Glacier Trilogy: Kayaking Among Ice Giants in Alaska’s Bear Glacier

For me, the absolute highlight of my Alaska trip was experiencing glaciers up close – and the most diverse and breathtaking glacier encounter happened at 📍 Kenai Fjords National Park. That’s why I embarked on a three-day “Glacier Three Ways” adventure – and the crown jewel was kayaking in Bear Glacier Lagoon! 🧊✨ Our guide told us that Bear Glacier is Alaska’s largest iceberg-calving glacier – and if you only have one day to experience the magic of floating ice, kayaking here is the most immersive and rewarding choice! 🚣‍♀️💙 🧭 Tour Details: We joined 📍 Liquid Adventures – one of the few operators offering this incredible experience. Meeting point: SewardBoat ride: 1-hour thrilling speedboat to the lagoon 🚤 Kayaking: ~2 hours paddling among icebergs Gear provided: Dry suit, waterproof boots, life jacket 🧥🥾Pro tip: Bring your own gloves and take motion sickness pills beforehand! 💊 🌊 What to Expect: Small groups (max 6 people + 1 guide) Calm, protected waters – perfect even for beginners 🏅 No kayaking experience needed – I’m not a strong swimmer and felt completely safe! Wildlife sightings: Seals 🦭, otters 🦦, and occasional eagles 🦅Icebergs in all shapes and sizes – some glowing bright blue, some white like crushed diamonds 💎 ✨ My Unforgettable Moment: As we paddled slowly between floating ice islands, a deep mist rolled over the mountains – then gradually lifted, revealing a world of silent, majestic ice. Seals poked their heads up curiously beside our kayaks. That hour, surrounded by ancient ice and absolute peace, was my favorite moment in all of Alaska. 🥹💙 📸 Photography Tips: Use a polarizing filter to enhance the blue glow of the ice 📷 Waterproof phone case or dry bag is a MUST! Morning light often provides the clearest and most dramatic views 🌄 🧳 How to Prepare: Layer wisely: thermal base + fleece + waterproof outer Don’t skip the dry suit – the water is ICE cold even in summer 🥶 Pack high-energy snacks – kayaking works up an appetite! 🍫 Motion sickness medication highly recommended for the boat ride If you’re dreaming of an Alaskan adventure that’s equal parts serene and spectacular – this is it. Paddling through Bear Glacier Lagoon isn’t just a tour… it’s a meditation. A moment where time stands still, and nature speaks in whispers of ice and ocean. ❄️🌊 #US #Alaska