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| Ketchikan Sightseeing Tours |
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| KETS#01 Misty Fjords National Monument Cruise |
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| During the 6.5-hour catamaran cruise you experience the grandeur of Misty Fjords National Monument, a 2.2 million acre national treasure. You will be awed by cliffs towering thousands of feet above the sea and waterfalls cascading into the placid waters. View New Eddystone Rock, a volcanic plug, rising 237 feet from the waters of Behm Canal. Keep watch for seals and bald eagles, as well as numerous sea birds. Your guide provides a professional narration of the wildlife, plants and geology of the area. Complimentary light meal or snack and beverages. |
Individual Departure
Adult: $125.00 |
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| KETS#02 Ketchikan Harbour Cruise |
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| Capture the essence of Ketchikan by cruising its active and historic waterfront. Get an up-close view of the areas where many of Ketchikan’s historical events took place as your guide describes the exploits, deeds and misdeeds of the area’s early residents. Cruise by Ketchikan Creek - the community’s former "Creek Street red-light district," where salmon are often seen jumping as they begin their upstream migration. From the vessel view Saxman Totem Park with its collection of intriguing totem poles and Pennock Island where hardy individuals pursue the pioneering lifestyle. Learn about the island’s rain forest from the warmth of the cabin or out on deck. Duration: 1 3/4 hours. |
Individual Departure
Adult: $50.00 |
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| KETS#03 Ketchikans Historic Waterfront by Kayak |
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| During the 2.5-hour kayaking tour you paddle along the historic waterfront including Creek Street that made up the red light district. We'll navigate Thomas Basin and cross to Pennock Island, K-town's water bound suburb. Your guide is an expert in spotting wildlife and you see bald eagles, blue herons and plenty of intertidal marine life. We have plenty of time to photograph the wildlife and the unique beauty of this Alaskan frontier town from the water. The kayaks we use are very stable doubles and ideal for all ages. You will receive full equipment and instructions. |
Individual Departure
Adult: $50.00 |
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| Experience Alaska Fishing on the scenic waters of the Tongass National Forest. Fish for salmon and halibut surrounded by majestic snow capped mountains, playful killer whales, and soaring eagles. We have five different salmon species: King, Silver, Chum, Sockeye and Pink. King Salmon are the first to show up in May. The peak of the run is in June. After the grand entrance of the King Salmon come the Silvers, Pinks, Chums and Sockeyes toward the end of June. They will typically have a good run through August. Ketchikan is known for a great late run of Silvers in September. Halibut fishing is good all summer. Fishing charter includes fishing equipment, bait, transfers, drinks and rain gear. |
Individual Departure
Adult 4 H.$130.00
Adult 6 H.$160.00
Adult 8 H.$200.00 |
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| KETS#05 Bear Viewing Traitors Cove |
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Available only between Aug 15th and Sept 30th. Visit the bear observatory at Traitors Cove. Fly by floatplane along the beautiful waterways of the lush Tongass National Forest and across Revillagegedo island to the to a US Forest Service maintained trail and the Margarite Creek Bear Viewing observatory platform.
Bears can be seen as they plunge into the rushing water to retrieve their meals of wriggling salmon. This is a perfect opportunity to photograph Alaska's real fisherman in action! In addition to bears feeding, you will also see Bald eagles picking up scraps left by the bears and of course the real stars of the show, the salmon, as they battle their way upstream to spawn. A naturalist will provide information of the flora and fauna along the way. Combine a short hike, beautiful scenery and a magnificent wildlife experience in one trip. The US Forest Service restricts access to Margarite Observatory by permit. As a result, only small numbers of people have the opportunity to visit this beautiful site so book early! 4-Hour Tour. |
Individual Departure
Adult: $260.00 |
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| KETS#06 Bear Viewing at Anan Bay / Wrangell |
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Available only from July 4th to August 31st. Experience a once in a lifetime trip and visit the world renowned bear observatory at Anan Creek. Fly along the beautiful waterways of the Tongass National Forest to Anan Creek which hosts one of the largest pink salmon runs in Southeast Alaska. The presence of the salmon draws a large dinner crowd, including both black and brown bears, seals, river otters, mink, marten and eagles.
You will be transported by floatplane to the trailhead at Anan, and once there will receive a briefing from a U.S. Forest Service Park Ranger. After the briefing you will hike up the one half mile trail along the river to the bearviewing platform. From there bears can been seen and photographed while fishing. The salmon are the true stars of the show as they make their way against a massive waterfall. This trip is a total of 4 hours and is not guided. No food or camera flash is allowed on the trail and comfortable shoes are recommended. Visitation to Anan is highly limited to protect the bears so book early. Total: 4 Hours |
Individual Departure
Adult: $335.00 |
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| KETS#07 Misty Ford National Monument Flightseeing |
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| Flight across Revillagegedo Island over to the Alaska mainland where the fiords are located, and into the heart of the monument. Headsets with voice communications are provided to passengers so you can chat in flight and ask questions as we fly. For the highlight of the tour, we will land on an alpine lake or on a calm bay at sea level and let passengers get out of the aircraft and onto land for a quiet excursion. Relax, stretch your legs and take some photos as you drink in the silence of the vast wilderness. Flying within the Misty Fiords is truly an emotional experience you'll never forget!! |
Individual Departure
Adult: $190.00 |
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