Flightseeing

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See the wonders of Kenai Fjords' glacially carved landscape from the air.

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Views from Above

Overflights also provide dramatic views of the park's glaciers, fjords, and wildlife. You may catch a glimpse of a mountain goat traversing a rocky ledge or peer down at a brown bear fishing in a salmon-choked stream. Flightseeing is one of the best ways to get a sense of the vastness of the Harding Icefield. Soaring over this expanse of ice broken only by isolated mountain peaks, or nunataks, is like traveling back, over 12,000 years ago, to the Pleistocene.

The Seward Chamber of Commerce may have more information or a list of operators that offer scenic overflights of the park, departing from Seward. Because they are not landing in the park, flightseeing tours are not required to have a Commercial Use Authorization (CUA). An authorized air taxi service can provide transportation services by picking up or dropping you off in the park.

 

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Exit Glacier and outwash plain with pieces of ice over the rocks.
Things to Do

Kenai Fjords has something for everyone. Take as much time as you have and experience your park.

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Places to Go

Discover your park - whether along the coast, at Exit Glacier, or far across the Harding Icefield.

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Where to Stay

Camping, cabins and more. Find options for staying overnight inside and outside Kenai Fjords National Park.

Last updated: April 9, 2025

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

PO Box 1727
Seward, AK 99664

Phone:

907 422-0500

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