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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

Thu 26 Dec

Other dates

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Starting at $87.00

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Thu 26 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)

JAMIE A

May 2021

We were so pleased to have had the opportunity to visit this rehabilitation center. I wish I remembered our guides name but she was very patient and informative she definitely knew her stuff every question was answered and the group appreciated her very much. So much good is happening at that center and I highly recommend Booking in advance because due to Covid 19 group size is very limited.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Hi Jamie, We are so happy you enjoyed your tour with us! Yvonne is a pretty amazing tour guide for sure! We hope you come back some day and enjoy Sitka again! Take care and stay safe!

LisaVM2

Oct 2019

I enjoyed seeing the 2 Bald Eagle “ambassadors” in large cages outside. These eagles are permanent residents and travel to schools to educate kids about the importance of these beautiful birds. What was really need was the large partially indoor flyway where a dozen injured eagles are being rehabilitated so they can be released into the wild.

mlclark49

Sep 2019

We visited Sitka on our Alaskan cruise and the weather was very wet and windy when we docked. Our guide, Becky, did an excellent job showing us the area and had great stories and information to share. The highlight was the Fortress of the Bears and the Raptor Center. Not to be missed on this tour. Would definitely recommend this premium tour. It would be great for families with children who want to see bears and raptors up close.

Response from Host

Sep 2019

We are so happy you enjoyed your tour with Becky! Thank you so much for the awesome review! Yes even in the rain Sitka is beautiful to come and visit. Our summer was beautiful with LOTS of sunny days which we really enjoyed but that last 2 weeks when ships came in was pretty wet for sure!Hope you come back soon someday!