Ketchikan Tours and Shore Excursions

Take a ride to Misty Fjords National Monument on an iconic Alaskan floatplane! You will enjoy an hour of flightseeing over this massive wilderness area outside of Ketchikan, accompanied by your expert pilot guide. Get ready for fjords, majestic mountains, vast forests, potential animal sightings, and an experience you will never forget!

Duration: 1.5 hours

Price: $280 per person

Get up close and personal as you will hit the road driving your own UTV through miles of mountainous trails part of the George Inlet Fjord in the Tongass National Rainforest. Stop and soak up the magnificent views of the remote Mahoney Lake and Mahoney Falls, rarely visited by others. Be sure to take photos as this breathtaking stop is exclusive. Keep your eyes open as bald Eagles, Sitka blacktail deer, black bears, and other wildlife can be spotted. If you are interested in the road less traveled this excursion is for you.

Duration: 3.75 hours

Price: $244 per person

Ever wanted to see what real crab fishing is like? Well now's your chance to experience it first hand with the crew from the Aleutian Ballad, featured on the Discovery Channel's TV series, Deadliest Catch! Look out for King and snow crab, octopus, prawns, and more on your adventure! The catch of the day will be displayed on board in a live tank on deck before being released.

Duration: 3 hours

Price: $209 per person

Come enjoy a remote black bear viewing in Traitor's Cove! In mid-summer and early fall when the salmon arrive to spawn, Traitor's Cove has a high concentration of black bears. See wildlife along the way as you travel by boat to the secluded viewing area. PLEASE NOTE: THIS EXCURSION OPERATES AUGUST - SEPTEMBER ONLY.

Duration: 4.5 hours

Price: $426 per person

Get an up-close and personal wildlife experience in the Alaskan wilderness. Embark on a guided stroll through the Alaskan Rainforest Sanctuary in search of spawning salmon and the bears and seals that come to feed. Includes stops at the Alaska Raptor Center exhibit, the historic Herring Bay Lumber Company Sawmill, and the Tsimshian totem pole park. PLEASE NOTE: THIS EXCURSION OPERATES AUGUST-SEPTEMBER ONLY.

Duration: 3.25 hours

Price: $250 per person

Looking for a truly Alaskan tour? Then join us for some favorite Alaskan activities; catching and eating delicious crab! This tour includes pulling crab pots and enjoying a fresh Dungeness crab feast in a beautiful lodge on the water.

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $199 per person

Experience a bygone era celebration at the Lumberjack Sports Arena and see how Ketchikan would annually celebrate their logging heritage at the annual Timber Carnival. Learn about Southeast Alaska's rich logging history and then head to the George Inlet Lodge for a crab buffet, photo sightseeing fun, and a gift shop to pick up that special souvenir.

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $159 per person

Visit an elegant historic building for a Dungeness Crab feast. George Inlet Lodge's warmth and charm provide a relaxing dining experience. Enjoy your meal with scrumptious crab and beverages, and then finish your meal with a slice of delicious cheesecake. Check out the gift shop for a special souvenir for your trip.

Duration: 2.5 hours

Price: $85 per person

A thrilling adventure that begins with a UTV, off-road safari. Jump behind the wheel and explore the hidden beauty that is the George Inlet Fjords. The fun continues with a scenic cruise along the magnificent coast. Make your way to the George Inlet Lodge and enjoy a flight of five craft beers from two local Alaskan breweries paired with steaming hot Dungeness crab and the finest Alaskan hospitality.

Duration: 4.5 hours

Price: $359 per person

Celebrate and discover the Tlingit culture on a visit to the Saxman Native Village. Explore the history and community as you take in the sight of magnificent totem poles that fill the park. Come hungry for knowledge and for fresh, hot-steaming Dungeness crab. Enjoy your meal at the rustic George Inlet Lodge which was once an old cannery bunkhouse.

