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PACKRAFTING KENAI RIVER

An Iconic Alaskan Adventure on the World-Renowned Kenai River

Packrafting Kenai River

From: $359 per person

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PLEASE NOTE: This tour regularly sells out… We highly recommend booking as soon as possible to avoid missing out!

Tour Details

Price

$359 per person, plus tax; from Cooper Landing
$389 per person, plus tax; from Seward

Duration

4 Hours – Tours from Cooper Landing
6-7 Hours – Tours from Seward
*Seward departures include round-trip ground transportation from Seward

Meeting/End Location

SEWARD DEPARTURE:
11724 Seward Hwy, Suite A, Seward, AK 99664
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COOPER LANDING DEPARTURE:
18787 Sterling Hwy, Cooper Landing, AK 99572
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Max Group Size

8 guests / tour

Ages

Minimum age requirement of 14 years old

Tour Location

Kenai River, at Cooper Landing

Highlights

  • Thrilling 4-hour Packrafting Adventure on the world-renowned Kenai River
  • Learn how to Packraft, hear interesting stories, and wildlife facts from your friendly guide
  • Spot wildlife along the way and see views that will take your breath away
  • Stunning vistas, spirited rapids, and fresh mountain air

Difficulty

This tour is rated as Moderate

What’s Included

  • Professional Packrafting Guide
  • Expert packraft instruction
  • Packrafting gear – packraft, paddle, drysuit, PFD, helmet, river boots
  • Dry bag and/or dry-backpack

What’s Not Included

  • Gratuities for your guide

Important Notes

  • 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 
  • 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

What to Bring

  • Bring snacks, and a water bottle (water can be filled at our office/vehicle)
  • Dress for current weather conditions
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen, and any personal items
  • Cash or Venmo for guide gratuities (recommended)

Cancellation Policy

  • Free Cancellation up to 48hr in advance 
  • Tours run rain or shine

Important…

While we do accept last-minute bookings, our tours regularly sell out. To get your preferred choice and to avoid missing out, we highly recommend booking as soon as possible. 

Tour Overview

There is just no other way to say it… you haven’t truly experienced the jaw-dropping beauty of Alaska until you get on the river for a packrafting adventure. We designed this 4 hour experience to hit the highlights of packrafting and whet your appetite for more packrafting adventures. Stare up in wonder at the towering mountains all around you. Check. Breathe the fresh mountain air as you packraft for miles and miles down a glacial river. Check. A friendly, local guide to teach you packrafting, share stories, and show you hidden view points. Check, check, and check. With a quick turnaround and an unbeatable price – it’s time you knocked this iconic Alaskan experience off your bucket list.

Small Groups & Epic Rivers

In contrast to crowded tours in Alaska, our packrafting adventures are limited 8 guests. Bottom line? A more intimate experience with everything from spirited rapids to blissful river serenity.

See What Most Are Missing

While the majority of visitors stay on the pavement and pathways, you’ll get to experience picturesque mountains, a gorgeous glacial river, and stunning vistas completely inaccessible by car.

Award-Winning Guides

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.

For Visitors & Locals Alike

Whether you’re here for the first time, hosting visitors, or looking for a family-friendly adventure, our rafting tours are fun, exhilarating, and offer unforgettable experiences of our beautiful backyard.

Why Kenai Backcountry Adventures

The Lowest Price. Period.

Book directly on KenaiBackcountryAdventures.com or call our office to get the best price on our tours. Find it cheaper? We’ll refund the difference!

Free Cancellations

Cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a FULL refund. We know that plans can change, that’s why we offer one of the most generous cancellation policies in the tourism industry.

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Need Help?

We hope you find the information on this page useful. But if you need help booking your trip or have any questions please contact us.

+1-907-331-4912

How To Find Us

11724 Seward Hwy, Suite A
Seward, AK 99664

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