Wilderness Zodiac Quest

Overview

Your adrenalin will be pumping when you captain a four- or six-passenger Zodiac, a rigid-hulled inflatable boat offering speed and agility. The adventure begins with a tour by van through historic downtown Ketchikan. Look out the windows as your scenic drive travels past totem poles, Saxman Native Village, and the beautiful coastline of the Tongass Narrows to the Beaver Falls Salmon Cannery. Upon arrival, breathe in the fresh air as you walk the mystical rainforest trail to the Zodiac. After a safety briefing, you’ll bundle up in rain gear, rubber boots and a life jacket, step inside the sturdy Zodiac and follow your guide out to the beautiful George Inlet Fjords. Soak up the pristine scenery, and marvel at the rich wildlife. After cruising for 90 minutes, you’ll return to the cannery for a complimentary flight of 49th state craft beers or sodas and a snack!

City: Ketchikan

Mon 23 Jun

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Starting at $255.00

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Mon 23 Jun

Starting at $255.00

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What's Included

Private transportation

Guests drive the boats and can switch off

Snacks

Flight of 49th state craft beers or sodas and a snack

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Ketchikan

Visit one of the last standing canneries in Ketchikan, Alaska located in George Inlet. This Historic Cannery was once owned and operated by Libby, McNeill and Libby Cannery Co.

Ketchikan

See the Amazing Mahoney Falls Glacial Cirque. Cirques are bowl-shaped, amphitheater-like depressions that glaciers carve into mountains and valley sidewalls at high elevations

Ketchikan

George Inlet waterway

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (187)

Jibster

Oct 2024

We booked this excursion through our Holland America cruise and are really glad we did. This was the best excursion. We are seasoned boaters, and at first, I thought this was going to be some slow-poke 3mph follow-the-leader event. Boy was I pleasantly surprised when Turkey opened it up and we all took off after him. Turkey spotted some wildlife and guided us all to the spot effortlessly. He was knowledgeable and clear in his directions. Would have been perfect with only 2 people in the Zodiac, but our boat-mates were awesome companions who also had a great deal of powerboat experience so it was easy to split the driving (except no one wanted to give up the helm). What a great day. My only regret is that we didn't have enough time on the water, but then... I never think I spend enough time on the water.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I’m thrilled to hear that you had such a great time on the excursion and that Turkey exceeded your expectations. We love surprising seasoned boaters like yourself and providing a truly adventurous and engaging experience. It's wonderful to know that your boat-mates made the outing even more enjoyable and that sharing the helm turned out to be part of the fun. I completely understand your desire for more time on the water—it's hard to leave such a beautiful place! We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon. Thank you for choosing us through your Holland America cruise, and for your kind words. Safe travels and happy boating!

Flyer44683770236

Oct 2024

On my 11 day Alaska cruise I booked an excursion each day in a port and this one was second best out of 9. It started out with some history (I am a big history buff) and there was all kinds of memorabilia about the salmon cannery. But the best part was we geared up with protective clothing and of course a vest. snakes including local juices and sodas were provided. Go with the Root Beer! We boarded pontoon boats. This all was done under the supervision of our guide who was the reason this was my second best excursion. He went by "Turkey" which I felt was very humble and good for a general laugh. He evaluated everyone's ability to pilot Ione if the boats. I was solo so he let me pilot his boat. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area we explored and took us to a spot we're he knew there was a magnificent bald eagle nesting, brought so small fish in a little cooler and got the eagle out by throwing these in the air and we got to see much more of this unbelievable creature. 🦅 It was just long enough but again we all owed Turkey for making a incredible day in a incredible atmosphere. Thank you Turkey!! 🦃

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that your excursion with us ranked among your top experiences during your Alaska cruise. It’s great to know that you appreciated the history and memorabilia about the salmon cannery—being a history buff, we're sure that made for an engaging start. We're delighted that Turkey made such a positive impact on your day. He has a wonderful way of combining humor and deep knowledge to create an unforgettable experience for our guests. How amazing that you were able to pilot his boat and witness a bald eagle up close! We love sharing those moments with our guests, and we're so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!

kellysI9732AE

Sep 2024

What an absolutely amazing experience this was to drive around the beautiful and serene area! Brandon our guide was fantastic and took us to see a bald eagle swoop down and catch a fish!! This area is breathtaking and I highly recommend this excursion to anyone looking for adventure!

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you for sharing your incredible experience! We're thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing time exploring the area and that Brandon made the adventure even more memorable. Watching a bald eagle swoop down and catch a fish must have been an unforgettable moment! We truly appreciate your recommendation and are so glad you enjoyed the breathtaking scenery. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!