Ketchikan is a great port for wildlife viewing. It's also a great location to explore the Tongas forest or the Misty fjords.
All Ages
Lighthouse, Totems, and Eagles Tour- Board a motor coach
for a scenic drive through Ketchikan on your way to meet the captain and crew
of your vessel. Relax in a heated main cabin or enjoy the open-air observation
deck. During your cruise you will see eagles, Totem Bight State Park, Vallenar
Rocks Wildlife Viewing Area and historic Guard Island Lighthouse. Along the way
you will also learn the maritime history of the region.
Duration: Around 3 hours
Adventure Cart Expedition- Hit the mountain trails of
Alaska for an off-road adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy unparalleled views of the
Tongas National Forest, Behm Canal, and the Inside Passage as you traverse the
forest trails at a comfortable pace. Eagles, deer and bears are frequently
sighted on this tour.
Duration: Around 3.25 hours
**While there is no minimum age for this excursion, the minimum
weight is 40 pounds. Cart drivers must have a valid driver’s license.
Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show- Learn all about the life of
a Lumberjack in Alaska during this entertaining show.
Duration: Around 1.5 hours
Note: This short excursion and its close proximity to the cruise
ship pier allows for you to book another excursion in addition to this or enjoy
the day on your own in Ketchikan.
2 and up
Misty Fjords Sightseeing- Enjoy an unforgettable flight
aboard a floatplane and see majestic fjords, cascading waterfalls, and abundant
wildlife, all while learning about the history of the area.
Duration: Around 2 hours
4 and up
Snorkeling Adventure- After receiving a brief orientation,
suit up in a warm state of the art wetsuit, with hood, boots and gloves and
then hover among Alaska’s diverse marine life. See mute-colored starfish, sea
urchins, sea cucumbers and the giant sunflower star.
Duration: Around 3 hours
5 and up
Bering Sea Crab Fisherman’s Tour- Join an adventure of a
lifetime aboard the Aleutian Ballad, as seen on Discovery Channel’s - The
Deadliest Catch. As you head out on the calm waters of the Inside Passage, your
seasoned crew will begin fishing and you’ll be up close to all the action! Crabs,
octopus, eels, sharks, rockfish and prawns are all a possibility, as the crew
demonstrates their expertise. Be on the lookout for whales, eagles, porpoise,
and seals along the way. This educational and interactive experience is perfect
for all ages and is packed with stories and adventures shared by the men and
women who risk their lives fishing the Bering Sea.
Duration: Around 3 Hours
Alaska Fishing and Wilderness Dining- Gear up for an
authentic fishing excursion in the unspoiled wilderness of Alaska's
southeastern coastline. This tour is customized for any interest and skill
level with just five guests per skiff. You’ll experience the thrill of bottom
fishing and the exhilaration of landing rockfish, red snapper, lingcod or even
a Pacific halibut. Then experience an outdoor culinary adventure as the camp
cook prepares your freshly caught fish served atop a saffron-infused
bouillabaisse.
Duration: Around 5 Hours
11 and up
Canopy Zip Line and Rainforest Tour- Board a motor coach
for a scenic 25 minute drive out of Ketchikan to Knudson Cove. After receiving
instructions and safety equipment from the guides, head out to the zip lines.
Enjoy glimpses of bald eagles and the ocean below as you fly through the air
completing between 5-9 zip lines. Afterwards you can ride an all-terrain
vehicle up to a 50’ climbing tower where guides will show you how to climb
safely to the top.
Duration: Around 3.5 hours
12 and up
Bear Country Wildlife Expedition- View Black Bears in
their natural habitat in at the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary using a system of
trails and elevated boardwalks. Bald eagles, seals and other wildlife join the
bears and can usually be seen feeding on the fish. At the end of the trail
guests see birds of prey close up at the Alaska Raptor Center, our a historic
sawmill and watch a Master Totem Carver at work.
Duration: Around 3.25 hours
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