Ketchikan Wildlife Tour: Scenic Views and Local Insights

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Join our Ketchikan wildlife and whale watching tour. Enjoy indoor/outdoor seating, snacks, and a 90% sighting rate. Book your adventure today!

Duration:

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Points of Interest

Revillagigedo Island, Orchard Lake
Creek Street
Guard Island Lighthouse
Knudson Cove Marina
Herring Cove

What's Included

Binoculars and blankets available
Snacks provided

What's Not Included

Be sure to bring weather appropriate clothing! Layering is best.

Additional Information

We are family owned and operated as well as locally owned and operated. We are constantly in touch with tour operators to know exactly where the best places to see local wildlife. We do not GUARANTEE Whales or wildlife on our tours but, this is our hometown, we know our waters, you can feel confident traveling with us. Our vessel has indoor seating and…

Location

Ketchikan Visitors Bureau

Front Street

Please meet us inside the Visitors Center (131 Front street @Booth 15). Mandatory check in is 30 minutes prior to the tour start time. If you are coming in from Ward Cove ”Norwegian Cruise Line” you will need to take a free shuttle to town(about 20 min shuttle) then walk to the meeting point above.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Martine_h

Oct 1, 2024

go for it - we saw so many whales, and killer whales. The Captain was amazing and so invested. Cute too, i have a crush on him :)

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Kaitlynr225

Sep 27, 2024

Tour of Ketchikan, Alaska! - Ketchikan was lovely! The people at Eagle One Ent were very kind and our tour guide Debby made the gray day feel like it was all sunshine with her hilarious dad jokes and wonderful stories. Have fun in Maui, Debby!

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Patriciacw7909wt

Sep 25, 2024

Great experience and so many whales! - This trip was the best. Captain Jesse and Jess were excellent hosts. Jesse found the whales and we had incredible close-ups. Jess took great care of the group - snacks, background information, and managing the group for maximum viewing. This trip is awesome.

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Heathermcgowan

Sep 25, 2024

Best whale watch ever - Captain Jesse and Jess were amazing. I have been on many whale watches all over the world and this one was by far the best. Quick to get out to where the whales are (rare) and they knew how to spot and track them. We saw many humpback feedings.

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Benjamin_s

Sep 25, 2024

Great experience - Beautiful scenery. Knowledgeable and friendly crew. Safe, comfortable boat. The best part, we saw numerous whales and other wildlife!!!

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Climber18786038707

Sep 24, 2024

A Must Do ! - It was hard to decide which tour to take here in Ketchikan, but we are SO glad we took this one! Capt Jessie & Deckhand Evan could not have been more accommodating. They were knowledgeable, the boat is small but very comfortable, snacks were provided hot chocolate, tea, coffee, etc and best of all, we were finally able to see a WHALE! Capt Jessie follower her around for us; her name is Phoenix & it was awesome! We highly recommend this tour!

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Explorer10938990538

Sep 23, 2024

Whale Wachting - From the moment we stepped onto the boat, we knew this was going to be an adventure to remember. Captain Jesse, with his infectious energy and deep knowledge of the sea, guided us through the waters with ease. His passion for the ocean was clear in every word he spoke, bringing the marine world to life in ways we never expected. Alongside him, Brenna shared stories and insights. Our family was captivated from start to finish. The thrill of spotting these majestic creatures up close was unforgettable, but it was the thoughtful, fun, and expert way Captain Jesse and Brenna, presented it all that truly made the day special. They didn’t just show us whales; they helped us understand them and the Wildlife of Alaska. This was more than whale watching—it was an experience that left us with a deeper connection to the ocean and its wonders. Highly recommended for anyone seeking more than just a glimpse of whales but a journey into their incredible world.

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Leona_b

Sep 22, 2024

Would recommend - We ended up selecting this as a last minute excursion since our snorkeling excursion cancelled on us. It did not disappoint! We had Jesse/Jesse and they were great. We saw killer whales/orcas, seals and humpback whales. We did this in September for reference.

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Kelly_m

Sep 21, 2024

Awe inspiring moments - The search for the whales took some time, but the Captain and crew persisted, eventually leading us to observe six or seven of these magnificent creatures were spouting and breaching around us, providing an hour or more of photo opportunities.

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