With a group of about 15, it cost about $45 each way for a ~20 minute ride from Homer, AK, across…read morethe bay to Kachemak Bay State Park. If you have a big group, be aware they allow about 6 people at a time on their boats. Coming back, we were scheduled for a 3pm pickup. We ran late due to some issues while rafting and messaged them on our InReach, easily rescheduling for a 7pm pickup. We finished early and with only about 45 minute's notice, they came and got us at 5:45pm instead! The captains have all been friendly. You can sit outside or in their cabin. They're also knowledgeable about the trails in the area; some are not very well maintained and they will give you a head's up on those.

Be careful if you use this company or plan on using them. if you have ever left them a bad…read morereview-four years old. They may choose to leave you on the side of a mountain in November with a storm approaching. After agreeing to a price and a pick up time and location.

I had a great experience using True North Kayak. The night my friend and I arrived in Homer, we…read morewent to the Truth North office to see what type of hiking we could do the following day. The lady working the office (can't remember her name), was very helpful and suggested that we do the hike to the Grewingk Glacier. The following morning, August 16, we started at 8 a.m., and Forrest, the boat captain, dropped us off across Kachemak Bay. We hiked to the tram first and then the glacier. The tram is an awesome detour. The tram is a metal cart attached to a pulley system and goes over a river. In order to get to the other side, you have to pull a rope by hand. It's best taking turns if you have a partner so you don't burn out. The hike was pretty flat for the majority of the time until you start descending down to where the boat picks you up. If it's raining, which it wasn't on that day, I can see how muddy and wet the hike could become. Grewingk Glacier was probably the fifth glacier that I saw on my trip and the sight was still breathtaking. We took our lunch and relaxed by the glacier for probably an hour before hiking again. The hike itself did not take that long. Our pace was pretty slow yet deliberate, we stopped to take a lot of pictures, relaxed during lunch, and still made it back to be picked up at around 2:30 p.m. The following day, we went on the Elephant Rock ¾ day Kayaking trip, with guides Shannon and Brad. It had been a while since I've used a kayak, but it was pretty much like riding a bike; you'll pick it up again pretty fast. As opposed to ice climbing, you really don't need that much physical strength to kayak. The Kayaking trip was picturesque to say the least. The calm waters (fortunately it wasn't windy), the mountain ranges, and the lush green vegetation are something to behold. We also saw a lot of wild life including jellyfish, sea otters, whales, multiple bald eagles, and even baby eagles squawking and practicing flight. I could have spent all day hanging out and kayaking the area. Moreover, I had a great experience with the staff. Forrest, the captain of the boat, was very personable and reliable. For the hike, we were supposed to have been picked up at 5:30 p.m., but we called the office and asked to be picked up a few hours earlier. Forrest was very accommodating and picked us up not long after the call. On our trips across the bay, he would also stop to allow us to whale watch, which was an added bonus. Brad, one of the guides for the kayaking trip, was also a pleasure to talk with. He was always willing to answer any questions regarding Alaskan history and made sure we were taken care of and were having a good time. He seemed to be very knowledgeable about rock formation and plate tectonics. Also an avid collector of several types of seaweed, he discussed how seaweed can attribute to more nutrients and minerals than your average diet. Finally, our other guide from the kayaking trip was Shannon. Although this lady hails from relatively large family, she definitely stands out as a guide and a person. In the best possible way, Shannon is full of shann-anigans and her attitude, energy, and humor are very infectious. She was always attentively looking for wild life to make sure that we didn't miss anything. Quite often, she checked in on everyone to make sure that we were doing okay. Lastly, her smile matched the scenery, as they were both lovely. All in all, I had a great time during the glacier hike and the kayaking trip. The Truth North outfit gets my two thumbs up! If it's your first time visiting Homer, I highly recommend these trips and of course a halibut fishing charter! On my return trip, I plan to do more hiking and kayaking again. =)

Our guides were Ave and Ella. They were great. Both were knowledgeable about the area we kayaked…read morein, the wildlife and geology. As a novice paddler I felt completely safe with them watching over us .

We (my wife and I) did a full day private tour with Glen on his boat, and it was awesome!! Glen is…read morefriendly, knowledgeable and easy to get along with. He is a former wildlife and marine biologist, and knew a lot about the history of the area, something we were really interested in. We saw bald eagles, puffins, otters, seals and many other types of birds. Also got to visit Halibut cove and Gill Island. Glen also followed COVID-19 protocols, which was extremely important for us. A highlight of the trip was a great salmon dip that Glen had made for us, and also all the his stories. We would definitely recommend Glen if you want to do a wildlife tour in the Kachemak Bay from Homer.

