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Alaska Native Cultural Emersion Adventure and Ketchikan Tour

Alaska Native Cultural Emersion Adventure and Ketchikan Tour

Overview

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.

City: Ketchikan

Sat 20 Dec

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Starting at $89.00

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Sat 20 Dec

Starting at $89.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Umbrella

Bottled Water and Granola Bar (upon request)

Binoculars

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Must be able to get in and out of a transit van with relative ease, a step stool is available

What To Expect

Salmon Ladder

See salmon make their way up Ketchikan Creek using the famous salmon ladder!

Totem Bight State Historical Park

Enter the park beneath the rain forest canopy, you’ll discover the incredible abundance of nature’s offerings—medicinal plants, edible berries, and traditional food sources—all identified and explained through the lens of Alaska Native knowledge. Learn about the significance of plants like Devil’s Club, Salal berries, Salmonberries, and Huckleberries, as well as the sustainable harvesting practices that continue to be honored today. just as Alaska Native people have for generations. Visitors often leave with a newfound appreciation for the deep relationship between culture, nature, and survival in this rugged and unspoiled environment. The Clan House is the central attraction at the park, offering an inside look at Alaska Native culture and history. The stunning structure, with its intricate carvings and vibrant artwork, is an example of living quarters that would have been shared by 30 to 50 family members of the same lineage, led by a house chief.

Herring Cove

This famous bear viewing area is the perfect place to spot black bears and eagles fishing for salmon. There are many mother bears that bring their cubs here as well so be on the lookout!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (205)

Fran_S

May 2023

We saw a pod of three killer whales swim pass right where we were standing. We could hear them breath. Our driver was excellent and very friendly and knowledgeable.

Response from Host

May 2023

Thank you for your kind words. This is a good time of year, since the whales are just arriving from their South Pacific calving ground. Kind Regards,

Melanie_L

May 2023

I am.VERY disappointed in this excursion. We saw no wildlife the driver it seemed just tk us on a tour. We saw both of his houses and we stopped where water was a few times but we saw absolutely nothing. This was our bucket list dream vacation. I wanted to see bears a moose or something. The ad this company posted md it look like wed see the wildlife there. I am disappointed that we spent so much money and all we hot was a drive around ketchican. I will mk sure to do my research before booking a wildlife trip w this company. It was a nice chunk of money to only have a driver around town

Response from Host

May 2023

I’m very sorry you were disappointed in my tour. I have no control of when or where wildlife will appear. That is why I made several different stops known for wildlife viewing. Our Viator listings says possible viewing of wildlife, Eagles, Bears and Whales. Thank you for your review.

tlung1962

May 2023

Go inside the totem pole museum is nice. Saw eagles catch fishes on the cove. They planned to bring us to more places, but times run short and we have to back to the ship. Glad can support a local tour company!

Response from Host

May 2023

Thank you for your kind words. It makes us so happy when we read a review like yours. We hope to see you again! Safe travels, Dan