About the Port
Set above the Kenai River in the small community of Cooper Landing, this wilderness lodge serves as a base for exploring the Kenai Peninsula's rivers, forests, and nearby glaciers. Travelers typically arrive by motorcoach from Whittier, crossing a landscape of mountains and turquoise waterways en route. The peninsula's outdoor pursuits, from fishing to rafting to day trips toward Kenai Fjords National Park, make it a popular stop for those seeking Alaska beyond the coastline.
Accommodations lean toward bungalow-style rooms with wood-burning stoves and sun porches, suited to quiet evenings after a day outdoors. Cooper Landing itself is a small crossroads community rather than a town with extensive infrastructure, so most activity centers on the surrounding wilderness rather than shops or dining. The setting rewards travelers drawn to river valleys, subarctic forest, and the slower rhythm of interior Alaska.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge.
Raft the Kenai River
Guided float or whitewater trips launch near Cooper Landing, drifting past turquoise glacial waters and forested banks. Half-day outings are easiest to arrange directly from the lodge.
Fish for Salmon or Trout
The Kenai and Russian Rivers are famed for salmon runs and rainbow trout, with local guides offering gear and access nearby. A few hours streamside captures the peninsula's outdoor spirit.
Day Trip to Kenai Fjords
Head toward Seward or Kenai Fjords National Park for glacier views and wildlife-rich waters beyond the river valley. Plan for a full day given the drive time from Cooper Landing.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Kenai Princess Wilderness Lodge
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2026 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 17 | $4,759 | |
| Aug 14, 2026 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 15 | $4,259 | |
| Aug 19, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 17 | $5,019 | |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 17 | $5,029 | |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 17 | $5,269 | |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 15 | $4,569 | |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Princess | Island Princess | 12 | $2,173 | |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 15 | $3,269 | |
| Sep 4, 2026 | Princess | Grand Princess | 15 | $4,369 | |
| May 8, 2027 | Princess | Crown Princess | 14 | $3,978 | |
| May 8, 2027 | Princess | Crown Princess | 14 | $2,509 | |
| May 10, 2027 | Princess | Crown Princess | 12 | $2,019 | |
| May 11, 2027 | Princess | Island Princess | 15 | $3,029 | |
| May 12, 2027 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 17 | $4,839 | |
| May 12, 2027 | Princess | Island Princess | 14 | $2,809 | |
| May 12, 2027 | Princess | Island Princess | 14 | $2,609 | |
| May 14, 2027 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 15 | $3,959 | |
| May 14, 2027 | Princess | Island Princess | 12 | $2,159 | |
| May 15, 2027 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 14 | $2,759 | |
| May 15, 2027 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 14 | $2,559 |
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