Duration: 3.5-4 hours

Price: $149 per person

After a scenic coastal drive out to the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary, you'll get a chance to observe wildlife ranging from bald eagles to black bears. This tour is perfect for families who are interested in learning more about the animals that make up the great state of Alaska!

Duration: 2.75 hours

Price: $105 per person

Travel to one of Alaska's oldest fishing resorts, Clover Pass Resort via a guided boat ride. Once at the Silverking Lodge, guests will find an exciting underwater viewing of the local angler catches as well as an elevated boardwalk to guide them through the Tongass National Forest. Before returning to your ship, you are treated to a freshly prepared feast of sea fare back at the lodge.

Duration: 3.75 hours

Price: $189 per person

Climb aboard a rugged Zodiac expedition craft and explore the deep mysterious waters of the island-studded sea passages that surround Ketchikan. Your experienced captain and an expert naturalist will take you in search of wildlife. Their considerable local knowledge of the area is just the key to unlock the secrets of this biologically rich ecosystem. Become an explorer, a mariner, and an adventurer.

Duration: 2.5 hours

Price: $185 per person

Hop aboard with a local Alaskan captain and their crew on this beautiful wildlife-viewing cruise with guaranteed American bald eagle sightings. This tour offers a grab-bag of Ketchikan's sightseeing gems, including views of the Alaska Native totem poles and clan house at Totem Bight State Park, and Alaska's first lighthouse at Guard Island. Whether you're relaxing in the heated main cabin or taking in the view from the open-air observation deck, you'll have plenty of opportunities to experience Southeast Alaska's coastal history, native culture, and natural beauty through local eyes.

Duration: 2.5-3 hours

Price: $115 per person

Take in all the sights on this guided and narrated tour! The tour includes entry into the Saxman Native Village, which houses the world's largest collection of totem poles. You'll also enjoy a 45-minute stop at the beautiful Herring Cove for some wildlife viewing. The tour concludes with a wonderful historic tour of Ketchikan and your choice of being dropped off at the infamous Creek Street, or back to your cruise ship.

Duration: 2-2.25 hours

Price: $79 per person

Take control of your own raft and set sail through the George Inlet Fjords! All qualified drivers will have the opportunity to navigate a Zodiac boat through the inlet. Take in the rugged beauty of Southeast Alaska and marvel at the landscape surrounding you on this stunning Wilderness Quest.

Duration: 3.25 hours

Price: $244 per person

Feel the magnitude of nature while learning the fascinating history of Rudyerd Bay, the fjords, New Eddystone Rock, and Punchbowl Cove. Mountain goats, black and brown bears, humpback and orca whales, seals and sea lions inhabit the area and are frequently observed from the boat. Enjoy this small-group excursion through the majestic Misty Fjords National Monument, a spectacular 2 million-acre wilderness preserve surrounded by 3,000 ft vertical cliffs, glacial fjords, cascading waterfalls, and abundant marine and coastal wildlife. Your knowledgeable captain will be at your command to ensure a unique charter experience based on your interests and viewing preferences.

Duration: 4.5 hours

Price: $394 per person

Experience Ketchikan like never before on the back of an ATV! You'll get a taste of the rugged Alaskan wilderness from the driver's seat of a specially designed off-road adventure kart. Learn about the history and culture of Ketchikan while you take in the vast wilderness around you. Plenty of stops will be taken along the way for photo opportunities as well!

Duration: 3.25 hours

Price: $242 per person

Capture the beauty of Ketchikan up close and personal as you cruise the awe-inspiring coastline that wraps around the charming city. The maneuverable, soft riding, stable 30' ACB will glide you through nearby hidden coves, secluded beaches, pristine inlets, salmon spawning streams, and intricate islands of the Tongass National Rainforest. Relax in a warm, comfortable cabin or enjoy the mist of the rainforest from the deck as your captain delights you in the natural beauty, history, and culture of our island. Admire the stunning views and local marine and coastal wildlife that populate our waters.

