Small Group Boat Tour of Sitka

Overview

Local Veteran owned and operated. Join our Small Group Boat Tour of Sitka on a 2.5 hour voyage and explore the rugged coastline of the Tongass National Rain Forest. You can expect to see Sea Lions, Sea Otters, Bald Eagles, Various Sea and Coastal Shore Birds, and very good chances of seeing Gray Whales, Humpback Whales, to include the occasional Orca Whale. You will also have a chance of seeing Deer, Seals, and later in the summer (end of July - October) very good chances of viewing Brown Bears feeding on salmon. When time permits, I will take you to one of two different waterfalls where you may be able to witness salmon attempting to jump up the falls. At the conclusion of your tour, you will be dropped off at the departure point. The last tour of the day will be dropped off at the cruise ship terminal at the captains discretion.

City: Sitka

Thu 10 Apr

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Starting at $210.00

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Thu 10 Apr

Starting at $210.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

All U.S. Coast Guard required safety equipment.

Non-Alcoholic Beverages

English-Speaking Licensed Guide/ Driver

Use of Binoculars

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Sitka

From our meeting point I will walk you to the boat and embark on our tour to see what type of wildlife and sea life Sitka Sound has to offer. At the conclusion of our tour you will be dropped off at our departure location; however, the last tour of the day guests will have the option of being dropped off at the cruise ship terminal.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (16)

adrianmeach

Sep 2024

We booked several weeks in advance, we received an advice note stating weather was going to maybe cause concern, we replied immediately offering to tour earlier without response, at arriving at the stand at 11.30, there was no representatives although small sign stating 6 places at 12.00 , other stand holders and us tried repeatedly to contact the operator with no response, but we did hear a party of 5 leave a message asking for a tour, miraculously a trip became available at 12.45 with one space. The owner showed no loyalty to a prior booking he should have honored and dropped us without a touch of conscience, I recommend you steer well clear of this selfish one man band.

Response from Host

Sep 2024

I'm sorry you still feel bitter about my cancelling your tour. I gave you an advance update that your 2:30 tour may be cancelled due to a severe wind warning later in the afternoon making it to unsafe to conduct a small boat tour. Yes, the weather held out long enough to allow me to conduct two earlier tours which I definitely would have invited the two of you to join if I had room; however, I can only take 6 passenger and I only had 1 seat available. When I contacted you the morning of the planned tour, you did not offer to go on an earlier tour. As far as my advertisement sign goes, I'm a small one man business and am not always able to be present at my sign to update my tour times when I'm out conducting tours. You were advised the tour was going to be cancelled and given a full refund. Ultimately, the safety of my guest is at the forefront of my business, and I will not waiver.

D1568IAtylerj

Sep 2024

**10/10 Experience! Unforgettable Wildlife Tour in Sitka** We disembarked from our cruise ship without any plans and hopped on a shuttle bus to town. As soon as we arrived, we saw signs for various tours and decided to go with **Sitka Nautical Tours**. It was one of the best spontaneous decisions we made! The price was very reasonable, especially compared to the cruise ship options, and the small group size (only 3 people) made the tour feel intimate and personalized. Captain Brad was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the area. He shared so much information about the local wildlife and environment, making the experience even more engaging. His expertise really stood out, and his laid-back but professional attitude made the tour both relaxing and informative. The wildlife we encountered was nothing short of incredible. We saw everything from whales, otters, and seals to eagles and spawning salmon. But the highlight of the tour was witnessing a brown bear sow and her cub down by the river, feeding. We watched them for a good 15–20 minutes in absolute awe. This tour was the perfect way to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of Sitka, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic Alaskan adventure. Thanks again, Captain Brad, for an unforgettable experience!

Response from Host

Sep 2024

Thank you so much for the excellent review. I'm glad you guys enjoyed my tour, and I hope to see again in the future.

Robert_G

Sep 2024

Our captain, Brad, did a great job getting us around the waters to see all the wildlife and memorable views. Departure time and arrival time were prompt and we had plenty of time to get back to our ship. Great experience as I would highly recommend this excursion.

Response from Host

Sep 2024

Thank you Robert for the review and kind words. I hope to see you again in the future.