Simply Amazing Sitka Tour

4.6
41 reviews

Excursion Overview

Come adventure on this multi-stop scenic tour through Sitka, Alaska

Meet with your skilled local guide at the Harrigan Centennial Hall as you climb aboard a full-sized passenger van heading south down along Silver Bay. Your guide will point out local flora and fauna such as bald eagles or Sitka Black Tail Deer.

Your first stop on your Journey will be at The Fortress of the Bears. This non-profit facility is home to 7 native bear rescues, 4 of which are Coastal Brown Bears and 3 Black Bears. You will get within 25 feet of these native giants and listen to their stories of hardship and recovery.

After you spend time with our bears, you will head over to The Alaskan Raptor Center. This rehabilitation center for birds of prey is home to multiple species of eagles and owls. Make sure to check out the famous Flight Training Center where you can see bald eagles regaining their skills of flight, well on their way to recovery and release back to the wild.

The grand finale of this tour is a stop at the Sitka National Historical Park. This protected stretch of rainforest is a historical piece of land due to its collection of totem poles, the 19th century battle of the Sheeta Kwan Kiksadi Clan, and the gorgeous cultural center with onsite interpreters. Here you can choose to walk along the winding trails and paths, admire the totem poles, learn all about the occupation of Russian American troops, or inspect the exhibits and demonstrations about carving, fur, beading, and metalworking.

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Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • Roundtrip transportation
  • Admission to Fortress of the Bears
  • Admission to Alaska Raptor Center

Requirements:

  • There are no additional requirements for this excursion.

Duration: 2.5 hours (Roundtrip from Harrigan Centennial Hall.)

  • 30-40 minutes - roundtrip narrated scenic drive
  • 10 minutes - photo stops at Silver Bay
  • 30 minutes - at the Fortress of the Bears
  • 30 minutes - at the Alaskan Raptor Center
  • 30 minutes - at the Sitka National Historical Park

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour meets in front of the Harrigan Centennial Hall. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • This tour is limited mobility accessible. We can accommodate a foldable walker and we offer a step stool for easy access in and out of our vehicles. Please leave a comment during checkout if you plan to bring accessibility equipment on this excursion.

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 are no age restrictions for this tour.

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

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

 

Guest Reviews

4.6

41 total

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Prentis G

On Jul 2024

Thoroughly enjoyed this tour, just wish we had more time at the totem park.

Diana P

On Jul 2024

The bears, raptors and totem poles were amazing to see. The tour guide did an excellent job. Our only complaint was how rushed everything was. We wanted to be able to spend more time in each of the three locations.

Wendy L

On Jul 2024

Great option to see key parts of Sitka when you don t have a long time. Our tour guide was super knowledgeable and friendly. She told us a lot of great info about the national park, raptor center and fortress of the bear. A wonderful excursion.

Lee Ann T

On Jul 2024

Great tour. Sites were very interesting and Christian our tour guide was entertaining and informative.

Kathryn F

On Jun 2024

Our tour guide Gretchen was amazing. Along with the touristy side of Sitka she gave us a wealth of information on life in Sitka. I would pay to take a tour of a gas station with her.

$118.75

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Duration: 2.5 hours

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Duration: 2.5 hours



Passenger: $118.75