Duration: 3 hours

Price: $273 per person

Come learn firsthand about the storied history of Southeast Alaska's Native peoples with this trip to Saxman Native Village. You will see traditional canoes, observe the art of totem carving, and enjoy an exclusive performance from the Cape Fox Dancers in their Tlingit regalia. The village is home to 25 authentic totem poles, each of which contains unique, elaborate symbolism that tells a beautiful story.

Duration: 2-2.5 hours

Price: $69 per person

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as you sail through the trees of Eagle Creek for your ultimate nature experience! While flying through the air, keep an eye out because you might just see eagles and bears! There are a total of 8 ziplines and 3 suspension bridges throughout this course - are you ready for your adventure?

Duration: 3.5 hours

Price: $205 per person

This two-hour trip will take you on a journey through Alaska's Inside Passage in your own personal watercraft that you'll be driving! Follow your trained guide while they share knowledge and personal stores about the region and wildlife you may encounter. Inhale the fresh air, experience the true Alaska, and enjoy the escape.

Duration: 2.5 hours

Price: $175 per person

Set off on an E-bike tour in SE Alaska. Join an easy and enjoyable electric bicycle ride. These bikes are fun! After riding you will take a guided hike on a trail through dense rainforest featuring an active salmon spawning stream, waterfall, and amazing beach views before mounting the bikes again to return to the marina. Tours max at 10 guests with 2 guides.

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $139 per person

This action-packed tour begins with a performance at the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show to celebrate and share a bygone era. Rich, Alaskan history awaits you at the Saxman Native Village. Come hungry for a culinary tasting and expand your palate with true Alaskan ingredients. Along with the culinary demonstration, enjoy a cultural showcase of Alaska Native art, featuring a variety of priceless and historical pieces.

Duration: 3-3.75 hours

Price: $139 per person

Visit the famous Saxman Native Village Totem Park where you can see the world's largest collection of totem poles. 25 authentic totem poles are on site and some are relocated from the old Cape Fox Lodge and are over 100 years old. The next stop of your tour is Herring Bay. Slow down and take in the quaint wildlife viewing area. During salmon season, wildlife such as black bears, eagles, herons, harbor, and fur seals are often spotted. This tour also includes Creek Street and the "Red Light District" city tour.

Duration: 2-2.5 hours

Price: $76 per person

Visit Potlatch Native Totem Park 10 miles north and wildlife viewing at Herring Cove 9 miles south. Enjoy the relaxing scenic coastal drive along the Tongass Narrows. Explore the carving center and stop by the Alaska Totem Trading Shop and Russian Museum. Creek Street city tour is also included.

Duration: 2.5 hours

Price: $76 per person

It's a bus that doubles as a boat! Have a quack-tacular time on this 90-minute tour that takes you on a tour of Ketchikan via land and sea. You'll waddle through the streets of Ketchikan, before splashing into the Bar Harbor where you'll enjoy stunning views of Alaska's first city. Along the way, your guide will provide you with live narration, trivia, and tidbits about the history of Ketchikan.

Duration: 1.5 hours

Price: $71 per person

Experience Ketchikan with this unique hiking tour. Come join us on a lovely 3.5-mile roundtrip hike through an Alaska State Park into the Tongass National Forest. This tour will benefit anyone who is visiting Alaska by cruise ship, state ferry, plane, or private boat and who would like to get away from the mass of tourists downtown or the large group tours!

Duration: 3.5 hours

Price: $141 per person

Practice mindfulness on a small group 4-mile scenic hike to a picturesque avalanche chute. Hike along an improved gravel trail in the Tongass National Forest alongside a beautiful lake. You'll traverse gravel, large rocks, and roots as you ascend through an old-growth rainforest displaying specimens of Sitka spruce. You'll arrive at the bottom of the avalanche chute at 1100 feet of elevation.

