Sitka Wilderness Sea Kayaking Adventure

5.0

5 reviews

Excursion Overview

Skill levels of all ages are welcome on a half-day kayaking adventure!

This wonderful half-day kayaking journey starts with meeting your specialized instructor and guide at Sitka Crescent Harbor. It is from right there that the excitement starts, as you climb aboard a custom-made inflatable vessel for an adventurous sightseeing ride to the float base camp. On the way, your guide will point out sights of interest and scan for wildlife.

Once arriving to the dedicated "float house" you will have ample time for gearing up, as well as guidance on how to work together as a team to maneuver your two person kayak, complete with paddling technique.

These are some of the most peaceful and majestic waters in all of North America. so take in all the beauty of the protected bays and inlets near Sitka in a fun and active way. Your guide is more than just your teacher, they are fellow nature lovers. Follow their keen senses if adventure as they spot unique sights, explain colorful intertidal invertebrates and the ecosystem of the surrounding rainforest.

The scenery is truly breathtaking, so enjoy every minute of gently gliding through these tranquil waters. Keep an eye out for all sorts of wildlife, from swooping eagles, to brown bears combing the shores. Harbor seals, deer, and even whales are known to roam these areas.

On the way back, stop at the Float House, enjoy a hot authentic Alaskan snack before returning to downtown Sitka. This tour truly has something for everyone, and will be sure to leave you in awe and wonder of your amazing surroundings.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

Roundtrip transportation from Crescent Harbor
Snack consisting of clam chowder, crackers, hot apple cider
Personal Flotation Device (life vest)
Extra raingear as needed

Requirements:

Minimum weight: 40 lbs
Maximum weight: 275 lbs
Maximum height: 6 feet 6 inches
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent
Minors age 13-17 must have signed a parental consent form

Duration: 3 hours (Roundtrip from Crescent Harbor.)

90 minutes active kayaking

Meeting Instructions:

This tour meets from Crescent Harbor in Downtown Sitka, which is directly adjacent to Harrigan Centennial Hall - the main depot for cruise line passengers. 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

There is a minimum weight requirement of 40 lbs. Additionally, guests taller than 6 feet 6 inches or weighing over 275 lbs cannot be accommodated.

Guests must be comfortable climbing steps and able to get in and out of the kayak. Please inform the guides about any other physical limitations.

No experience is necessary to participate in this tour.

Wildlife is abundant in Southeast Alaska and sightings are possible on any tour, however, this is not a designated wildlife tour and nothing can be guaranteed.

Food and drink are not allowed during this tour.

Snacks consisting of clam chowder, crackers, and hot apple cider are included.

All bags must be stored prior to kayaking and are not allowed while on tour.

Layered clothing that will fit underneath a waterproof paddle jacket and sneakers or waterproof boots. Sunglasses and gloves are also recommended.

It is possible to tip over, however, it's a very rare occurrence. Our professional guides will provide good instruction on the basic paddling and bracing techniques, and you'll find out for yourself that the double kayaks are far more stable than you might imagine. You don't need to know how to swim. You'll be wearing a PFD (life vest) at all times while in the kayak.

Guest Reviews

5.0

5 total

Suzanne L

On Oct 2024

Loved this excursion and our weather could not have been better. The guides were great. The chowder was yummy! Just an all around great experience for my husband and me.

Christine S

On Jul 2024

excellent and well-led

Gregory D

On Jul 2024

This was an absolutely beautiful excursion that was exquisitely well run and staffed by enthusiastic fun professionals. The gear was first class. The knowledge of the staff was impressive. The facilities were great and all in all, we had a magnificent time. I would not hesitate to recommend this excursion to anyone that loves to get out in nature and work a little bit!

David D

On Jun 2024

Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, funny and patient with all the newcomers to kayaking. The chowder was the best I have every eaten! Our guide was very personable and took a true interest in everyone's story about why they were there. YOU HAVE CHOSEN THE PERFECT CREW FOR THIS EXCURSION!!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK.

Steve F

On Jun 2024

Our group booked this directly through ASE to save money instead of booking via the Cruise ship. The entire staff was kind and quick to answer any questions we had. Our small group of 5 plus another family of 4, was paired up with guide Ben and got onto the water first. We basically had our own private kayak tour with Ben showing our small crew all there was to see in the protected cove. After paddling around for about an hour, everyone met back at the float house for warm cider and home-made chowder. Our group strongly recommends using Alaska Shore Excursions but give them a call if you have a group of 6 or more since they can ask the tour company if they can add more space.

$209.00

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Sitka Wilderness Sea Kayaking Adventure

Excursion Overview

Skill levels of all ages are welcome on a half-day kayaking adventure!