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Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest

4.8(811 reviews)
2h 30m
From $178
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Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest
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About This Tour

Your adventure begins as we cruise through the Tongass Narrows, where your guide provides live narration about Ketchikan’s rich history, culture, and bustling shoreline. From there, we head into prime wildlife viewing areas where the wild side of Alaska comes alive. Keep watch for humpback whales surfacing and diving, bald eagles soaring overhead, harbor seals lounging along the rocks, and a wide variety of seabirds that thrive in the rich waters of Southeast Alaska. Every trip is unique—no two tours are ever the same! We operate two vessels: the Eagle One (22 passengers max) and the Eagle One Express (44 passengers max). The boat used for your tour is determined by group size and daily minimums to ensure the best experience for everyone. Our tours regularly encounter marine life, and we’re proud to have about a 90% success rate for humpback whale sightings—a number we work hard to maintain! That said, wildlife is always on its own schedule, and sightings cannot be guaranteed.

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Humpbacks Bubble Feeding

Humpbacks Bubble Feeding

Our Fleet - Eagle One Express & Eagle One

Our Fleet - Eagle One Express & Eagle One

Bald Eagle Soaring

Bald Eagle Soaring

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Company Logo

Killer Whale (Orca)

Killer Whale (Orca)

Humpback Tail (Fluke)

Humpback Tail (Fluke)

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Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest

This 2.5-hour boat tour offers a chance to see local wildlife and scenic views. Guests can expect a relaxed pace suitable for those who prefer calm waters. Snacks, coffee, tea, and bottled water are provided.

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What's Included

Included in your trip are a variety of chips and pastries, coffee, tea, bottled water, flavored sparkling water.
We have Binoculars and blankets for you if needed.

What's Not Included

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

Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting Point

Check in 30 mins before your tour at Booth #16, Berth 2 Visitors Center (131 Front St). Ward Cove ship arrivals: plan to be on a shuttle to downtown Ketchikan 1 hour early to ensure timely check-in.

Special Instructions

Please plan to check in 30 minutes before your tour starts. If your cruise ship docks downtown (Berths 1–4), you’re in luck, we’re just a short walk away! Meeting Point: Berth 2 Visitors Center, 131 Front Street. From Berth 2, it’s about a 1-minute walk from your ship’s gangway. From Berths 1, 3, or 4, it’s an easy 8–12 minute walk, depending on your pace. If your ship docks at Ward Cove, you’ll need to take the free shuttle provided by your cruise line. Allow at least one hour before your tour starts. The shuttle ride takes 20–30 minutes and will drop you off at Berth 4 downtown. From there, it’s an 8–12 minute walk to our meeting location at the Berth 2 Visitors Center. We can’t wait to welcome you aboard for an unforgettable Ketchikan adventure!

Cancellation Policy

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

✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather

Tour Operator

Eagle One Enterprises, LLC

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Guest Ratings

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Based on 811 verified reviews

4.8

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Dest ID: 942 (Ketchikan)
Slug: ketchikan