For a longer version of this tour, see the Ketchikan Mountain Lake Trek Extended Tour.

Duration: 3 hours

Price: $141 per person

Hike like a local away from the crowds on this small group tour! Only two tours a day are allowed on the route you'll be traversing. Don't miss the chance to see a small portion of Alaska's vast untouched wilderness. You'll have a wonderful time gazing up at the surrounding mountains and learning about how we can preserve our old-growth forests.

For a shorter version of this tour, see the Ketchikan Mountain Lake Trek to Avalanche Chute.

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $186 per person

Take an adventure off the beaten path into the beautiful surrounding areas of Ketchikan! Bring your cameras to capture the amazing wildlife alongside an award-winning, knowledgeable photographer. Novice or pro, this excursion will allow you to learn more and/or perfect your craft in photography with access to several great photo opportunity sites and bring home unforgettable photos of Ketchikan.

Duration: 3 hours

Price: $129 per person

Experience the tranquility of a quiet lake for the ultimate Southeast Alaskan experience. Fly out in style on your authentic seaplane with your local Alaskan pilot and guide. Whether you are seasoned at fly fishing or a complete novice, one-on-one instruction is available for those who would like it. Salmon, steelhead, and trout are plentiful on the remote streams and lakes traveled to on this tour. Flight time is dependent on weather conditions and fishing location.

Duration: 5-5.25 hours

Price: $650 per person

For those adventure seekers looking to go fishing in Alaska but might not have time for a full-blown trip. This mini-fishing tour involves a plane ride through beautiful vistas to a seldom-fished lake with hungry trout, dolly varden, and grayling. Soar through the Alaskan skies for up to one hour with at least one hour of fishing. You will have a local, knowledgeable guide, transportation, and equipment for your mini-Alaskan fishing tour.

Duration: 3 hours

Price: $395 per person

Fly fishing is one of Alaska's favorite past times, and Ketchikan is one of the best places to try your hand. Take a drive out to a pristine Alaskan stream, where your expert guide will give you tips for catching trout in this unique environment. We'll provide all the gear you'll need to spend the day reeling them in.

Duration: 5.5 hours

Price: $335 per person

Alaska is world famous for excellent salmon fishing, and there's no better location than Ketchikan. This port is affectionately known by Alaskans as the "Salmon Capital of the World," and you will soon see why! After you meet your guide, you'll take a short walk to the harbor where your charter boat awaits. This tour is ideal for fishing buffs who would like a once-in-a-lifetime Alaskan experience.

Please note: prices are per group starting at 1,100.00 USD for 1-2 guests.

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $1,100 per charter

Ketchikan is world-renowned for excellent fishing, and this private tour provides a can't-miss opportunity to catch halibut from the deck of a small charter boat. After your small group meets your guide, you'll sail out to the most productive halibut fishing grounds in the area. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the serene water conditions while you wait for the fish to start biting. This excursion is perfect for fishing enthusiasts who want an authentic Alaskan experience.

Please note: prices are per group starting at 1,500.00 USD for 1-2 guests.

Duration: 6 hours

Price: $1,500 per charter

Ketchikan offers some of the best salmon & halibut fishing in the world! This tour begins a short 5-minute walk from the main cruise ship terminal in downtown Ketchikan. After you meet your tour guide, you'll venture out to the most productive salmon & halibut fishing grounds in the area. Enjoy the serene waters of Ketchikan as you wait for fish to start biting! This excursion is perfect for those who want to truly experience what it is like to fish in the waters off the coast of Alaska.

Please note: prices are per group starting at 1,500.00 USD for 1 -2 guests.

