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Ketchikan Zodiac Adventure

4.8
32 reviews

Excursion Overview

Join us for a spectacular Zodiac trip where you're the captain!

Take the helm and become the captain of your own inflatable Zodiac boat in Ketchikan, Alaska! This exciting adventure begins right in downtown Ketchikan, where you'll board your boat and cruise through the calm, protected waters of the Inside Passage. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of Historic Creek Street, the totem poles at Saxman Native Village, and the beautiful Tongass Narrows. Keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife, including bald eagles, seals, sea lions, and possibly even humpback whales or orcas.

Equipped with all the necessary gear—bibs, jackets, boots, gloves, and dry bags—you'll be fully prepared for the journey ahead. After a quick safety briefing, it’s time to launch and explore the stunning coastline. This self-driving excursion allows up to four guests per boat, giving couples the option to pair up with another couple or have individual driving time. Drivers must be at least 21 years old. Don’t miss this chance to explore Ketchikan’s waterways at your own pace while avoiding the crowds!

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • Courtesy shuttle to and from the cruise dock
  • Rain gear, bibs, jackets, boots, gloves, and dry bags
  • Personal flotation devices (provided & required)
  • Hot and cold drinks provided at the end of the tour (please bring your own water bottle should you like water while on the zodiac)

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 participants required to book
  • Minimum age: 6
  • Minimum weight: 40 lbs
  • Maximum weight: 350 lbs
  • At least 1 person in the group will need to be 21+ and want to drive the boat
  • Not recommended for pregnant guests, elderly guests, or guests with previous back and neck injuries
  • Maximum of 4 passengers per boat

Duration: 3 hours (Roundtrip from downtown Ketchikan)

  • 15 minutes - transportation time
  • 30 minutes - gear up and safety orientation on the inflatable boats
  • 2 hours - on the water exploring around the Tongass Narrows and nearby coves and islands
  • 15 minutes - degear and return transportation

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour meets at the shelter near Cruise Berth 3. 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 limited mobility and wheelchair 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

Minimum age is 6. Only guests 21 and older may drive the boats.

There is a maximum of 4 guests per zodiac.

Yes! This is a drive-your-own zodiac tour and you will follow a trained guide in their own zodiac.

We encourage guests to bring binoculars, camera, and water bottle (if you would like to have water while on the boat).

This tour takes place on coastal waters and can be choppy. All tours that cancel because of weather will be fully refunded with no fees or penalties.

Wear warm clothes- jackets, hats, gloves, and close-toed shoes.

Definitely, arrangements of tours for groups or large families are possible. Please contact us with your group requirements.

 

Guest Reviews

4.8

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Jessica T

On Aug 2025

This was a very adventurous boat ride. We saw a whale within 10 feet of our boat! The tour operator was fantastic and gave us lots of information.

John H

On Aug 2025

This was our first excursion we took on our Alaskan Cruise. It was wonderful. by far the best "tour" we took. Danielle and Teddy are top notch. Don't think, just book it and enjoy!!!!!!

Daren D

On Aug 2025

Danielle was a great guide. Feeding the Eagles was a once in a lifetime experience. Boats ran great VIP treatment was very nice.

Keri L

On Jul 2025

We booked Zodiac for four and the description states that it fits four people. However, it only had three seats and the fourth has to sit on the side and hold on to a rope for dear life. We had some waves that we were crashing into which made sitting in the side really difficult and also kinda scary. Had we known there were only three actual seats, we never would have booked the excursion. We didn't see much wildlife (not their fault at all - just pointing it out). Also, our tour leader would just take off in the distance and we were left very far behind which made the drivers (we could swap) uncomfortable. The drivers had fun - but we would pick another excursion if we were to visit again.

Mike G

On Jul 2025

Seamless process even when the tour changed. Guide could have slowed the tour down a bit when traveling by zodiac to show more of the scenery with commentary. Lunch was excellent.

$208.85

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Minimum of 2 Required to Book

Passenger (6+): $208.85

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