Kayaking, Surfing & Paddleboarding Paddling the fjords allows travelers a chance to experience our coastal ecosystem in a much more dynamic and intimate way. You’ll find a list of experienced guides in our directory on p. 59.
Lucky paddlers will hear the sounds of spouting whales echo across the water and feel the katabatic winds rush down the glaciers. Half- and full-day itineraries are available, as well as multi-day kayaking and camping excursions. No prior experience is necessary. S TA N D U P PA D D L E B OA R D I N G
The vantage point from a paddleboard is hard to beat. Look down on colorful jellyfish, see starfish clinging to rocks K AYA K I N G underwater and paddle into the mist of Delight in exploring tidewater cascading waterfalls. Full- and half-day glaciers, towering waterfalls, tours are available. Basic experience is and glacial lagoons from a necessary for some tours; beginners are stable two-person sea kayak. welcome on others.
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SURFING
Seward is making a name for itself as a cold-water surf destination. Since most breaks are accessible only by sea or air, Seward is one of the few places left in the world where you’ll have the waves to yourself. Alaska Surf Guides (p. 61) offers half-day adventures and multiday expeditions with boards and toasty wetsuits included. Beginners are welcome on most trips.
From family-friendly floats to thrilling whitewater canyons, see p. 59 for more river-based adventures.
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