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Premium Sitka Scenic Tour: Alaska Raptor Center, Fortress of the Bears,Totems!

Premium Sitka Scenic Tour: Alaska Raptor Center, Fortress of the Bears,Totems!

Overview

Visit the top three asked about sites in Sitka! Alaska Raptor Center, Fortress of the Bears, Sitka Historical National Park (Totem Park)

You can avoid the over crowded large bus tours some cruise ships offer in your new model (10 passenger) Nissan NV tour van!

Your guide is an actual Alaskan resident that loves where they live and love to share their stories of life in Sitka.

Your local guide is equipped with a wireless microphone so everyone can hear even while outside opening your door so you miss nothing!

The departure time for this 2.5 hour adventure is set to avoid the large crowds when ever possible and to give you a more private and fun tour.

There is plenty of time before your adventure for shopping downtown (10 minute walk) or take a Marine Wildlife Adventure to make Sitka your best stop on your entire cruise!

City: Sitka

Mon 23 Dec

Other dates

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Starting at $87.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $87.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Accommodation as per itinerary

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Standard seat size (17 inches) if you require more space, please book accordingly.
ALL tours start at Harrigan Centennial Hall 330 Harbor Drive Sitka Alaska 99835.
Please take the free down town shuttles to meet us for your tour! We will be at the drop off point with yellow trimmed signs and blue jackets.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
We will be complying with all Government and Cruise Ship Industry Covid-19 safety protocols recommended at the time of your travel. Your safety is always our highest priority!

What To Expect

Fortress of the Bear

Our most popular stop. Here you will have the opportunity to get within twenty-five feet of our distinctive Brown Bear in a naturalized setting. The three-quarter acre habitat, set against the National Forest, is the largest bear habitat in North America and is complete with covered viewing areas. Meet their experienced rescuers as they share their love and knowledge of this often feared, but yet revered creature of the forest. Learn the challenges they experience as they seek to rescue these incredible giants.

Alaska Raptor Center

Next you will start your private small group tour of this amazing raptor rehabilitation center. Located on a 17–acre campus bordering the Tongass National Forest and Indian River, its primary mission is the rehabilitation of sick and injured eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, and other birds of prey which are brought in from all over Alaska. The Center (the largest of its type in the state, and one of the largest in North America) receives between 100–200 birds a year, with many suffering from gunshot wounds and traffic accident-related trauma. The Center's goal is to introduce the birds back into the wild, once they are healed and retrained in "raptor life skills" (such as flying) in the enclosed, Bald Eagle Flight-Training Center. A few of the animals that could not be returned to nature have become permanent guests. You will see up to two dozen resident eagles, hawks, owls, and ravens, who assist in the Center’s secondary function, that of public education.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (116)

Gail_S

Oct 2022

Our 62 year old guide was born and raised in Sitka. She was so knowledgeable and fun! Absolutely fantastic tour!

jenstachnik

Sep 2022

From the cruise ship you take the free shuttles into town (allow 30 min) then meet this tour just outside the building where they drop you off. The vans hold ten people each and are very comfortable. We went to parking lot to see fish processing plants, a native school, and remnants of the old airport. Then we went to Fortress of the Bear which was awesome. It is a bear sanctuary for orphaned black and brown bears. You can get very close to them. Next we went to the raptor center and saw birds inside and outside. Last we went to the Historical Park and walked into the rainforest and saw salmon spawning.

862geraldg

Sep 2022

Our cruise was diverted to Sitka with closing of Skagway Port. We are seasoned cruisers and have learned to avoid booking excursions with the cruise lines as they are in general more expensive. This was our first cruise to Alaska and in spite of gong in early September we had beautiful weather the entire cruise, yes it rained a little but you should expect that in Alaska. In port there were may vendors as usual and we decided to go with Sitka Wildlife Tours run by Bruce and Rhonda. Their number is 1-907-738-1733. They were booked full but they said Bruce would take us and four other people in his Nissan Armada, since all the vans were full. Bruce has lived and worked in this area most of his life and is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Sitka. His is an excellent guide and took us to beautiful areas with very majestic views. He is quick to point out any eagles as they abound in this area. I would highly recommend you use their service when you arrive in Sitka.