did a fantastic job!!! We had been told that we were at the end of tourist season and whale sightings were not likely. Not only did we see a pod of about 10 Orcas that gave us an amazing show we also saw bald eagles, a Marmot, mountain goats, two different types of seals and some playful otters. Take this tour!!!"
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Browse Alaska ToursSeward Whale Watching Tour — FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking a whale watching tour in Seward.
Prices start around $166 per person for the top-rated option. Costs vary by group size, duration, and inclusions.
Most run 1–3 hours — check each tour's details for the exact duration and what's included.
Our top pick is "From Seward: Half-Day Resurrection Bay Wildlife Cruise Tour - 2026 (Verified Reviews)" — rated 4.7/5 from 260 reviews. See the comparison above for alternatives.
Yes — these are relaxed, welcoming experiences; check the minimum age on each tour before booking.
Tastings are included; some experiences add a meal, wine, or a guided visit. The exact inclusions are listed on each tour.
Often yes, with advance notice. Flag it at booking.
Meeting points are central and shown on your voucher after booking.
A few days to a week in peak season. Free cancellation on most tours means booking early is low-risk.
Still have questions? Email us at info@bestalaska.tours