A Kenai Fjords wildlife tour was one the planned highlights of our 2 weeks Alaska adventure. Did…read moresome online research and asked some locals for advice on which tour to take. Several recommended Alaska Saltwater Lodge for its small boat tours. So I called to book. They don't always answer their phones so you have to leave a message or call back. I found the best time to call was after 5pm Alaska time. You meet the tour in front of a bakery across from the visitor center. There's a $10 all day parking lot there. Met the deckhand Joe who was really nice with a great sense of humor. Walked the 11 of us out to the boat where we met the captain Lindsey. A little safety instructions and off we went. Right in the harbor were a couple of bald eagles. Father out Lindsey spotted some humpback whales bubble feeding. It was a pod of about 20. We got up close - probably about 25 yards and what an amazing experience. Also saw seals, otters, puffins, sea lions and of course the glacier. The day was beautiful, mostly sunny, but what made the experience was Joe and Lindsey. We're out there 9 hours so had a chance to chat with both of them about living in Alaska, how she liked captaining the boat, etc. Really made the experience much more personal. When we got off we all agreed it was more like a day of boating with friends instead of a tour. Can't recommend Saltwater Lodge tours highly enough for their small group sizes, personalized service and great crew.

Staying at the Dairy Hill Lodging & taking an all-day tour during my time in Seward were wonderful…read morehighlights of my 2-week road trip to Alaska in late May/early June 2015. What a great little town & superb hosts! James & Kathleen made me feel right at home in their cozy, quiet, & comfortable B&B. The bed was comfy, the room was just the right size, & the curtains cancelled most of the constant sunlight shining in Alaska during the time of year in which I visited (this is very important, trust me). I found the prices to be very reasonable for the quality of my quarters, as well as my proximity to eateries & the dock. It was a quick walk from my B&B to the dock in order to meet up with everyone taking the Full-Day, Small-Group Whale-Watching, Wildlife, & Glacier Tour (the same people who have the Dairy Hill Lodging also head this tour). Once aboard, the cloud cover parted & we immediately starting seeing bald eagles & otters. We eventually also saw seals, two types of puffins, sea lions, & a large variety of beautiful birds. The calving glaciers sounded like thunder (you realize how small you are when they're close). Humpbacks & Orcas breached & played close to our boat several times, which was breathtaking. I was giddy when we discovered that two Dall's porpoises decided to have a little fun with us & glided alongside our boat, jumping & having a ball. It truly was an all-day adventure full of memorable moments & well worth the money/time. I cannot recommend the tour highly enough & thoroughly loved their Dairy Hill Lodging accommodations. I really hope I can return to Seward, & if I do, these guys will definitely be a part of my itinerary!

Definitely don't recommend. My husband died unexpectedly. I provided them with the death…read morecertificate and they refused to refund me.

We had an amazing time kayaking Resurrection Bay and staying in a yurt for the first time. It…read morecomes well equipped with everything you could ever need. We were able to cook, sleep comfortably, and have a hot shower. The owners were so welcoming and I was truly impressed. We didn't see any seals this time but we will definitely be back.

What an incredible experience. We stayed for 2 nights in July and wished we had booked a longer…read morestay. Remote, peaceful, immersed in nature, this is hands down one of our favorite spots in all our travels. During the boat ride to the property we got lucky and saw a couple of orcas! Upon arriving we were in awe of the property, the views, and the amenities. We went fishing, cooked fresh salmon on the grill, hung out in the shared space and met other guests, and enjoyed the sound of rain on the yurt roof. I literally had the best night of sleep in my adult life in that yurt! So so cozy. There were river otters that came by each day, which was an added bonus. We will definitely return to take advantage of the surroundings more!