Duration: 6 hours

Price: $1,500 per charter

Looking for an up-close view of Ketchikan's rich assortment of marine life? Only 5 miles from town, our premier snorkeling destination awaits, featuring shallow tide pools teeming with marine life and steep underwater rock walls for freediving. An expert team is ready to outfit you with top-of-the-line gear to safely and comfortably snorkel Alaska's beautifully pristine ocean. From delicate sea stars to forests of bull kelp, there is something to see beyond every rock. You might even catch a glimpse of Ketchikan's "Salmon Capital of the World" namesake.

Duration: 3 hours

Price: $170 per person

This SUV driving tour through Tongass National Forest is an excellent opportunity to see the incredible wilderness of Southeast Alaska. You'll love the 2 hours spent with your expert local guide, who is passionate about preserving Alaska's beautiful forests. This is a small group tour that is limited mobility accessible, so it's perfect for multi-generational families traveling together!

Duration: 2 hours

Price: $113 per person

This custom tour is exclusively what you decide it to be! Your private guide will pick you up in your very own hummer, and your adventure begins. Depending on your preference, your guide will take you hiking in the rainforest, on a cultural tour of the totem poles, a scenic or city tour, shopping for Alaskan souvenirs, or any combination of activities you choose. Please note: prices are per VEHICLE. (Each vehicle seats 1-5 passengers)

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $699 per vehicle

Enjoy the sights of Ketchikan at your leisure on this customizable tour. Private groups of 7-11 people can choose from a variety of local destinations to visit. You will have options for wildlife viewing, waterfalls, scenic photo opportunities, local beaches, Native historical sites, and lots more to choose from.

This is a private tour for a group of 7-11 passengers. For groups of 1-6, please see our Ketchikan Small Group Private Tour.

Duration: 3 hours

Price: $625 per vehicle

Explore Ketchikan and its majestic scenery, wildlife, and history, with the ease, comfort, flexibility, and relaxed pace of a private tour. Experience an exclusive and intimate journey specifically for your group, with you as the star of the show, and all of your guide's attention is on your group and the group's interest throughout the tour. Many guests have left feeling like they joined a tour with friends! The goal is laughter, fun, and an experience that is authentic, friendly, and not scripted!

Duration: 2.5 hours

Price: $109 per person

Enjoy the beauty of Ketchikan at your leisure on this customizable tour. Small groups of up to 6 people can choose from a variety of local destinations to visit. You will have options for wildlife viewing, waterfalls, scenic photo opportunities, local bars, Native cultural sites, and more to choose from.

This is a private tour for a group of 1-6 passengers. For groups of 7-11, please see our Ketchikan Exclusive Sightseeing Private Tour.

Duration: 2.5 hours

Price: $425 per vehicle

Experience a true local vibe feeling as you travel along to the Clover Pass Resort. In the protected ocean waterways of the Clover Pass, you will have a chance at seeing wildlife along the way as you paddle in a circumnavigating route of 2 to 3 small islands. Since our guides are both local and experienced you are sure to have an unforgettable time.

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $139 per person

Explore Alaska's coastline and feel like a local on this boat and kayak tour that has a maximum of 6 guests per tour! Experience the amazing intertidal ecosystem from a paddle distance away in the tranquility of the Tongass National Forest coastline. Chances to see sea stars, jellyfish, bald eagles, and much more.

Duration: 3 hours

Price: $191 per person

Take this fun-filled private adventure that offers a visit to Potlatch Native Totem Park 10 miles north and wildlife viewing at Herring Cove 9 miles south. This is a breathtaking scenic coastline tour that offers an opportunity to see much more of the island.

Duration: 2.5 hours

Price: $850 per vehicle

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Looking for a truly unique Alaskan tour? Riding a hovercraft is a totally exciting way to experience Ketchikan and it's not like a boat or an ATV. This small group, guided hovercraft tour will take you out to Alaska State Park's local beaches. Keep an eye out for local wildlife while taking in the breathtaking scenery.

