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Ketchikan Sightseeing and Wildlife Safari Tour

Excursion Overview

Experience the Best of Ketchikan: Wildlife, Totem Poles, and Scenic Adventures!

The Ketchikan Wildlife Safari & Sightseeing Tour offers an all-encompassing Alaskan adventure, showcasing the best of Ketchikan’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. Highlights include the iconic Salmon Ladder, where visitors can witness salmon battling upstream to spawn, as well as Herring Cove, a prime spot for bear sightings and other native wildlife. Nature lovers can also enjoy the tranquil Rotary Beach, where whales, eagles, and otters are often spotted, and explore the stunning intertidal marine life. The tour culminates with a visit to Saxman Totem Pole Park, home to one of the largest collections of authentic totem poles, offering an insight into the traditions of the Tlingit and Haida peoples.

Throughout the tour, guests are immersed in the wonders of Alaska’s wildlife and rich cultural history. In addition to wildlife sightings, participants can explore the unique intertidal ecosystem at Rotary Beach. At Saxman Native Village, guests discover the intricate artistry of totem poles, each telling a unique story of the region's indigenous heritage. The tour is rounded off with a delightful snack featuring either smoked salmon or reindeer sausage, providing the perfect end to your visit to Ketchikan.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • Roundtrip transportation from downtown Ketchikan
  • Free WIFI available and umbrellas if needed
  • Alaskan snack of smoked salmon or reindeer sausage lunchables (vegetarian option available upon request)

Requirements:

  • There are no additional requirements for this excursion.

Duration: 2.5 hours (Roundtrip from downtown Ketchikan.)

  • 30 minutes - Salmon Ladder, explore the renowned Salmon Ladder, where salmon battle upstream against powerful currents to spawn and fulfill their life cycle
  • 30 minutes - Herring Cove, a top wildlife spot in Ketchikan, known for seasonal bear sightings as they feast on salmon, with opportunities to see bald eagles and other native Alaskan wildlife
  • 20 minutes - Rotary Beach, a wildlife haven for nature lovers, offering intertidal marine life, eagle, and otter sightings, plus stunning coastal views
  • 30 minutes - Saxman Totem Pole Park, explore rich Native culture with one of the world’s largest collections of authentic totem poles
  • 40 minutes - roundtrip transportation to and from locations

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour meets in downtown Ketchikan. Guests docking at Ward Cove will need to allow extra time to take a courtesy shuttle to and from downtown Ketchikan. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • This tour is not wheelchair or limited mobility accessible.

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

This tour has an 11 passenger maximum.

Wildlife is abundant in Southeast Alaska and sightings are possible on any tour. However, nothing can be guaranteed. Herring Cove is an excellent viewing spot for seasonal bear sightings, bald eagle viewing, and more.

Each guest gets a choice of a smoked salmon or reindeer sausage lunchable (vegetarian options available upon request). No beverages are provided but you are welcome to bring your own.

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

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

Comfortable, casual, seasonal clothing is recommended. Comfortable walking shoes are highly encouraged.

Ketchikan experiences a lot of rain due to it being located in a rainforest. We encourage guests to wear a lightweight rain jacket and/or dress appropriately for the weather as this tour will run rain or shine.

 

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$117.00

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Duration: 2.5 hours

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Duration: 2.5 hours



Passenger: $117.00

Private Tour (1-11 guests): $775.00

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