Ketchikan

15 Best Ketchikan Shore Excursions

The cruise-day classics: the amphibious duck through town and harbor, totem-and-lighthouse loops and all-in-one circuits sized to the ship’s clock. Ketchikan holds the world’s largest totem collection; the eagles supervise from the poles.

1.Ketchikan Duck Tour

Experience Ketchikan on a 90-minute amphibious tour, blending land and water views with entertaining guides, wildlife sightings, and stunning totem poles.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“The tour was great. They took great care of my elderly parents. I wish there was more information about transportation from Ward Cove. We didn't find out we needed to pay for transportation until it was too late. The free shuttle worked but was a…”

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2.Ketchikan All In One

Explore Ketchikan’s wildlife, native culture, and stunning scenery on this 2.5-hour guided tour, ideal for short port visits and nature lovers.

★ 4.0

“Our guide was absolutely wonderful. So full of knowledge and very sweet. We were able to see lots of things we probably wouldn’t have”

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3.Off the Beaten Path Ketchikan Photo Safari – 3 hr.

Discover Ketchikan’s best photo spots with a 3-hour guided tour that combines scenic views, cultural insights, and photography tips for all skill levels.

★ 5.0

“Excellent experience and you will learn some great tips for taking photos, even if you are only using a phone camera. I definitely recommend this tour. Our tour leader Angela was superb!”

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4.Lighthouse, Totems & Eagles Excursion (Ketchikan)

Explore southeast Alaska with this 3-hour boat tour from Ketchikan, featuring lighthouses, totems, eagle sightings, and stunning scenery.

★ 5.0

“Dylan very friendly and helpful. We saw lots of bald eagles. We were also able to see some harbor seals and a humpback whale while out. Very beautiful scenery to see on this excursion! Would definitely recommend.”

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5.3 Hour Rainforest Walk & Totem Park Wild Wolf Tours

Discover Alaska’s natural beauty and culture on a 3-hour rainforest walk and totem park tour in Ketchikan, led by passionate guides in small groups.

★ 5.0

“My husband and I had an unforgettable experience on the rainforest walk in Ketchikan, Alaska, and seeing the handcrafted totems was stunning. We strongly recommend the Viator company and our guide, Josh! He is kind, patient, and very knowledgeable.”

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6.2 Hour Alaska Rainforest Walk and Totem Park Small Group Tour

Discover Ketchikan’s lush rainforests and Native culture on this small-group Alaska tour featuring Tongass National Forest and Totem Park in just two hours.

★ 5.0

“Great information. Small groups, talks were able to be heard by all, the walk was not too difficult. The totems were fabulous and hearing the stories behind them was fantastic.”

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7.Totems, City & Wildlife by Cable Car Trolley

Experience Ketchikan on an open-air cable car trolley, visiting totem poles, wildlife viewing spots, and learning about local culture—an authentic Alaskan adventure.

★ 4.0

“Great tour! We saw lots of eagles and a black bear. The totem poles were interesting. The tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. The only issue is that it was difficult to hear the tour guide in the back of the trolley while we were…”

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8.Ketchikan: Totem Pole, Wildlife & City Trolley Tour

Discover Ketchikan's native culture, stunning totem poles, and local wildlife on an authentic trolley tour tailored for cruise travelers and history lovers alike.

★ 4.0

“The tour was terrific. Our tour guide was the most interesting and informative making this a memorable experience for my family. I recommend this tour for anyone with two thumbs up!”

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9.Ketchikan Rainforest Sanctuary and Totem Park

Explore Ketchikan’s lush rainforests, wildlife, and totem poles on a 2.75-hour guided tour. Perfect for nature lovers seeking authentic Alaskan experiences.

★ 4.5

“The tour guide was very informative and was quite interesting. I have never seen so many eagles so close in my life. The area is somewhat small and is not very wild though. It is like walking in a well-maintained arboretum or a small forest…”

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10.Private Ketchikan City Totems & Wildlife Van Tour

Explore Ketchikan’s native totems, wildlife, and scenic viewpoints on this private 3-hour guided van tour—perfect for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts.

★ 5.0

“Art is a warm and enthusiastic guide! He curtailed the day around what our group wanted to do, answered questions, gave space where needed, and was happy to show us his stomping grounds. It is clear he is known and loved in the community and…”

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13.Low Tide Excursion & Totem Bight Park

Discover Ketchikan’s unique low tide beach walk and totem park visit. Explore marine life, spot eagles and seals, and learn about Native culture for $85.

★ 5.0

“My kids and I really enjoyed this tour. Our guide, Clarke, was knowledgeable and friendly. We got to see waterfalls, comb the beach at low tide, see totem poles, and learn so much about the area. Clarke was flexible based on what the group wanted…”

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15.Ketchikan Photo Safari

Explore Ketchikan through a 3-hour photo tour that combines scenic views, local history, and expert photography tips—perfect for all skill levels.

★ 5.0

“This excursion was fantastic! We were able to go to Bight Totem Park and downtown Ketchican. The guides were very helpful in composition and settings!”

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Totem poles, salmon runs and rainforest straight off the dock.