Feast your eyes on puffins, whales, Steller sea lions, Bear glacier and the Gulf of Alaska's rugged and stunning coast.  This is a must-see experience! 

Spend the day on our private and spacious boat.  Here we will have the time and freedom to explore up to 100 miles of coastal Alaska in search of not just seascapes, but plenty of birds and wildlife. Species often spotted on this tour include:

•  Tufted puffin 

•  Horned puffin

•  Humpback whale

•  Orca whale

•  Dall porpoise

•  Steller's Sea Lion

•  Northern Sea Otter

•  Harbor seal

•  Bald eagle

•  Common murre

•  Pigeon guillemot

•  Mottled murrelet

•  Black oystercatcher

•  Rhinoceros auklet

•  Pelagic cormorant

•  Black-legged kittiwake

•  Glaucous-winged gull

You will indulge in the palpable sights and a cacophony of sounds of massive black-legged kittiwake rookeries. We will also view rafting common murres.  Our search for whales will commonly result in humpback and orca, with the occasional Dall porpoise, fin and Minke whales if we are lucky!  We'll also search for the huge, endangered Steller’s Sea Lions and scan the cliffs for Mountain Goats.  Some of our most scenic moments will include Bear Glacier, Fox Island Spit, and "Spire cove,” along one of Alaska's most photographable seascapes.

 

Board our private boat for an exclusive 6-hour excursion into Kachemak Bay. This customized tour, offering unique experiences not available in previous years, is designed to showcase the unparalleled beauty of the area. While exploring the serene waters of Halibut Cove and various other bays and coves, you'll enjoy a Langell Photography exclusive--to disembark in Halibut Cove, explore the

quaint seaside village, and dine at The Saltry, an upscale restaurant perched over gorgeous views of the cove.  This is an incredibly rare opportunity not given to other commercial boats!  

During lunch, our Captain will join us!  He will answer your questions while also sharing fascinating local stories, history, and knowledge about the local ecology here.  Our special lunch will definitely add breadth and depth to your experience in this region!

Our guide and expert birder will take us throughout the bay to locations that are known for a variety of bird and wildlife species including:  

•  Horned and tufted puffin 

•  Common murre

•  Harbor porpoise

•  Harbor seal

•  Northern sea otter 

•  Pelagic cormorant 

•  Harlequin duck

•  Marbled murrelet

•  Black oystercatcher

•  Bald eagle

•  Pigeon guillemot

•  Black-legged kittiwake

•  Glaucous-winged gull 

One of the highlights of this tour are the close-up views we typically see of northern sea otters and their young and epic seascapes that give you the backdrop for incredible photography.  

Afterward, weather and tide-permitting, we will explore the Homer Spit for other images of the details that Homer has to offer.  

Explore Homer and Points along the Cook Inlet

Upon returning to shore, you'll have some time to explore the Homer Spit before heading to other points of interest along the Cook Inlet. The "spit" offers picturesque scenes along the marina docks, shopping areas, and seashore!  The points along the Cook Inlet offer opportunities for photographs of eagles, an active nest (hopefully), moose, historical icons, and more.  All provide wonderful opportunities for wildlife and scenic photography, allowing you to capture the essence of Alaskan landscapes.

Fly by helicopter and head toward Godwin Glacier while we fly over incredible blue glacier ice and by immense waterfalls. Next, we will stand on a real glacier and meet our sled dogs and mushers who will take us on a sled dog ride while we explore the snowy terrain. Incredible photography opportunities exist here. After sledding, we will photograph landscapes, action shots of mushing, dog portraits, and more before taking a scenic flight back to Seward, AK. 

Wildlife Scouting

We will scout for wildlife which will include moose, bear, a variety of birds, and much more after the dog sledding tour.

We will embark by air to a remote location in Lake Clark National Park for bear viewing and photography for the day.

This scenic ~30-45 minute flight provides stunning views, abstract photography opportunities, and more as we fly over mud flats, tundra, and mountains. Watch carefully from your window as you may see moose, bear, seals and trumpeter swans below us!  

We will land in an area with habitat that draws coastal brown bears from around the region, offering photographic opportunities for these incredible, iconic animals!  Guided by professionals who understand bear behavior and safety, we will spend the day looking for photographic moments of the bears and scenery in the area before returning by air to the Kenai Peninsula.

Explore the Kenai Peninsula Wildlife Refuge via the waters of the Kasilof River, known for its serene beauty. As we venture through this hidden gem, prepare to capture wildlife and scenic images that will forever etch Alaska's untamed spirit into your memory.

The Kasilof River, with its pristine waters and magnificent surroundings, provides the perfect backdrop for capturing nature's fleeting moments. Imagine the soft morning light illuminating the forest and reflecting off the shimmering river, offering a painterly palette for your lens.  

As we quietly glide along the river, be prepared to witness majestic bald eagles soaring through the sky, common loons playing near the boats, and myriad mergansers, ducks, kingfishers, Bonaparte's gulls, Arctic terns, and more.  We will also seek to photograph moose, beaver and other species we may encounter along the way. Each encounter will leave you feeling peaceful and alive, having experienced a part of Alaska few see in this beautiful way.  With every click of your camera, you'll capture the essence of Alaska's magical allure.

Whether you are an experienced photographer looking to refine your craft or a nature enthusiast eager to preserve Alaska's natural wonders, this photo tour on the Kasilof River is an extraordinary opportunity to deepen your connection with the wild and unlock your creative potential.

Species we seek to find include:

•  Moose

•  Beaver

•  Common and red-breasted merganser

•  Greater scaup

•  Common raven

•  Bald eagle

•  Bonaparte’s gull

•  Common loon

•  Arctic tern

•  Belted kingfisher

•  Varied Thrush

•  Greater and lesser yellowlegs

•  Spotted sandpiper

You will return to the lodge in the early afternoon so that we can pack your things and be escorted to the Kenai airport to begin your trip home.