Join us for our first tour of the season as we cruise through Resurrection Bay to the Gulf of Alaska in search of wildlife. Enjoy the stunning snow-capped mountains and search for wildlife such as sea lions, sea otters, mountain goats, Dall’s porpoise, gray whales, humpbacks, and orcas!
PRICE
Adult (age 12+): $115.00
Child (age 2-11): $57.50
Infant (under 2): Free
Tax and fees not included in above price.
2025 DATES
March 8 – May 11, 2025
Departing: 12:30 pm
Returning: 4:30 pm
Join us for our first cruise of the season as we search for wildlife and epic views in Resurrection Bay.
Our Spring Wildlife Cruise ventures through Resurrection Bay to the edge of the Gulf of Alaska, seeking migrating whales and resident wildlife. Commonly seen wildlife includes Steller sea lions, sea otters, Dall’s porpoises, harbor seals, and bald eagles, with a chance of encountering orcas and other whales. Occasionally, you will see mountain goats with their newly born kids along the coastline of Resurrection Bay. This tour is fully narrated by our experienced, knowledgeable captains.
Online bookings not available within 12 hours of cruise departure – please call us at (907) 224-8030 to book within 12 hours.
ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS:
– Resurrection Bay
– Bear Glacier (piedmont glacier, visibility weather permitting)
– Cape Resurrection
– Gulf of Alaska
– Bird Rookery
– Steller Sea Lion Haul Out
– Thumb Cove and Humpy Cove
– El Dorado Narrows
Route may vary depending on weather and wildlife.
Will I see whales on this tour?
The main focus of this cruise is to find as much wildlife as possible. While we cannot guarantee whale sightings, our captains do their best to maximize your chances of seeing whales. This cruise travels through Resurrection Bay to search for gray whales along their migration route in the Gulf of Alaska. On average, we see whales on 60% of Spring Cruises, including gray whales, humpback whales, or orca whales. This cruise provides the unique opportunity to view a whale species that is only in the area for a short time in the spring. Peak whale watching is mid-May to mid-August.
Will I see puffins on this cruise?
This cruise runs in the spring, before the puffins have migrated back to the area for the summer. Puffins typically return to the area in May, so you may see them on the Spring Wildlife Cruises that depart in May. However, there are opportunities to see other wildlife on this cruise including whales, Steller sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, mountain goats, bears, and other seabirds.
Is a meal included on this cruise?
No, there is no meal included on this cruise. We have a snack bar onboard, and you are more than welcome to bring your own food with you. Glass containers and personal alcohol are not permitted.
What should I bring for this tour?
Spring temperatures in Alaska can be cold, particularly on the water. Though our vessels have heated cabins, we urge you to dress in warm, waterproof layers and bring a hat and gloves so you can spend time on the outer decks, where you will get the best, up-close views of wildlife and scenery.
We took advantage of the spring package so we got a fabulous deal on the gray whale tour. We saw a gray whale and calf, a pod of orcas (that came right up to our boat!), porpoises and lots of other wildlife. The crew made the trip fun with their narration. We felt at ease the whole time and really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you Major Marine, we will be back again!
Akmom16 / TripAdvisor
Otters, sea birds, porpoise, whales and more…this day was exactly what we needed this afternoon. The rain made for a dramatic and magical backdrop to the day. Thank you to our guide, Justin and Captain Chris for spotting wildlife!! My first time seeing the gray whale migration. Our group was also able to identify a humpback (EVOS-JRM-20130411-081) who is now warmly names Sam. WE will be back next April!!
We did the 4 hour cruise in early May. The crew and captain were fantastic. They were very knowledgeable and eager to show us as much wildlife as possible. We would definitely do another cruise with Major Marine Tours next time we’re in Seward!
haaayleeey / TripAdvisor
