Canoeing is a super fun way to explore Ketchikan. It’s communal and peaceful - plus you’ll get to breathe in the freshest Alaskan air while you get your daily dose of exercise. Being around the wide open spaces of ‘The 49th State’ is rewarding in itself, but add to that the opportunity to see loads of wildlife and it becomes a prospect that’s hard to turn down. If all this sounds appealing, then consider joining a Ketchikan canoe tour. 

The budget-friendly Rainforest Canoe Adventure & Nature Trail tour begins with pick-up from the cruise dock and a scenic coach ride out to the gorgeous Lake Harriet Hunt. Step aboard a traditional canoe, built just as the Tlingit populations have done for many generations. Paddle gently across the mirror-smooth lake, taking in beautiful views toward the temperate rainforest that covers the surrounding hills. You’ll probably need refueling after all that paddling, so chow down on an Alaskan feast of clam chowder, smoked salmon, and tasty bread with wild berry jam. You’ll then experience a nature hike with an experienced guide who will share fascinating details of the plants and animals that call the Tongass National Forest home. 

Don’t worry if you haven’t paddled before - our Ketchikan canoe tour is suitable for beginners and experts alike. So come along, have fun, and return to your ship armed with amazing memories of this scenic slice of Alaska!