Description
If you’re searching for a Ketchikan experience that’s uniquely yours, look no further than the Private Ketchikan Sightseeing Tour. Designed for travelers who value privacy and customization, this tour lets you dive into Alaska’s breathtaking scenery with a knowledgeable guide.
Start your day greeted by your guide who doubles as your friendly local expert and engaging naturalist. Forget fixed schedules—this adventure flexes to match your interests. Fancy birdwatching, learning about native plants, or simply savoring the serene landscape? This is your chance to explore how you want, when you want.
Your journey on the Private Ketchikan Sightseeing Tour begins with a picturesque ride that reveals Ketchikan’s dramatic coastlines and hints at the rich ecosystem ahead. Once at the forest trailhead, you’ll wander through moss-draped trees and gentle streams, soaking up the sights and sounds of pure, untouched nature. Your guide will point out hidden gems along the way and guide you farther up the trail to a second waterfall if you wish.
From there you'll continue to explore the coastline and the rich marine life that exists there, a favorite spot for most groups. This private experience means you can explore as long as you like—whether you’re waiting for that perfect wildlife shot or letting the kids enjoy some unstructured playtime. The slower pace and expert guidance encourages a genuine connection with nature, making it ideal for photographers, families, or anyone wanting a break from the typical tour bus hustle.
Wrap up your customized tour with a stop at a site that combines totems, a sawmill, and a blacksmith shop. This single location offers a fun and interactive experience where you can learn about traditional craftsmanship and the rich history of Ketchikan. Entry fees are payable on arrival. Please note, there is a $10 per person entry fee ($5 for kids under 12). Your guide will leave you with personalized recommendations on local eateries, artisan shops, or scenic spots in Ketchikan to continue your day. Whether it’s your first visit or a return to a favorite place, this tour makes Ketchikan feel like your own slice of Alaskan paradise.
What's Included
Frequently Asked Questions
Are we able to see bears and other wildlife while out on this tour?
While there is no guarantee, there are chances to see bears, salmon, seals, and other wildlife. There are opportunities for wildlife sightings when stopping at the grassy field, tide pools, and Herring Bay Sawmill.
What clothing is best recommended for this tour?
This tour involves hiking as well as spending a lot of time outdoors. With Ketchikan being a place where rain falls frequently, it is recommended that guests wear hiking boots or comfortable walking shoes and also bring with them a quality rainjacket.
Can this tour accommodate wheelchairs?
This tour is not ADA-accessible. Guests who have collapsible/foldable wheelchairs and walkers are welcome to join this tour.
Is this tour family-friendly?
This tour has a diverse range of stops that can cater to the whole family's interests. All ages are welcome on this tour!
Know Before You Book
Quick Facts
Itinerary • 3h 00min • 6 activities
Your guide will meet you escort you to your private vehicle.
Visit an open grassy field and have the chance to see bears, bald eagles, salmon, and other wildlife.
Step out of the van and be greeted by a stunning waterfall and lush rainforest. If your group is more motivated, take a short hike to a second waterfall just into the forest.
Explore active tide pools and find marine life such as sea stars and sea urchins. Also, keep your eyes peeled in the passage for marine life that may be passing through!
Participate in a guided tour to learn more about the history and process of totem carving. Guests will also get to tour an old sawmill that now serves as a site for carving totems with the beautiful backdrop of a wildlife estuary.
Conclude your tour with transportation to your cruise ship.