32 Offbeat Cruise Excursions That Go Way Beyond Sightseeing

7. Kayak Among Icebergs in Alaska

A cruise to Glacier Bay or Juneau, Alaska, is already spectacular, but to truly connect with the landscape, trade the ship’s viewing deck for a kayak excursion among icebergs. Paddling through fjord-filled waters, you’ll get close to towering glaciers, seals sunning themselves on floating ice, and maybe even a passing whale. The silence of the Arctic landscape is awe-inspiring—until the occasional thunderous crack of a glacier calving into the sea. Pro Tip:Dress in layers! Even in summer, the icy waters can make temperatures feel much colder than expected.