It is difficult to imagine a better place to stay in Alaska. We loved these yurts. We were…read moregreeted time and time again by excellent staff from the boat taxi at check in all the way to check out. We had a memorable stay here at Orca Island. We were given the Oyster Catcher yurt which had a nice combo of a view of the inner cove and the outter bay. Our yurt was in excellent condition with great amenities. We did shopping in Seward before the trip as recommended by the hosts and had all we needed to prepare great meals at the yurt. We used the kayaks to stumble across salmon spawning near the cabins. The spawning was one of the most beautiful scenes I've ever watched. Thousands of salmon making their way upstream in all different stages of life. Incredible. The kayaks were in great condition and we appreciated being taught how to use the kayak skirts because we come from warm water area where skirts aren't used. I recommend bringing water shoes if you plan to kayak as ours came in really handy when getting off the kayaks at the nearby waterfall. If you plan to fish, I'd recommend bringing your own tackle. We weren't having much luck with what was rigged up but we also didn't fish for that long. Still would have been nice to have our own lures to use because their lures seemed too big for the fish in the cove. Tons of fish, not a single bite. I don't think the hosts are that big on fishing. Always good to do your own research if you wanna catch something. During our stay we saw a ton of jelly fish, bald eagles, thousands of salmon, otters, sea lions, puffins, and more birds I couldn't identify. Incredible experience. We loved the art gallery and communal coffee spot. Wish we bought some orca island gear while we were there but forgot to stop back in the shop before departing. Stay here!! Don't bat an eye at the price. It is worth it.

We recently were able to spend the night at Kayakers Cove and enjoyed the peace and serenity that…read morewas offered at the location. The owners are as helpful as they can come and have you leaving with a smile on your face. The hiking and kayaking offer the perfect amount of adventure with the sauna to help you relax away the day. I highly recommend Kayakers Cove and plan on returning as soon as possible! Thanks again M & R!

This is a nice place to get away. You pack everything in that you need (food, water, wood for…read morefires) and take a short water taxi ride across Resurrection Bay. We stayed two nights, one in a small cabin and one in the hostel portion. There are kayaks for rent and the caretakers are very helpful getting you set up with everything you need. In addition to two cabins and the bunk house there is an outhouse with a great view and a sauna which can help you destress even more. There is a common kitchen area to prepare meals and they have everything you need to cook. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a little adventure but not wanting to pitch a tent.

Great job Phil for taking us on such a last minute booking and making it a wonderful time…read more Wonderfully personable, knowledgeable, and great to have along with the ride. Taught us well, thank you.

Just left this place and although we didn't go in to book a guided fishing trip (my husband gets…read moresea sick in small boats) they were super accommodating. Answered all our best fishing spot questions and guided my husband on what flies were best to use in the area. Highly recommend a visit here whether it's for booking a fishing trip or just to stock up on flies!

Mike is very excited about sharing Alaska's beauty with travelers and it shows! He was very…read moreaccommodating and communicative. We had a great time exploring Whittier and the Alaska Conservation Center. I would highly recommend his services.

Mike the RV Butler is your go-to concierge for Alaska! Are young family of six planned a very…read morelast-minute trip to Alaska due to some personal circumstances. We were exploring the option of RV'ing around and so I reached out to Mike after finding him online with great reviews. He books out far in advance as there is high demand for his excellent service. Although he couldn't fit us in he spent a lot of time emailing back and forth with some terrific recommendations for things to do and see and places to eat throughout Alaska. He went above and beyond what anyone else in the service industry would have done. I highly recommend him to anyone and know you'll be well taken care of!

Stayed here one night and it was great. The roads were nicely improved and our campsite was large…read moreand private. We walked down the road to the river where there are trails all along the bank. The boardwalk was super nice and lush, and we had a great time fishing at the confluence of the Russian & Kenai Rivers. Price was fair and I'd definitely stay here again.

Awesome well laid out USDA campground!…read more Great place to stay for fishing at the Russian River, floating the Kenai river, or hiking the numerous trails. Just remember to bring bear spray and/or firearm for bear protection. Numerous parking available if you arrive early enough and with a reservation.

Corey's guided fishing trips give you the best chance to catch that Salmon, Trout or Steelhead of…read moreyour dreams. Great with Beginners, Great with Old Savvy Pros and Great with your kids. I have recommended Corey to my entire family and every fisherman visiting Alaska who wants to catch that "One Big Fish" -- hands down Corey is the best guide on the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers. It's hard to admit that after living the better part of 12yrs in Alaska, I just don't go fishing either river without chartering with Corey. He has yet to not give me an opportunity to catch that fat and feisty fish !! You won't be sorry that you chartered with Corey -- but I assure you that will be if you don't. Tight Lines !!