Top Rated Ketchikan Tours
Adventure Karts Expedition
There's nothing quite like this tour anywhere else along the cruise route. The...
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$$199.00Adventure Karts Expedition
There's nothing quite like this tour anywhere else along the cruise route. The Adventure Karts tour puts you in the driver seat for an off-road adventure through Ketchikan's backcountry. Trusty guides lead the way as you wind your 4X4 vehicle through forested Sitka spruce and western hemlock-laden trails. Hop out of the vehicle at a few stopping points along the way to enjoy a scenic overlook of the Inside Passage and a backcountry waterfall nestled in the forested terrain. A high-adrenaline adventure with no previous off-road experience required!
Ketchikan Sea Kayak
If you're looking for a fun and active Ketchikan shore excursion that incorporates...
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$99.00Ketchikan Sea Kayak
If you're looking for a fun and active Ketchikan shore excursion that incorporates a little bit of activity into the mix, you may want to explore the Ketchikan Sea Kayak Tour. Suitable for all experience levels, this 2.5 hour tour lets you explore not only the immediate Ketchikan area by sea kayak, but head outside of town through Tongass Narrows to the quiet and remote nearby islands. A peaceful and calming outdoor activity in a small-group setting, with great wildlife opportunities as well!
Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Expedition
A high-flying, tree-top activity that receives some of the best reviews of any...
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$179.00Rainforest Canopy & Zipline Expedition
A high-flying, tree-top activity that receives some of the best reviews of any Ketchikan shore excursion, the Rainforest Canopy Zipline is the more adventurous of the 2 ziplining tours in Ketchikan. With 8 dual ziplines and 3 skybridges, this activity is sure to deliver high-adrenaline fun in the setting of the lush Ketchikan temperate rainforest.
Backcountry Zodiac Expedition
You're in control of your own Zodiac inflatable boat on this top-rated Ketchikan...
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$169.00Backcountry Zodiac Expedition
You're in control of your own Zodiac inflatable boat on this top-rated Ketchikan shore excursion. This isn't your average guided tour - although you will have a guide leading the way, you are in the driver's seat of these 4-passenger, high-powered, zodiac vessels. Zip up and down the Ketchikan harbor exploring remote inlets, tidal pools rich with interesting marine wildlife and spot eagle after eagle along the way. There's no barrier between you and the Alaskan outdoors on this one - you're part of it!
Wildlife Sanctuary & Eagle Center
If wildlife viewing is on your Alaskan bucket list, this Ketchikan shore excursion...
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$89.00Wildlife Sanctuary & Eagle Center
If wildlife viewing is on your Alaskan bucket list, this Ketchikan shore excursion provides arguably the best opportunities for seeing and photographing everything from eagles to reindeer and even black bear! The Rainforest Wildlife Sanctuary is a 40-acre private reserve and is home to all varieties of Alaskan wildlife that are attracted to the rich salmon spawning zones of nearby Eagle Creek. A naturalist guide takes you for a scenic stroll offering information and narration along the way - a photographer's delight!
Misty Fjords Flightseeing
You may know by now that Ketchikan is well-known for its flightseeing options...
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$249.00Misty Fjords Flightseeing
You may know by now that Ketchikan is well-known for its flightseeing options out to Misty Fjords National Monument, and this is the classic float plane option that is one of our top-choices for things to do in Ketchikan. An area that is best accessed by air, Misty Fjords is a geological paradise encompassing 2.3 million acres of glacially carved cliffs and pristine, preserved wilderness. Enjoy it all from your window seat for an unforgettable plane ride that is as adventurous as it is scenic.
All Ketchikan Tours
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We've all heard of 'buy local' but what about 'tour local'? By booking your Ketchikan tours independently, you'll find you can often do the same shore excursions in Ketchikan for less than if you booked them through the cruise line. Our prices are typically lower and many of the tours are the same ones you'll find on the cruise ship (plus some you won't) - Tour local!Save $10.00/person
Book more than one tour with us and you'll save $10.00 per person for each additional tour. Pretty simple. And that applies for our sister companies in Skagway and Juneau too. Build your own multi-port package, saving money while selecting from the highest rated tours in each port!
Tours Unique to Ketchikan
+ -Picture it: Immense Yosemite-like granite domes towering literal thousands of feet into the sky from where they reach out of the water. Imagine eagles turning above you in search of prey, weaving along misty, vivid-green...
6 hours | $199.00 | More details...
+ -It’s tough to beat the Misty Fjords Cruise and Flightseeing tour for an awe-inspiring encounter with natural beauty! Misty Fjords is the destination for some of the most jaw-droppingly stunning tours in Ketchikan Alaska, and...
4 hours | $$349.00 | More details...
+ -Get your fill of action and adventure on the Backcountry Jeep and Canoe Safari. This Ketchikan tour puts you in the driver's seat for a 4x4 adventure through Tongass National Forest. Trusty guides lead the...
4 hours | $159.00 | More details...
+ -Head out of town, and get off the beaten path on the Orcas Cove Sea Kayaking adventure. A 20-minute boat ride takes you out of Ketchikan and to Orcas Cove, a serene wilderness location characterized...
4 hours | $169.00 | More details...
+ -Get behind the wheel of an off-road, electric buggy to explore the Ketchikan rainforest up close and personal. This isn't your standard sightseeing tour, as this experience puts you right into the thick of the...
3 hours | $189.00 | More details...
+ -You may have seen this tour topping the charts for things to do in Ketchikan and with good reason. The Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's tour was rated 'Ketchikan Tour of the Year' from 2008 -...
3 hours | $179.00 | More details...
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You're in control of your own Zodiac inflatable boat on this top-rated Ketchikan shore excursion. This isn't your average guided tour - although you will have a guide leading the way, you are in the...
2.5 hours | $169.00 | More details...
+ -Pair 2 of Ketchikan's signature attractions into one comprehensive tour with the Exclusive Flightseeing & Crab Feast Tour. Join a float plane tour for a bird's eye view of Ketchikan, and soar over Tongass Narrows...
3 hours | $224.00 | More details...
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If wildlife viewing is on your Alaskan bucket list, this Ketchikan shore excursion provides arguably the best opportunities for seeing and photographing everything from eagles to reindeer and even black bear! The Rainforest Wildlife Sanctuary...
2.75 hours | $89.00 | More details...
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You may know by now that Ketchikan is well-known for its flightseeing options out to Misty Fjords National Monument, and this is the classic float plane option that is one of our top-choices for things...
2 hours | $249.00 | More details...
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Offering every excursion at or below the price of the same tour offered through the cruise lines (sometimes 25% lower). If you find one cheaper through your cruise line, we'll match it.Easy Bookings
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Read through guest reviews to get an idea of what you can expect with each excursion. Give us a call - we're happy to share our experiences as well to help you find the right tour.- From the Travel Blog -
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