Seward Ocean Excursions

Seward Ocean Excursions runs wildlife and sightseeing tours year round, with only small groups (never more than 6 guests per boat) into Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park. That means more time talking with your Captain and getting a personalized experience. Locally owned and operated, they pride themselves on showing guests the beauty of the area year round.

Tour Options

Half-Day, 6 Hour & Full Day Sightseeing

Spend a half-day in search of a variety of marine life, including otters, sea lions, seals, whales, orcas, eagles, puffins and other seabirds. Of course, the scenery is compelling too, with hidden coves, dramatic waterfalls and impressive glaciers. As a small charter operation, there’s no set route, so you have the flexibility to stay and watch whales breaching or spend a little more time watching the glaciers.

Custom Trips

We offer private tour options to suit your goals. Give us a call or email and we can discuss how to make the perfect trip.

Winter on Resurrection Bay

It may be off-season, but the landscape is still beautiful, the soft light is perfect for photography, and wildlife is still abundant. Half-day cruises (3.5-hours) take you around the Bay and into little coves, where you can check out snowy beaches and enjoy the quiet. You may see otters, seals, porpoises, sea lions, mountain goats, sea birds, eagles, waterfowl—and on occasion, maybe even a whale or orca. Average temperatures range from the teens into the 40's, but don't let the chilly air scare you away. All boats have a heated cabin to keep you toasty while you cruise through the winter wonderland with a hot drink in hand. Most other boats in Seward take the winter season off, so typically you’re the only ones on the water.

Small group, big fun

Seward Ocean Excursions’ vessels carry a maximum of six guests, so you’re guaranteed a small group size regardless of the adventure. Many visitors find this an advantage over larger boats, with a more relaxed pace and plenty of time to talk with your Captain.

The McClures are the original owners of all three of their boats, and they’re essentially the same make/model (Wayward Lynx is a 2021, Lost Lynx is 2018 and Missing Lynx is 2016). Passengers are happy with the heated cabin, great 360-degree viewing from inside, onboard toilet, and comfy seating. Safety is a top priority, so the vessels are outfitted with all the latest safety gear, above and beyond regulation. As small boats, they can pull into areas where larger boats can’t go but still have powerful performance, with the capability of getting you out to hot spots at a cruising speed of up to 40 knots.

About Seward Ocean Excursions

From booking on, your Seward Ocean Excursion will be a personalized experience. With a small group, and your Captain right there, you’re an active part of the trip and they cater to you! Once on board, prepare for a tour guided by a local Alaskan who is passionate about the area, with lots of stories about Alaska and interesting historical and environmental insights.

Seward Ocean Excursions is locally-owned by a husband and wife team, Captains Bixler and Krystin McClure. When they met at California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo, they realized that they both have roots in Alaska going back generations. In 2009 they relocated to Alaska and settled in Seward a few years later. Always game for adventure, the McClures launched their business and welcomed their son Lynx around the same time. He is a sixth-generation Seward resident.