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Wilderness Explorer, 2012, sailing from Seward, Alaska

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Cruises from Seward, Alaska

Seward, on Resurrection Bay south of Anchorage, is a start or end point for Gulf of Alaska cruises and the gateway to Kenai Fjords.

Things to do in Seward, Alaska

  • Kenai Fjords National ParkBoat tours to tidewater glaciers, whales, puffins and sea otters.
  • Exit GlacierThe one part of the park you can drive to, with a short trail to the ice.
  • Alaska SeaLife CenterSeals, sea lions and seabirds on the Seward waterfront.
  • Alaska RailroadThe Coastal Classic between Anchorage and Seward is one of the great scenic rides.
  • AnchorageThe Alaska Native Heritage Center before or after the cruise.

When to go

  1. Jan: low season
  2. Feb: low season
  3. Mar: low season
  4. Apr: low season
  5. May: shoulder season
  6. Jun: high season
  7. Jul: high season
  8. Aug: high season
  9. Sep: shoulder season
  10. Oct: low season
  11. Nov: low season
  12. Dec: low season

Cruises run from May to September only, busiest in midsummer.

Flying in and getting to the ship

Long transfer: plan aheadSeward is about 125 miles (200 km) south of Anchorage's Ted Stevens International, 2.5 to 3 hours by road on the scenic Seward Highway, or about 4 hours on the Alaska Railroad. Cruise lines sell motorcoach and rail transfers; book them with the cruise. Some ships use Whittier, about 60 miles (100 km) and 1.5 hours away, through a one-lane tunnel with set opening times.

Rental cars: Available in Anchorage, and good for exploring the Kenai Peninsula, though one-way drop-offs in Seward are limited and costly.

The airport for Seward, Alaska is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), with 1 lounge to wait in before you board.

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) on Lounge Frog

Ships sailing from Seward, Alaska

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Wilderness Explorer, 20123.0 ★UnCruise AdventuresWilderness Explorer1976 · 74 guests · Alaska · Pacific CoastWilderness Explorer, built in 1976, is the oldest ship in the UnCruise fleet: a 56-metre, U.S.-flagged vessel with 37 cabins for 74 guests on three decks. UnCruise describes her…

Ships that call at Seward, Alaska

Ships based elsewhere whose Alaska sailings regularly stop here, from the lines that call most often. Calls vary by sailing, so check the itinerary.

Quick answers

Which cruise ships sail from Seward, Alaska?

On Cruise Frog, 1 ship sails from Seward, Alaska: Wilderness Explorer (UnCruise Adventures).

Which cruise lines sail from Seward, Alaska?

UnCruise Adventures sails from Seward, Alaska.

What is the best-rated ship sailing from Seward, Alaska?

Wilderness Explorer (UnCruise Adventures), at 3.0 out of 5 in Cruise Frog's editorial ratings.

Which airport do you fly into for a cruise from Seward, Alaska?

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). Lounge Frog lists 1 open lounge there for the wait before boarding.

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