Escape the modern world entirely by crossing Kachemak Bay to Seldovia — a charming, road-inaccessible fishing village with boardwalk history, local galleries, and an end-of-the-earth tranquility that Homer's coast is famous for.
What to expect
The 30-minute bay crossing rewards immediately with views of the Kenai Mountains and frequent wildlife sightings. On arrival, Seldovia's boardwalk district — a surviving sliver of old Alaska — wraps around a protected small-boat harbor lined with weathered cannery buildings and boutique galleries. The Otterbahn Trail winds through old-growth spruce to a wild Pacific beach. A bowl of fresh chowder at a local café makes the perfect finale before the return crossing.
Good to know
Schedule the last water taxi back with a 45-minute buffer before all-aboard. The village is compact and walkable — no car needed. This excursion works especially well combined with a morning kayak on the Homer side. Check Mako's seasonal departure schedule when booking.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Homer — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.