My tour with guide Emily was absolutely incredible -- we checked off pretty much everything on the…read morelist! Bald eagles, puffins, orcas, humpbacks, sea otters, seals, sea lions, and glacier calving! I took the 7.5 hour tour and time absolutely flew by we were having so much fun. If 7.5 hours seems like a long time and you're hesitant -- just do it! It's so incredibly worth it! Emily was also so knowledgeable about the area, from the geology to the wildlife, and so helpful and patient when I got seasick (not her fault at all, I am just super prone to it) Overall truly amazing experience, incredibly worth the money and time

This was an amazing experience! Captain Abby was a very knowledgeable captain, answering almost…read moreevery question we asked. She knew exactly where to go to show us the animals. We saw 3 schools of whales (humpback and orcas), puffins, sea lions, seals, otters and a giant pod of moon jellyfish. Not to mention we had lunch, which they provided, at the base of a glacier! There was lots of glacial activity and we got to watch ice chunks fall and listen to the crash as it hit the water.

If you are visiting Seward - please book with Seward Ocean Excursions! I was in Alaska for a very…read moreshort work trip and was only able to take one personal day...and this is what I choose to do. I woke up early to drive from Anchorage and it was so incredibly worth it. I was on a full tour - which was only 6 people - and the boat was great; enough space for all 6 people to either be inside or outside on the deck. We had exceptional weather (our guide even said the most rare thing we saw was the top of the mountain range) and it made for a great trip. We saw sea otters, mountain goats (from afar), harbor seals, bald eagles, jellyfish, and were able to follow a pod of orcas for an hour! Our guide was amazing - she was able to help us identify the pods and tell us their story - as well as she had great knowledge of the area, history and all the wildlife we saw. Please support this company - they were incredibly kind, knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the natural area they were visiting.

This excursion was amazing!!! Had such a great time. We saw jellyfish, bald eagles, seals, sea…read morelions, otters, and goats scaling the cliffs of the mountain side. The scenery was amazing, as well!! Snow capped mountains, pristine water, glaciers, and just overall amazing views of the fjords. And, the staff were great!! This is an absolute must when in the area!!

The views and staff are amazing. Food is good. I recommend…read morelater times to avoid overcrowded rides. Highly recommended

Amazing day! Captain and crew exceptional. Came home with lots of fish. Highly recommend.read more

What an epic adventure. Cap't Louis treated my friend and I very well and allowed us to feel at…read moreease on his vessel while maintaining the highest of safety standards. We had an awesome 3 days out on the inlet near Bear Glacier with some top tips thanks to him. Highly recommend him and he takes his and your safety and time very seriously.

Great water taxi ride to Kayakers Cove with Capt. Louis. Plenty of room for any gear and people…read more Five of us relied on The Sea Lori to get us out and back on time and there weren't any problems. Meet up with the boat on the launch to the right of the visitor center and you're ready to go. It seems like the Capt. is in high demand, so make sure to call and make a reservation.

Despite a cloudy forecast, we got to see some wildlife and beautiful views. Our guide, Jake, was…read morereally patient and helped make me feel safe and confident (given this was my first time riding). They took some amazing photos and videos so our memories were captured. Would highly recommend this tour.

From the owner: Looking for things to do in Alaska? We have the biggest adventure in the biggest state! Join us as…read morewe glide through the water of Resurrection Bay, Alaska. Explore breathtaking beauty from the seat of your very own jet ski! ​ Experience the rugged and untouched backcountry of Alaska just minutes from the shores of Seward. Our personalized jet ski tours offer spectacular coastal views and the opportunity to see an array of marine wildlife. We believe nature is best experienced in small, intimate groups that allow you to be fully immersed in the wilds of Alaska!