Absolutely loved everything about this Kachemak bay tour! We saw stunning wildlife: otters,…read moredolphins, sea lions, water ducks, and eagles. The captain, who is a prior fish and wild life biologist, is very knowledgeable about Homer and the history of the bay. We even had the opportunity to meet a Oyster farmer and buy fresh from the sea Alaskan grown Oysters! I would highly recommended this tour to anyone visiting the area!

This is a wonderful eco-tour across Katchemak Bay from Homer, AK. It is slow paced and safe even…read morefor the NON-experienced kayaker. (I'm 62 and have never, ever kayaked, and I felt very comfortable the whole time.) Rick is a great safety conscious guide and teacher and pleasant host. His love for his "back yard" is evident as he shares the sites as you leisurely paddle around Tutka Bay. You see and and can touch all types of star fish, photograph anemones, commune with otters, and enjoy breathtaking scenery. Then you help gather a variety of beach plants to go in the salmon and rice soup prepared right on the beach by his assistants. It is served with homemade bread. No rush, just a great way to experience Alaska up close and personal! Thanks, Rick, for a great memory!

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This was the highlight of our 10 day Alaskan vacation throughout the Kenai Peninsula. Our tour…read moreguide was Emma and she was phenomenal! We were paired with a larger group, so we also kayaked with Jackson and Erin who were super friendly and helpful. Between our water taxi ride to base camp and our paddle to Halibut Cove, all three guides helped us spot bald eagles, sea otters, osprey and even sea stars. They each had kayaking tips and interesting nature wisdom to share. Emma even took photos of our whole group and sent them to us afterward. Once we landed on the beach at Halibut Cove, Emma sat and ate with us, telling us all about the hike we were about to embark on. She was originally from our neck of the woods and it was so nice to connect about other kayaking adventures we had each tried. She was a an absolute gem and we would be thrilled to kayak with her again.

Scott and Susan were terrific hosts. Well traveled, gracious, fantastic conversationalists and made…read moreus feel right at home. Their story of starting the business and building the property up is very inspiring. Fell in love with the little cabin we had to ourselves. Their "continental" breakfast was a full blow breakfast including Susan's incredible burritos. The kayak tour with Tom was equally amazing with a well planned trip to work with the tide to make the paddling easier and Tom himself who was a great guide with lots of knowledge. Bonus that we got close up with bald eagles, puffins, sea otters, seals, and a black bear. Topped off the kayak with a short hike. Our only regret was not staying longer. Highest recommendations for this outfit and the people running it!

We waited until the last day of our trip and got stuck with this company. They are not only the…read morehighest priced boat tours on the spit, but are also the only company that charges the same price for children, even newborns. They claimed it was due to coast guard restrictions to 6 people, but there were two open spots on our tour, so our newborn in a carrier did not take up a spot from another paying customer. They were late to pick us up because they allegedly had trouble with our boat, so we were downgraded to the cheaper boat and were only able to tour the bay for an hour instead of two. However, it was more likely due to insufficient staffing since they have four boats, and they could have tried to shift the couple remaining tours to accommodate their delay. Luckily, the captain was fantastic and did the best he could with the time that we did get on the tour.

Our afternoon on the water with Captain Chelsea was the highlight of our time on Homer Spit. We…read morespotted all kinds of wildlife and saw the absolute beauty of the mountains frim the water. It was breathtaking and Captain Chelsea made the entire trip enjoyable with her chill vibe and knowledge of the area. The boat is super comfortable - take this opportunity to have the time of your life. You won't regret it!

Andrei far exceeded our expectations on our trip between Homer and Katmai. We expected a flight,…read morebut what we got was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we took off, he shared interesting information about the area and went out of his way to point out volcanoes and other sights along the way. It was our kids' first visit to the region and their first time flying in a seaplane, and Andrei made it even more special. We felt completely comfortable flying with such an experienced pilot. He was friendly, easy to communicate with, flexible when we needed to adjust our return time, and very punctual. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend flying with him.

Andrej is probably the best pilot out there for the brooks falls…read more If you're reading this review and have any doubts like I did before the flights, I would suggest to stop double guessing and book Andrej without any doubts.

Did the Halibut/Ling Cod/ Rockfish Combo Charter on Saturday & it was so great I booked the long…read morerange halibut the next day! I was amazed as over 2 days 20 halibut over 80# were caught (3 over 100 & 1 @ 200#). A dozen Ling Cod over 30# & limited out each day! Captain Gabe & Austin were helpful, knowledgeable & hard working (especially when landing the 200 pounder!) The boat is fast, smooth & built to fish! You cannot go wrong with these guys!

Large family group chartered a custom trip with Captain Gabe. We had a great time and the weather…read morewas phenomenal. We appreciate that Alaska Ocean Pros put the guest's safety as a top priority. We were on the Casino which was really nice and comfortable. Special shout out to deck hand Sam who did a great job.