Private Ketchikan City Totems & Wildlife Van Tour

Overview

Ketchikan, Alaska, is truly the beginning of the last frontier. Set at the southernmost entrance to Alaska’s famed Inside Passage, a network of waterways snakes through some of the most jaw-droppingly beautiful wilderness in the world. Ketchikan is best known for three things: feisty salmon, idyllic scenery, and an incredibly rich Alaska Native culture. We are Native Americans, proud of our culture, and can't wait to share it all with you. This tour is completely flexible and can be tailored to your group's interests. Some options include visiting totem parks, beaches, waterfalls, or going on a hike. While you explore, we will teach you about our Alaskan Native culture and traditions.

City: Ketchikan

Sat 12 Apr

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Starting at $525.00

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Sat 12 Apr

Starting at $525.00

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What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

pick up and drop off per your request.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
we can accommodate a small collapsible wheelchair

What To Expect

Totem Bight State Historical Park

Totem Bight State Historical Park sheltered in a lush, temperate rainforest rich in Native history and art, beaches with waterfront views, and indigenous plants and animals—it is the top pick for visitors and residents alike. you will also visit Potlatch Park next door (Totem Poles, Clan House, Carving Center, Antique Cars, Gun Museum, Shopping) 10 Miles North $5.00 park entrance not included

Herring Cove

Herring Cove where you have chance to see my fishing grounds, salmon swimming upstream, eagles are usually abundant and possibly black bears & Seals, (when in season) 8 Miles South

Ketchikan Rainbird Trail

offers great views of downtown Ketchikan, the Tongass Narrows, and the neighboring islands beyond.

Creek Street

Creek Street is a historic boardwalk perched on pilings along the banks of Ketchikan Creek in Ketchikan, Alaska. A former Red Light District where both men and salmon swam upstream to spawn. It is now a quaint place to tour Dolly’s House museum, view totem poles, shop at locally-owned stores and galleries, enjoy local art and culture. In the summer months salmon gather by the thousands to spawn upstream; seals and otters are never far away with eagles perched in the trees above.

Ketchikan

Ketchikan Creek served as a summer fish camp for Tlingit natives for untold years before the town was established by Mike Martin in 1885. He was sent to the area by an Oregon canning company to assess prospects. He established the saltery Clark & Martin and a general store with Nova Scotia native George Clark, who had been foreman at a cannery that burned down.[10] Ketchikan became known as "Alaska's first city" due to its strategic position at the southern tip of the Inside Passage, connecting the Gulf of Alaska to Puget Sound. In 1905 a mission house was built, which in 1909 became the Yates Memorial Hospital. In 2020, the National Trust for Historic Preservation named the former hospital as one of America's most endangered historic places.

Saxman Native Village

Saxman Native Village is known for their collection of Native American Totem Poles, the largest collection of standing Totem Poles in fact, but that's hardly the end of it! There is a gorgeous Clan House, Native Carving Shed, Gift Shop, a short walk through the rainforest, and active eagles next just across the street. Saxman is one of the top Ketchikan Totem Pole Parks and is a must-see during your visit!

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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 (50)

Rachel_W

Nov 2024

Had a great day exploring Ketchikan with Rick. He was very knowledgeable of the local area and culture. Highly recommend. Thanks Rick ☺️

E3156XQrichardw

Oct 2024

Art was an incredible tour guide. He is an Alaskan native. He knew where to take us to make our tour one of the most memorable we have been on. We saw a whale, an eagle, and a black bear. He did a great job narrating our tour. He was early and did not rush us to get back to our ship. If I ever go back to Ketchican I will be sure to use Art again.

Kay_K

Sep 2024

Thank you, Art, for a wonderful morning, giving us your special attention to the things we most wanted to see:: the search of bears, eagles & totems. We were successful on 2 of 3! And, especially for sharing your ancestry with us. It was mesmerizing. This was the most inspiring excursion we have had on our 9-day cruise.