We had such a wonderful day out exploring the glaciers and wildlife of Kenai Fjords National Park…read more We came pretty late in the season, but they were still offering their full day National Park cruise. As can be the case in the later season, it was raining nearly the entire time we were on the cruise. But we had come prepared with rain gear, and while it would've been nice if it had been more sunny and less foggy, we still had an incredible time. We got to see some glaciers, including the Harding Icefield - which was pretty cool since we hiked up to it the following day from another direction. So much wildlife to see - orcas, puffins, seals, bald eagles... Even though the weather wasn't the best, we still had great animal sightings. All the staff were so incredibly kind and friendly. The tour included lunch. Felt like the lunch was the weakest link of the tour - food could've been a bit better - but all things considered, I wasn't going on the cruise for the food. Towards the end of the cruise, they were able to get some of the glacier ice into the boat and had glacier ice margaritas for sale. Really good price - I believe they were $7 each. The margarita was good, but the ice was incredible. Overall, it was a fantastic experience exploring this portion of the national park. Would highly recommend!

Major Marine Tours is fantastic, I have gone out with them on two separate occasions now and what…read moremakes the biggest difference for me is the staff. The staff are the creme de la creme, they really seem to care about their guests and are knowledgeable to boot! The Captain takes us all over the place, but specifically will seek out things if you ask them to, which really gives the tours a personalized and special feeling. I also have an immense amount of respect for the crew of Major Marine Tours in how they show their respect for the wildlife.

Absolutely amazing family trip! Thanks so much Laura for making our character so outstanding. What…read morean adventure, wilderness, wildlife, fishing, beach hiking, and relaxing with family far from the distractions of every day life. We will be back!!!

A beautiful boat and a great crew make this one of the best charters in Seward. As a lifelong…read moreAlaskan, I've been on countless boats for trips either to fish or sightsee and this is still my favorite. Comfortable rooms, plenty of deck space and a cozy dining area are just a few of the welcoming aspects. I'm a taller guy and their bunk beds were still plenty comfortable. Crew cooks up some fantastic meals and is great to talk to. I would recommend to any group of friends or family for a nice private venture out to Resurrection Bay.

My wife had never fished in the ocean before so I thought what better time to introduce her than…read morewhile we were in Seward to visit Kenai Fjords NP. We reserved the trip with McKenna who was super accommodating. We also elected to stay at the Saltwater Safari Lodge which is right on the docks and made it very convenient to get on the boat. Our captain was Noah and the first mate was Mac's. They were super professional and very helpful. They knew right where to fish and had excellent equipment to determine at what level the fish were currently. We had a group of 7 of us and it seemed like one large happy family. I boated the second fish of the day and it was a big one- over 10 pounds! My wife ended up catching her limit after a slow start and she was extremely thrilled (at the risk of sounding chauvinistic, "Happy wife, happy life!). While we were returning to the docks, Maca filleted all the fish.

I'm writing this review as we head back into the dock aboard the Legend. I'm exhausted! This is a…read moreTop Notch operation! Capt. Bob, Luka, and Parker are hands down, the BEST! They are not only professional, they are knowledgeable and FUN! They are not just taking people out to get a paycheck...they enjoy what they do! There was 12 in my group and the crew did EVERYTHING possible to make sure we had not only a great time, and catch fish! I cannot put into words how grateful I am to have gotten the opportunity to go on this trip but how fortunate I am to have the crew! I will be back!

I booked a private 4 hour whale watching trip with Captain Louis for my husband and I and our two…read more18 year old grandkids. He was very prompt in returning emails and arranging time for our viewing. Captain Louis was flexible with his time. His pricing is reasonable. Our morning out was fantastic. He had done some homework and had a plan for our trip. It was fantastic! We saw some orcas. The most fun was finding a large group of feeding humpbacks. I am sure Capt. Louis and I could of stayed out all day! His boat was well maintained and he was expert with his navigating. Thank you again!!

I would highly recommend booking Captain Louis. My husband and I booked Seward Water Taxi for a…read morecustom trip in July 2020. Captain Louis perfectly tailored our trip to our interests and available time. Bear Glacier was a highlight of our trip with Captain Louis. This was one of the most special things I've seen in my life. If you are in Seward, you need to see Bear Glacier and very few operators go there. Bear Glacier completely blew our minds. I know decades from now, I will still think about that time my husband and I went to Bear Glacier. Captain Louis also took us to see various wildlife: birds of all kinds, a humpback whale, otters, seals, and sea lions. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the animals and the area. Captain Louis brought us to spots that the big tour companies don't go, which I really appreciated.