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Clan House Tours: Native Cultural and Scenic Shore Excursion
4.6
200 Ratings
Ketchikan
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural history of Ketchikan with our Haida Alaskan Native owned tours. Explore totem poles, spot wildlife, and learn about the traditions of the Haida & Tlingit people.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Salmon Ladder - Watch salmon navigate their way up Ketchikan Creek using the renowned salmon ladder!
- Tongass Car Rental - The eagle’s nest behind this pull-off is ideal for observing young eagles and other wildlife.
- North Tongass Highway - Rainbow Falls, a stunning waterfall, is tucked away just off the North Tongass Highway, where you can also find medicinal plants.
- Herring Cove - This well-known bear viewing spot is perfect for seeing black bears and eagles fishing for salmon. Many mother bears bring their cubs here, so keep an eye out!
- Totem Heritage Center - The Totem Heritage Center houses intriguing artifacts that trace the origins and history of totem poles and other carvings. Inside, you’ll discover old carvings, ancient artwork, woven baskets and hats, and even a traditional canoe on display. This is definitely a save-the-best-for-last attraction we think you’ll enjoy.
What's Included
- Umbrella
- Bottled water
- Binoculars
Additional Information
Broaden your horizons with Clan House Tours: We are an Alaskan Native (Haida) owned and operated guide service in beautiful Ketchikan, Alaska, specializing in small VIP tours that will enhance your knowledge about the rich culture and history of the Haida & Tlingit people. You can’t experience Ketchikan without spotting some wildlife, so we have 3 stops just for possible sightings of bears, salmon, and eagles. You will also learn all about the history behind the iconic totem poles of Alaska as we explore the Totem Heritage Center and hear legendary stories that have been passed down for generations. All our vans are equipped with microphones so everyone can enjoy the great narration of everything Ketchikan and Haida. We will also show you what medicinal plants and berries are edible as we travel through the Rainforest in our comfy van. Traveling with us means no questions are left unanswered and that you leave Ketchikan satisfied with your cultural experience.
- Must be able to get in and out of a transit van with relative ease, a step stool is available
Location
131 Front St
Front Street
Departure Point: A representative will be at the Ketchikan Rain Gauge, located outside of the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau, on BERTH 2 of the cruise ship dock, holding a sign that says "Clan House Tours."
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(200 Ratings)
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J8987cxanthonyr
Sep 5, 2024
A fabulous tour - We were so lucky to have Dan as our guide. His knowledge of the history and sights in this area was great. He shared his family Haida stories with us and took us to some wonderful places. We met on time at the pierside and he dropped us off in town at our request. All in all a great experience. Thank you.
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Christie_n
Sep 5, 2024
Clan Love - Rebecca gave us a one-of-a-kind experience of Ketchikan through an Indigenous lens. Her love for the land was deeply personal and familial and she shared that passion and joy with us. Highly recommend.
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Brandi_w
Sep 2, 2024
Informative - Becca was very knowledgeable and we learned so much about the different klans in the area and their stories. I loved the tour.
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Tracig311
Sep 2, 2024
Wonderful tour!! - Our family really enjoyed this tour! Our guide was a native of the area and gave us so much information! My #1 goal for this trip was to see a bear, and it was our first stop and as luck would have it, we saw 2! I will upload my photos later. Thanks so much for being so accommodating. Highly recommend!
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Heather_h
Aug 28, 2024
Good way to see the town and learn about the Haida history! - Had a fun time on this tour! Saw Eagles, salmon, and the famous banned cat! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and a real down to earth guy! I really enjoyed the museum and learning about the Haida people! Would definitely recommend this tour!
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255malcolmg
Aug 26, 2024
Great tour combining scenery wildlife and culture - Great tour combining stunning scenery and wildlife with an insight into Native American culture. Rebecca our guide had great local knowledge. Took us to the best spots and managed to see bears swimming. Highly recommended.
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Xinranw2017
Aug 26, 2024
Unique experience with a great guide! - We really enjoyed our tour with Marcella! Enjoyed seeing all the wildlife but also really enjoyed all of our guide's commentary. She has so much personal knowledge about the area and it was so interesting and educational to hear about the area from her perspective.
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Daniel_s
Sep 3, 2024
Not worthwhile. - Overpriced. We rode a van to a stream outside of town presumably to see bears which apparently rarely show. Then we rode down the street to see an unremarkable waterfall. Finally ended up at the Totem Heritage Center. Save your $ and take a taxi to the Totem Heritage Center and skip the rest.
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Katie_h
Aug 31, 2024
Need a better guide - This tour would have been much better if our guide was even a little interested in what he was doing. He showed up without a sign and was walking around with his dog looking for people from our tour. Some waited 30 minutes for him because he didn’t have a sign and couldn’t find him. He dumped us off at the creek to look for bears and just leaned against a van the whole time. I got most of my info from the other tour guides that were there. They were at least interested/interesting.
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Timothyreview
Sep 6, 2024
WORST EXCURSION EVER - We started of with a late pickup and drove to the famous salmon ladder. The tour guide was mumbling words and we couldn’t hear him. We saw nothing. No bears no wildlife everything else was just driving on the outskirts of Ketchikan. If I could I would give it a zero. Don’t go.
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