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Orca Quest Cruise: Exclusive Whale Watching Experience in Alaska's Resurrection Bay
4.8
117 Ratings
Seward
Embark on an exclusive whale watching adventure in Alaska’s Resurrection Bay. Join our orca-focused cruise and witness the majestic orca whales in their natural habitat. Book now!
Embark on an exclusive whale watching adventure in Alaska’s Resurrection Bay. Join our orca-focused cruise and witness the majestic orca whales in their natural habitat. Book now!
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 1412 4th Ave - The Orca Quest Cruise departs the Seward Harbor 360 Hotel Dock at 12:30 p.m. This 4 hour cruise explores Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park in search of orca whales during the prime orca whale watching season. From mid-May through mid-June, orcas frequent the waters outside of Seward in search of food. Our experienced…
- 1412 4th Ave - The Orca Quest Cruise departs the Seward Harbor 360 Hotel Dock at 12:30 p.m. This 4 hour cruise explores Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park in search of orca whales during the prime orca whale watching season. From mid-May through mid-June, orcas frequent the waters outside of Seward in search of food. Our experienced Captains will explore the area’s orca hot spots to maximize your chances of seeing orca whales. Rather than following a set route, our Captains will take you to the places where orcas have recently been seen, making every day a unique cruising experience. This cruise is narrated by our knowledgeable Captains and naturalist crew members. A hydrophone will be onboard for you to listen to the haunting calls of the orca whales underwater. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase onboard. This cruise returns to the Seward Harbor 360 Hotel dock at 4:30 p.m.
What's Included
- Educational narration by an experienced captain
- Use of binoculars while onboard
- On-board restrooms
- All taxes and fees included in price
- Complimentary water, coffee, and tea
- Educational narration by an experienced captain
- Use of binoculars while onboard
- On-board restrooms
- All taxes and fees included in price
- Complimentary water, coffee, and tea
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Additional Information
Embark on a journey into the realm of Alaska’s killer whales (orcas) aboard the only orca-centric cruise in Seward! Sail through Resurrection Bay and the Kenai Fjords National Park to spot the iconic dorsal fins and intriguing social interactions of the orca whales. Our Captains eschew fixed routes, opting instead to navigate to locations where orcas…
Embark on a journey into the realm of Alaska’s killer whales (orcas) aboard the only orca-centric cruise in Seward! Sail through Resurrection Bay and the Kenai Fjords National Park to spot the iconic dorsal fins and intriguing social interactions of the orca whales. Our Captains eschew fixed routes, opting instead to navigate to locations where orcas have recently been observed, offering a distinct cruising experience each day. Absorb knowledge about these majestic marine creatures from our experienced Captains and nature-conscious crew. Listen to the eerie sounds of orca communication using our onboard hydrophone.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
1412 4th Ave
4th Avenue
Departure Point: Major Marine Tours Check-In office at Harbor 360 Hotel
Address: 1412 4th Ave., Seward, AK 99664
If you are driving from Anchorage the morning of your cruise please allow 4 hours for the drive due to construction and traffic on the Seward Highway.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(117 Ratings)
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Rick_s
Jul 10, 2024
Wonderful time! Boat was... - Wonderful time! Boat was clean all the staff were friendly and very knowledgeable. We saw lots of orcas and even some bald eagles and stellar seals.
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Tara_s
Jun 17, 2024
This was amazing and we... - This was amazing and we got to see 2 pods of Orcas with their babies, seals, Otters, Bald Eagles it was really amazing but bring a coat.
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Kenprguy
Jun 15, 2024
Best quest yet - I’ve been on three whale watching adventures and
This was by far the best. The boat was clean and spacious and the captain and crew well-informed and friendly .
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966leanned
Jun 14, 2024
Top notch all of the way - The weather gets a 5 as it was a perfect day, calm seas and sunshine. Boading was friendly and efficient. We headed out in search of Orcas, spotting sea otter, bald eagles and numerous sea birds along the way. Sadly, Orcas took an unplanned vacation day and we did not see any. Lucky for us, Humpback whales filled in for the Orcas doing a wonderful demonstration of cooperative feeding. They surfaced regularly, giving us all a great view. We went on to see harbor seals, sea lions, puffins and again, many sea birds. Now, the crew could have been discouraged with our no show orcas, but they were not. When not keeping the ship clean or serving drinks, they melded into the groups giving info and personal attention to everyone. The captain had plenty of places to stop ( seriously it is Resurection Bay) and she gave us plenty to see adding a bit of history and geology to our experience. The entire crew gets a 10 as they all went above and beyond to make our day special. Major Marine is top notch, with a great crew and frankly, the cleanest day cruise this regular traveler has ever been on.
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Liane_d
Jun 8, 2024
Found the Orcas! - Boat was clean. We all got assigned tables which made for a stress free boarding experience. They offered complimentary binoculars. Great day. Little rough seas. Saw eagles and goats. And they did find an Orca Pod of Mom, baby and a male. And put a mile down in the water so you could hear them. Really enjoyed this experience. Would recommend it and would do again.
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Catherine_n
Jun 7, 2024
Awesome experience - Great trip. Friendly and informed staff. Saw a lot of pods of orcas and humpbacks. Beautiful scenery. Best experience.
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Mrcraems
Jun 6, 2024
Tons of Wildlife! Dress warm!! - Dress warm!! We thought we had a plenty of layers and we were freezing on deck. If you’re prone to seasickness plan ahead. While we mostly stayed in the bay we did head out a little to follow humpback whales. We didn’t see any orcas but LOTS of other wild life! Porpoises, humpback whales, sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, mountain goats, puffins and bald eagles! Our captain was super knowledgeable and narrated the tour just the right amount. Crew was super friendly and helpful.
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Richardterrib
Jun 5, 2024
Little of Everything in a Half Day. - Great Half Day Tour; Saw Doll Sheep, with Babies; Puffin; Seals; Sea Lions; Otter; Orca's two different Pods, Couple Humpback Whales; Went into the area of Spiers in Kenai Fjord. All in all, was a great time, and it helps having wonderful people you do not know, that will talk to you.
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Sandeep_c
Jun 11, 2024
Seward cruise - The crew were very friendly. Bit delayed as joining passengers from the rail came a bit late as train was delayed. The wildlife we saw that included seals puffin and bald eagle were great. We even saw a small humpback whale from a distance. Bit disappointed that we did not see any Orcas
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John_r
Jun 7, 2024
Unlucky - Weather was very wet but it didn't stop us enjoying the tour. The only disappointment was the lack of Orca sightings, though we did see humpbacks.
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