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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

Tue 24 Dec

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $87.00

Make a reservation

Tue 24 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)

RandS1999

Jul 2019

We had a group of 10 book this as a cruise excursion at our Sitka port stop. We all (ages 15-72) really enjoyed it. Unfortunately, I don't recall our guides name, but she was friendly and informative. The Fortress of the Bears was probably our favorite stop. Seeing these bears up close was amazing, with bald eagles soaring overhead as a bonus. The Raptor center was also great. The tour guide arranges for a personal raptor center tour guide to walk you through the facility explaining each of the birds, and what they do there at the center. Overall a great tour and highly recommended!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

I'm glad you had fun on your tour! We love sharing our knowledge and our island! Please come back some day.

mrw123456

Jun 2019

This was a great tour for our family of 6. Got to see all the highlights of Sitka and so informational and was very fun for the children. Our tour guide, Lindsay, was absolutely amazing! She was so good with the kids, and as a lifelong resident of Sitka, she knew everything about Sitka and she kept the kids very engaged and interested. Lindsay was an absolutely incredible tour guide!!! I highly recommend requesting Lindsay as your tour guide. Lindsay was such a great tour guide and she made the day a ton of fun for our children.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

We are so happy you enjoyed Lindsay as your guide! All our guides are local and fun! Thank you for leaving us a great review !

Sharon T

Jun 2019

Our guide was the personable and passionate Maria. We were captivated by the beauty and history of Sitka. Easy to book on line. Location for pick up is very good. The tour of the Totem poles was mystical. Maria shared many humorous and factual information about the plants and the spawning of the salmon. My favorite spot was the bridge over the stream. Kudos to all of these facilities who strive to preserve wildlife for future generations. My chosen word would be "love." The love that was shown for these locations and animals is amazing with total respect. Timing was. perfect and never felt rushed. Small group of ten (10) really made it special and a more one on one experience. Finally, how very nice to hear an employee express kind thoughts and gratitude about owners, Rhonda and Bruce. The conditions of the vans verify that you value your business. Thank you, Maria, for a precious highlight of our cruise to Alaska. Worth the price.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Thank you Sharon for your wonderful review! It brings tears to our eyes to see how all our hard work helped make your day in Sitka a "precious highlight" on your Alaska cruise. Maria is a bright shining star in Sitka tourism and a amazing part of our family of top local guides! We are so blessed! I'm so glad the blessing spilled over to you!