Tours & Activities in Homer

In half a day (4-4.5 hours), we will take you from Homer to the end of the road and beyond, deep into Alaska’s wilderness. We are the only guides offering airboat tours in the rivers at the head of Kachemak Bay, so you will likely not see any others, outside of our group. The physical demands of this tour are minimal if you can climb in and out of an Argo and an airboat, you are good to go.

Learn about our rich history of early Native American inhabitants, gold rush saga's and about those interesting events that made Anchorage a beacon of adventure. We depart from downtown Anchorage, drive along the Turnagain Arm, a view its wondrous glacial waterway. See scenic backdrops, snow capped mountains, frozen waterfalls, and topaz-blue glaciers. We make stops to the best unspoiled locations. Just relax and soak up beauty during this award-winning excursion. This tour is a boots-to-the-ground adventure that is well guided. Every tour is very Senior Friendly with ease for all levels of abilities.  See amazing wildlife in their natural setting. From cliff-defying Mountain Goats to high soaring American bald eagles.  We take you to the "Ring of Glaciers" that surrounds our largest glacier lake. Free Photography Instructions Cellphone or DSLR, we coach you to capture stunning photos. Free Access to: Chugach National & State Park including the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.  

This is a once in a lifetime experience Visiting Katmai and Lake Clark National Parks, seeing and photographing wild Alaskan Grizzly Bears! No trip to Alaska is complete without a Flight into the wilderness to see Bears!

Observe wild Alaskan Bears in their natural habitat on this 5- 6-hour day trip from Homer. Depart by bush plane and fly past volcanoes and glaciers en route to viewing locations in Katmai National Park and Preserve. You'll spend several hours on the ground while your pilot/guide narrates the behavior of Coastal Brown (aka Grizzly) bears.

Tours with Coldwater Alaska are catered to our passengers, customized to what they would like to see. Our boats only carry up to six passengers which provides a great personal experience while enjoying their time on the water. Tours provide a unique combination of sightseeing, wildlife viewing, and scenery in the beautiful waters of Kachemak Bay, Alaska.

For an experience that’s sure to hit the top of your Alaska highlights, how about a casual and interesting wildlife tour of Kachemak Bay with views of the Kenai Mountains, and opportunities to see sea otters, puffins, cormorants murres, and many more ocean dwelling creatures.

Wildlife Photography Trip of a Lifetime! Highly experienced Bush Pilot ! Smaller groups for a better experience!

The Grewingk Glacier Hike in Kachemak Bay State Park is a must-do for any outdoor enthusiast visiting the Homer, Alaska area. This easy-moderate hike takes you through stunning old-growth forests, over crystal-clear streams and along turquoise blue lakes, all leading up to the awe-inspiring Grewingk Glacier. You'll have the opportunity to spot wildlife such as moose, eagles, and bears. The payoff at the end of the hike is the breathtaking glacier, which towers above you in all its glory. The Grewingk Glacier Hike is a truly unforgettable experience that showcases the incredible natural beauty of Alaska.

Take a floatplane ride from Homer to Brooks Falls and start your photo safari with a quick visit to the Park Ranger Station located on the edge of Naknek Lake. After a short safety briefing, explore the boardwalks and trails while fully immersed in the bear's natural habitat. Walk right up to the falls where, at most times, there are more than half a dozen bears actively feeding. Brooks Falls is a world-renowned bear sanctuary nestled in the heart of Katmai National Park. It's home to one of the best natural runs of Sockeye/Red and Coho/Silver salmon in the state. Drawing bears from miles away to feed on high protein fish and fatten up for a long winter's nap. This provides you with a viewing experience like no other.