KETCHIKAN ADVENTURE TOURS

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Misty Fjords National Monument via Seaplane Tour

5.0
2 hrs
$389 / person

Explore the impressive Alaskan scenery that is, Misty Fjords National Monument on a sixty-minute flight through this glacially carved terrain. Cascading waterfalls, jewel-like lakes, and a lush forest of spruce, hemlock, and READ MORE...

Misty Fjords Flightseeing and Kayaking Adventure

4 hrs
$550 / person

Explore Alaska's Misty Fjords National Monument on our 4-hour guided fly-out kayaking tour. Enjoy a breathtaking seaplane flight, then paddle through serene lakes and hidden coves with an expert guide. Experience the beauty o READ MORE...

Ketchikan Mahoney Lake UTV Off Road Safari

4.9
3.25-3.75 hrs
$249 / 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 rem READ MORE...

Ketchikan Magical Old Growth Creek Trek

5.0
3.5 hrs
$177 / 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 READ MORE...

Ketchikan Wilderness Zodiac Quest

5.0
3.25 hrs
$249 / 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 READ MORE...

Ketchikan Mountain Point Snorkeling Adventure

4.9
3 hrs
$180 / person

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 w READ MORE...

Ketchikan Ocean Wilderness Expedition

5.0
2.5 hrs
$185 / 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 wil READ MORE...

Ketchikan Zodiac Adventure

4.9
3 hrs
$209 / person

Come 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 stories about the region and wildlife you may encoun READ MORE...

Ketchikan Expedition Black Bear Traitor's Cove

5.0
4.5 hrs
$450 / 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 READ MORE...

Neets Bay Bear Encounter by Land & Sea

4.9
4.5-5 hrs
$399 / person

Bring your cameras for this truly Alaskan encounter. Travel by land and sea on an adventure toward Neets Bay Observatory. This pristine wilderness area is limited to a small number of visitors each year. Set amongst the s READ MORE...

Ketchikan Fast Boat Adventure

5.0
4 hrs
$249 / person

Captain your own zodiac and race through the thrilling waters of Clover Pass, navigating rainforest islands and encountering incredible wildlife like seals, whales, and even orcas! This high-energy, intimate adventure guarant READ MORE...

Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show & Harbor Haus Crab Feast

5.0
2.5 hrs
$149 / person

Explore the historic Thomas Basin district starting at the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show Arena and Harbor Haus Pavilion. Witness thrilling lumberjack competitions and savor unlimited Dungeness crab at Harbor Haus, all with st READ MORE...

Ketchikan Mountain Lake Trek to Avalanche Chute

5.0
3 hrs
$177 / 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, an READ MORE...

Ketchikan Private Mountain Lake Trek Extended Tour

5.0
4 hrs
$570 / 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 h READ MORE...

Ketchikan Harbor Haus Crab Feast

1.25 hrs
$109 / person

The Harbor Haus offers an unforgettable Dungeness Crab feast with stunning views of the bustling harbor. Enjoy a meal featuring unlimited Dungeness Crab, a refreshing Asian-style salad, baby red potatoes, and delightful carro READ MORE...

Ketchikan Adventure Kart Expedition

4.8
3.25 hrs
$275 / 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 READ MORE...

Ketchikan Electric Bike and Hike Tour

4.9
4 hrs
$165 / person

The original Southeast Alaska e-bike tour! Enjoy an easy and scenic electric bicycle ride out of the bustle of town, along the coastline, to where the pavement ends at the Tongass National Rainforest begins. You'll explore th READ MORE...

Ketchikan Backcountry Tongass SUV Tour

5.0
2.25 hrs
$114 / 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 prese READ MORE...

Ketchikan Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Adventure

4.9
3.5 hrs
$225 / 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 READ MORE...

Ketchikan Island Hummer Tour

5.0
4 hrs
$725 / Vehicle

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 READ MORE...

Ketchikan Backcountry Jeep & Canoe Safari

4.7
4 hrs
$229 / 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- READ MORE...

Ketchikan Photo Safari

5.0
3 hrs
$135 / 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 READ MORE...

Ketchikan Fly Out Fishing Tour

5.0
4 hrs
$675 / 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 com READ MORE...

Ketchikan Guided Fly Fishing Tour

5.0
4 hrs
$350 / 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 thi READ MORE...

Ketchikan Halibut Fishing Private Charter

5.0
5 hrs
From: $1,400 / 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 th READ MORE...

Ketchikan Hovercraft Eco Adventure & Wildlife Viewing

4.9
1.25 hrs
$189 / person

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 Par READ MORE...

Ketchikan Alaskan Lore & Wildlife Cruise

2.5 hrs
$189 / person

Start your memorable adventure at Clover Pass Resort aboard our cozy enclosed watercraft, where you'll hear captivating recorded stories of Alaskan legends and wildlife encounters. As we navigate through stunning waters, keep READ MORE...

Ketchikan Rainforest Canoe & Nature Trail

4.5
3.5 hrs
$145 / 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 READ MORE...

Ketchikan Rainforest Island Adventure

4.6
4 hrs
$199 / 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. Your captain will point out marine life and interesting features along READ MORE...

Ketchikan Rainforest Canoe & Totem Park Adventure

4.0
4 hrs
$199 / person

A perfect combination of adventure and Alaskan Native history. Explore and discover Totem Bight State Historical Park, 11 acres of lush rainforest featuring historical totem poles. Journey to Lake Harriet Hunt and climb abo READ MORE...

Ketchikan Coastal Boat and Kayak Tour

4.8
3 hrs
$191 / 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 N READ MORE...

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Ketchikan Shore Excursions by Locals

We are a local Alaska company that aims to bring you the best tours and experiences that Ketchikan has to offer. When you buy Ketchikan shore excursions on your own, instead of through a cruise ship, we can offer you wholesale, local Alaska prices. Our goal is to make your Alaskan cruise the trip of a lifetime! Check out our guide to the Ketchikan cruise port for tips and tricks, be sure to visit Creek Street while you're here, and check out our guide to the best things to do in Ketchikan if you need ideas.