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Photo Safari in Ketchikan, Alaska. Spend 3 hrs "off the tourist beaten path".

Photo Safari in Ketchikan, Alaska. Spend 3 hrs "off the tourist beaten path".

Overview

We help you take iconic photographs of several locations in the Ketchikan area, including historical, cultural and nature attractions. We offer advanced and basic photographic instruction for cell phone, poin'n'shoot & DSLR camera users. We conduct our tours over a set route of 7 or 8 different locations with each location offering unique photo opportunities AND teaching opportunities. Although a majority of my photography instruction is equally applicable to BOTH cell phones, point’n'shoots and DSLR cameras, some of my instruction is specific to DSLR users.

Photo techniques taught for BOTH DSLR & cell phone & point’n’shoots include: composition, subject identity, subject proximity, subject balance, exposure, cropping, angle of approach, light compensation, macro photography...

We look forward to serving you soon.

City: Ketchikan

Sun 17 Nov

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Starting at $134.03

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Sun 17 Nov

Starting at $134.03

Make a reservation

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What's Included

This is a great historic and cultural tour with or without a camera:)

Additional Info

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
Stipulate your desired TOUR DEPARTURE TIME and email for confirmation: [email protected]
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Hand sanitizer is provided at our gourmet cookie & coffee stop. We ask guests to follow the COVID protocols set by the cruise ship upon which they are traveling.

What To Expect

Creek Street

The Historic Red Light District where men and salmon go to spawn, now home to a variety of shops & attractions and abundant photo opportunities. Hear stories and information about local culture, history, economy & lifestyles as you travel from site to site.

Totem Heritage Center

This site has totems, native carvings, informative kiosks, ancient poles and the opportunity to hear the legend of Fog Woman. Hear stories and information about local culture, history, economy & lifestyles as you travel from site to site.

Ketchikan Rainbird Trail

We travel to the Rainbird area for a gorgeous panoramic views of the snow covered mountains surrounding our area. Learn a couple of photographic lessons here at this site, including a captivating cell phone trick. Enjoy a cool fresh bottle of water to drink along the way. Hear stories and information about local culture, history, economy & lifestyles as you travel from site to site.

Ward Cove

We stop in the Ward Cove area at the Green Bean Coffee Company and pick up gourmet coffee and cookies for everyone. Hear stories and information about local culture, history, economy & lifestyles as you travel from site to site.

Potlatch Totem Park

This site offers a variety of attractions including a totem carving building, a traditional Native Clan House, dugout canoe, a gift shop, antique cars and a Russian Museum. Hear stories and information about local culture, history, economy & lifestyles as you travel from site to site. Enjoy your fresh roasted coffee and gourmet cookie at this site.

Ketchikan

OCEAN PANORAMA SITE: Count ten islands from this site that also includes an Alaskan float plane dock and views of both The Cleaveland Peninsula Wilderness Area and Prince of Whales Island. Hear stories and information about local culture, history, economy & lifestyles as you travel from site to site.

Ketchikan

As you reenter the Port of Ketchikan you can be dropped off at your cruise ship OR at a shopping/dinning location of your choice. Hear stories and information about local culture, history, economy & lifestyles as you travel from site to site. AND please make any GRATUITY commensurate with the (hopefully) high level of service that you have received. All Ward Cove passengers can be returned to Ward cove OR be left at a shopping/dinning location of your choice.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (187)

kcc728

Jul 2022

We had a wonderful time on this excursion with Dale. He was a very knowledgeable guide and had many stories about Ketchikan. Although we didn't see much wildlife we did get to learn about the town of Ketchikan and its history. We saw a few bald eagles and some other birds but that was all of the wildlife. The places Dale took us he gave us pointers on how to photograph the area and how to get the best photo that we could get with our phones or cameras. It was also very nice that it was a small group tour because it allowed us to ask questions and have some one on one conversations. We had a total of 4 people in our group that day and it was great. If you are looking to learn about the history and see sites that are not the "tourist" spots then this tour is for you. If you are looking to view only wildlife then I suggest you take another tour.

Vacation60697378128

Jul 2022

This was an excellent shore excursion. I learnt all sorts of tips for my SLR camera and my partner learnt how to use her iPhone camera. We took shots of waterfalls, wildlife and scenery, all of which turned out much better than they would have done before we did this trip.

U3397KNdanielk

Jun 2022

This was a great idea and I was really looking forward to it. Maybe I expected to much. Julia was personable but was not the experienced local guide described in the brochure. We went to some nice places but in a fairly haphazard way. The only wildlife we saw were bald eagles. I would not recommend.

Response from Host

Jun 2022

Not only a GREAT idea, but a GREAT tour guide.....sorry that Julia's accent tipped you off that she did not grow up in Ketchikan but many honest guests have a very HIGH opinion of her talents and local knowledge. Here are some recent reviews: SOME of Julia’s Reviews ***** Leslie 4 contributions Great excursion Jun 2022 • Family This was a wonderful excursion. I would highly recommend this! Our guide, Julia was terrific and had great photography tips and suggestions. We saw some great sights and learned about the area. CornDogQueen 6 contributions Great tour, amazing sites This was my favorite shore excursion on an Alaskan cruise. Julie was a great guide. I got great photos from many scenic spots both in and out of the downtown area. Julie had good tips for taking photos and I got some great shots just with my cell phone. Highly recommend, especially for anyone looking to get unique and quality photos of the area! Adam L 1 contribution Incredible, must do! Jun 2022 • Couples Julia was incredible. She actually took the time to let us set up some pro shots unlike many other photography tours We’ve been on in other countries. Dennis T 1 contribution Greatest Jun 2022 • Family Got some great pictures, and great information, loved it. Julia was fantastic.. I would do it again.. El D 1 contribution All the best spots to capture Alaska Jun 2022 • Solo Julia was a great tour guide. She has excellent knowledge of cameras with awesome tips and tricks to capture interesting photos. Alaska is beautiful and she helps us capture it. Debbi G 1 contribution Culturally historic in a relaxed style Jun 2022 • Friends Loved the totem pole park, and the waterfall. Driving outside of the city area was nice. Julia was quite knowledgeable about native culture and history. I hope that these comments help you realize that Julia IS a great tour guide and that MISS Disappointing was having a bad day.