Icy Strait Chichagof Island Tour

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Excursion Overview

Exclusive 2-Hour guided tour of Chichagof Island

Embark on an unforgettable 2-hour adventure through Chichagof Island’s breathtaking landscapes, where you'll encounter incredible wildlife and discover the rich Tlingit culture, remote living, and plants with powerful medicinal properties. Led by passionate, lifelong Hoonah residents, your guides offer an insider’s view of the island, sharing secrets of its beauty and history.

Perfect for cruise passengers with limited time, this exciting tour lets you soak in the stunning views and wildlife of Southeast Alaska while leaving you free to explore more of Hoonah. Keep your eyes peeled—your guides will be on the lookout for unforgettable wildlife sightings!

The success rate for seeing bears is very high, however, wildlife cannot be guaranteed. Chichagof Island has more bears per square mile than any other place in Alaska with 1.7 bears per square mile!

Check out the 3-hour Wilderness Island Tour for a longer time exploring with the same local team!

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • Roundtrip transportation from the Icy Strait Excursions Hub

Requirements:

  • Minimum age to participate is 5 years old

Duration: 2 hours (Roundtrip from the Icy Strait Excursions Hub)

  • 2 hour narrated scenic drive around the island

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour meets at the Icy Strait Excursions Hub. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • This tour is limited mobility accessible. Guests must be able to climb into and out of the van. There is minimal storage for collapsible wheelchairs or walkers. Please leave a comment during checkout if accommodations for collapsible equipment will be required on tour.

Refund Policy:

  • You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
  • Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

The minimum age to participate is 5 years old.

Booster seats will be provided for anyone who is 5+.

Our success rate for seeing bears is very high, however, wildlife cannot be guaranteed. Our area has more bears per square mile than any other place in Alaska with 1.7 bears per square mile.

Backpacks, small bags, and purses are allowed on this tour.

Non-alcoholic beverages in closeable containers and snacks are allowed on tour.​

Food and drinks are not included.​

 

Guest Reviews

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Kathleen L

On Jun 2025

Fabulous Guides- loved hearing about the history and culture of Alaskan people in addition to learning about all the different berries and plants with medicinal benefits.

Marina R

On Jun 2025

John and his wife were super kind and very helpful. They explained a lot about the region`s fauna and flora.

Mary D

On Jun 2025

We learned a lot about the wildlife and culture of the area. Lovely husband and wife guide who are very experienced in the area. We enjoyed the excursion.

Cathleen W

On Jun 2025

John and Marilyn were wonderful guides and really worked hard to find us wildlife to view. They also shared history of the region. Wonderful tour and guides.

$120.00

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$120.00

Duration: 2 hours

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Duration: 2 hours



Adult (13+): $120.00

Child (5-12): $120.00