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Edge of Ice: A Full-Day Snowmobile & Snowshoe Push into Kenai Fjords’ Exit Glacier
A six-hour snowmobile-and-snowshoe tour from Seward into Kenai Fjords National Park that pairs high-speed runs on late‑model machines with a guided stop at Exit Glacier.
Edge of Ice: A Full-Day Snowmobile & Snowshoe Push into Kenai Fjords’ Exit Glacier.
This is an iconic full‑day Alaskan outing that blends the rush of snowmobiling with quiet snowshoeing in Kenai Fjords National Park. Over roughly six hours, a local, knowledgeable guide leads you into the backcountry where towering ice and alpine air—culminating in views of Exit Glacier—frame the day.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Exit Glacier & Kenai Fjords
The tour ventures into Kenai Fjords National Park and places Exit Glacier among the day’s defining sights—the kind of icefield vista that anchors the trip.
Late‑Model Snowmobiles and Backcountry Speed
Portions of the day are spent on late‑model snowmobiles where the exhilaration of open runs and fresh mountain air are central to the experience.
Local Guidance and a Full‑Day Immersion
A friendly, local guide leads the full‑day outing, giving you six hours to move from faster-paced riding to slower moments—like snowshoeing and absorbing glacier views.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
Over about six hours you alternate between the quick focus of riding a snowmobile across open snow and the slower, tactile rhythm of a snowshoe approach to an icefield. The guide paces the day so you have moments of speed and moments to stand quietly beneath towering glacial walls.
THE LANDSCAPE
Exit Glacier & Kenai Fjords
The tour ventures into Kenai Fjords National Park and places Exit Glacier among the day’s defining sights—the kind of icefield vista that anchors the trip.
THE RIDE
Late‑Model Snowmobiles and Backcountry Speed
Portions of the day are spent on late‑model snowmobiles where the exhilaration of open runs and fresh mountain air are central to the experience.
THE GUIDE
Local Guidance and a Full‑Day Immersion
A friendly, local guide leads the full‑day outing, giving you six hours to move from faster-paced riding to slower moments—like snowshoeing and absorbing glacier views.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and what to confirm before you go.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full‑day experience that runs for roughly six hours.
The outing combines snowmobiling (on late‑model snowmobiles) with a snowshoe component; confirm with the operator what personal gear, clothing, or footwear you should bring.
The trip departs Seward and is based in Kenai Fjords National Park—confirm the precise meeting point and any arrival instructions with the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour is a full‑day outing of roughly six hours.
Where does the trip depart from?
The tour departs Seward; the meeting/departure point is in the Kenai Fjords National Park / Seward area.
What are the main sights?
The trip ventures into Kenai Fjords National Park and includes a highlight stop at Exit Glacier and surrounding backcountry scenery.
Will there be a guide?
Yes — the outing is led by a friendly, local, knowledgeable guide.
What type of snowmobiles are used?
The operator uses late‑model snowmobiles for the riding portions of the day.
Who operates the tour?
The Snowmobile & Snowshoe Dual Adventure is run by Kenai Backcountry Adventures.