Harding Icefield Trail Hiking Tour from Seward, Alaska

Summary Description

Come experienced our Harding Icefield Trail Hiking tour. With eight hours and a fun, knowledgeable guide to take you directly to the best views and hidden gems, you simply can’t go wrong with this best-selling hiking tour from Seward.

Highlights
  • World-Class 8-hour wilderness hiking tour on the Harding Icefield Trail
  • Discover interesting stories, local history, and wildlife facts from your friendly guide
  • Spot wildlife along the way and see views that will take your breath away
  • Stunning glacier and icefield views, towering snowcapped mountains, waterfalls, and fresh mountain air
  • Description

    Once you’ve experienced our Harding Icefield Trail Hiking tour, you’ll finally understand the rave reviews… Though to be honest, our backyard does most of the heavy lifting. After a quick safety briefing and tutorial by your professional guide, head out into the wilderness in one of the most serene places to hike. The Kenai Fjords National Park wilderness offers breathtaking landscapes, and an array of wildlife.

    While the majority of visitors stay on the trails and pathways, you’ll get to experience the picturesque backcountry, ancient glacier ice, and stunning vistas completely inaccessible by the regular traveler.

    Our small, cozy groups give you the chance to get up close and personal with Alaska’s wildlife. We regularly see bears, moose, hoary marmot, mountain goats, and bald eagles.

    Beyond the jaw-dropping scenery, your experienced and friendly guide will share stories, local history, geological features, and answer any questions you have throughout the tour.

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • Professional Guide
    • Trekking poles
    • Deli-style lunch – turkey wrap, granola bar, and piece of fruit (dietary options available)
    • Interpretive guided hiking on this small group tour
    • Courtesy round-trip ground transportation from Seward to Kenai Fjords NP
    What's Not Included
    • Gratuities for your guide
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: Kenai Backcountry Adventures, Seward Highway, Seward, AK, USA

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • You must have a reasonable level of fitness and be able to walk on uneven terrain
    • Under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult
    • Minimum age recommended is 10 years old
    • This tour is rated as Strenuous
    • 8.2 miles of hiking, over 4,000 feet of elevation gain
    Know Before You Go
    • Please arrive 15 minutes early to check-in and get set up
    • There are no bathrooms in the backcountry, though facilities are available before and after your tour
    • Bring snacks, and a water bottle (water can be filled at our office/vehicle)
    • Wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes
    • Waterproof rain jacket/rain pants highly recommended
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours

    Cancellation Notes: Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

    Options

    Participant

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) $207.70
    Points of interest
    • Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska, USA
    • Kenai Backcountry Adventures, Seward Highway, Seward, AK, USA
    • Exit Glacier Trailhead, Seward, AK, USA
    • Exit Glacier Nature Center, Herman Leirer Rd, Seward, AK, USA
    • Harding Icefield Trailhead, Exit Glacier Road, Seward, AK, USA