Aspen Hotels – Kenai
Start aboard the Danny J for the full Halibut Cove Experience! Since 1966, Danny J has served as both a passenger ferry and as a tour boat for residents and visitors to the area. It is a conventional-style fishing boat that sails through the scenic and stunning waters of the Kenai Peninsula and the beautiful waters of Alaska.
The Highlight of the Cruise
The highlighted part when cruising to Halibut Cove is a visit to Gull Island. It is a bird sanctuary and going there takes 20 minutes from Homer. Gull Island is a shelter for nine nesting species of birds. During migration and before and after nesting, you can find many other species of birds here. When you visit, make sure to bring with you your binoculars and cameras because, in addition to the birds, there are sea otters, seals, whales, porpoises waiting for you at Kachemak Bay.
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Experience Gallery Shows the Work of the Artists
Want to see some artwork? The Halibut Cove’s Experience Gallery showcases the work of artists that reside in the community. The natural beauty of the area has attracted some artists to settle here. The gallery’s goal is to promote the growth of art in Halibut Cove by showcasing the work of 17 local artists who work in a variety of media.
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Saltry Seafood Specials
The Saltry is Halibut Cove’s first and only restaurant. This restaurant specializes in seafood and everything is handmade from the plates to the fresh locally caught fish. Their menu includes pasta, chowders and fresh mussels. They also bake their own bread and harvest their own salads, everything is absolutely fresh! Other specialties of the restaurant are chocolates, cheesecake pies, wines and ale on tap.
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