Duration: 1.25 hours

Price: $189 per person

Combining our Mahoney Falls and our Top of the World tour, experience Ketchikan like never before! You will get to take in the breathtaking 1,500ft Mahoney falls and the Tongass National Rainforest. Your guide will then take you up to the peak of Anvil Mountain for a 1,800ft landing at our exclusive helipad.

Duration: 1.5 hours

Price: $330 per person

Fill your senses with adventure and excitement as you take control of a 4-wheel drive Jeep Wrangler and wind your way through the rugged back roads of Revillagigedo Island. Then grab a paddle and join your companions in a 37-foot, 20-passenger Indian-style canoe to navigate your way across a mountain lake.

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $209 per person

Experience this rare opportunity to explore Southeast Alaska by canoe as the original explorers did. No experience is required only an adventurous spirit as you board a 37-foot Alaskan Native-style canoe on a lake surrounded by the Tongass National Forest. Join a brief nature walk through the rainforest and enjoy Alaskan-style snacks as you learn about the local flora and fauna.

Duration: 3.5 hours

Price: $129 per person

Explore this beautiful unspoiled land in the Tongass National Forest and then take a short boat ride along the coast to catch some of the native wildlife.

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $175 per person

This tour will provide passengers with a view of the pristine, mountain-fed waterfalls, and opportunities for black bear and mountain goat sightings as you fly over the Tongass National Forest. Soar over beautiful Ketchikan Lakes, John Mountain, and a temperate rainforest where you can look for mountain goats and black bears.

Duration: 1 hours

Price: $285 per person

See Ketchikan from the sky on this gorgeous scenic flight tour to Herring Cove. While airborne, you'll have the opportunity to take in the dramatic landscape of the region, and maybe even see some wildlife from up above!

Duration: 1 hours

Price: $193 per person

After a short transfer from your cruise ship to the airbase, you'll have the opportunity to take in the highlights of Ketchikan from up above! Bring your camera to capture these incredible moments from the sky!

Duration: .75 hours

Price: $133 per person

Enjoy this exclusive helicopter tour of the gorgeous peaks of Anvil Mountain. Take in the views Ketchikan has to offer as you fly up 1,800ft and land on the mountain top. Here you will be able to see the Canadian Rockies, the Pacific Ocean, and the Tongass Narrows all from the top of the world.

Duration: 1-1.25 hours

Price: $217 per person

Get amazing views of the Tongass Narrows as you take a journey by helicopter over the Ketchikan area. Take in the magnificent views of the area that may include possible viewings of eagles, mountain goats, deer, mountain lakes, and even a waterfall!

Duration: .75 hours

Price: $193 per person

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Feel like a local in this fun, informative, and entertaining walking tour that allows you to drink with the locals while you learn about the rich history of Ketchikan. Stops vary but may include local favorites such as the Arctic Bar, Creek Street Cabaret, and the Bawden Street Brewery.

Duration: 1.5 hours

Price: $79 per person

This is a fully customizable private tour of Ketchikan! Your driver guide will pick you in your chariot for the next four hours, an 11- or 14-passenger transit van. Your party will be transported around Ketchikan in style to several locations of your choosing. We highly recommend a stop at Saxman Native Village to check out Ketchikan's famous totem art!

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $450 per vehicle

Enjoy this 2.5-hour private tour and visit one of the most popular sites in Ketchikan, the Saxman Totem Village. With 25 authentic totems carved by Tlingit and Haida natives, it's the largest totem park in Ketchikan. Your journey will continue on to Herring Bay for wildlife viewing, then a visit to Creek Street and the famous "Red Light District".

Duration: 2.5 hours

Price: $850 per vehicle

**THIS TOUR IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE 2023 SEASON**

Experienced guides take guests on a beautifully scenic and informative tour, starting with a narrated motor coach transfer from the ship dock to the Alaskan Rainforest Sanctuary. After a guided tour through the sanctuary, a freshly prepared Dungeness crab meal awaits guests at the beautiful George Inlet lodge.

Duration: 4 hours

Price: $169 per person