Ketchikan 3-Hour Lighthouse, Totems & Eagles Boat Excursion
by Lighthouse Excursions
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This 3-hour boat excursion departs from Ward Cove in Ketchikan, where guests can see remnants of the largest pulp mill once operating in the United States. The vessel leaves the dock and travels into more remote waters while the guide explains the industries that shaped the region. The tour passes Totem Bight State Historical Park, providing views from the water of Alaska native clan houses and totem poles. The guide shares a legend about one of the poles and discusses local Alaska native cultures. Along the shoreline, guests see many local homes, some located on private islands, with commentary about life in this remote part of Alaska. The boat then approaches Guard Island Lighthouse, allowing guests to view its architecture and learn about its history, along with panoramic views of the surrounding seascape. Next, the vessel cruises along the coastline of Tongass National Forest, the largest temperate rainforest in the world, where dense stands of Sitka spruce, Western Hemlock, Red and Yellow Cedar, and Red Alder cover the islands. During the tour, guests have opportunities to observe bald eagles in their natural environment. Onboard restrooms are available. Tea, coffee, carbonated beverages, and snacks are included. Waterproof, fogproof Bushnell binoculars are provided for guest use throughout the excursion.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Ward Cove
The tour starts at Ward Cove, where the largest pulp mill in the United States once operated. Guests see remnants of the mill both at the dock and from the water. The guide explains the historical industries that supported Ketchikan as the boat departs toward more remote waters.
15 min
Totem Bight State Historical Park
From the boat, guests view Alaska native clan houses and totem poles at Totem Bight State Historical Park. The guide tells a legend related to one of the totem poles and discusses the local Alaska native cultures.
10 min
Ketchikan
Early in the journey, the boat passes many local homes along the shoreline, including some located on private islands. The guide describes what life is like living in this remote part of Alaska.
Guard Island Lighthouse
The boat approaches Guard Island Lighthouse, providing views of the lighthouse’s architecture and the surrounding seascape. The captain shares historical information about the lighthouse.
10 min
Tongass National Forest
The tour continues along the coastline of Tongass National Forest, the world’s largest temperate rainforest. Guests see dense forests of Sitka spruce, Western Hemlock, Red and Yellow Cedar, and Red Alder covering the islands.
Meeting point
GUESTS ARRIVING IN KETCHIKAN (BERTH 1, 2, 3, 4) or GUESTS STAYING LOCALLY Meet at the famous rain gauge at the north end of the Visitor Information Center on BERTH #2 (cruise pier) 15 minutes prior to departure time. Our representative will be holding a white sign that says "Lighthouse Excursions."
End point
GUESTS ARRIVING IN KETCHIKAN (BERTH 1, 2, 3, 4) or GUESTS STAYING LOCALLY Meet at the famous rain gauge at the north end of the Visitor Information Center on BERTH #2 (cruise pier) 15 minutes prior to departure time. Our representative will be holding a white sign that says "Lighthouse Excursions."
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Ketchikan 3-Hour Lighthouse, Totems & Eagles Boat Excursion
by Lighthouse Excursions
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$248Overview
This 3-hour boat excursion departs from Ward Cove in Ketchikan, where guests can see remnants of the largest pulp mill once operating in the United States. The vessel leaves the dock and travels into more remote waters while the guide explains the industries that shaped the region. The tour passes Totem Bight State Historical Park, providing views from the water of Alaska native clan houses and totem poles. The guide shares a legend about one of the poles and discusses local Alaska native cultures. Along the shoreline, guests see many local homes, some located on private islands, with commentary about life in this remote part of Alaska. The boat then approaches Guard Island Lighthouse, allowing guests to view its architecture and learn about its history, along with panoramic views of the surrounding seascape. Next, the vessel cruises along the coastline of Tongass National Forest, the largest temperate rainforest in the world, where dense stands of Sitka spruce, Western Hemlock, Red and Yellow Cedar, and Red Alder cover the islands. During the tour, guests have opportunities to observe bald eagles in their natural environment. Onboard restrooms are available. Tea, coffee, carbonated beverages, and snacks are included. Waterproof, fogproof Bushnell binoculars are provided for guest use throughout the excursion.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Ward Cove
The tour starts at Ward Cove, where the largest pulp mill in the United States once operated. Guests see remnants of the mill both at the dock and from the water. The guide explains the historical industries that supported Ketchikan as the boat departs toward more remote waters.
15 min
Totem Bight State Historical Park
From the boat, guests view Alaska native clan houses and totem poles at Totem Bight State Historical Park. The guide tells a legend related to one of the totem poles and discusses the local Alaska native cultures.
10 min
Ketchikan
Early in the journey, the boat passes many local homes along the shoreline, including some located on private islands. The guide describes what life is like living in this remote part of Alaska.
Guard Island Lighthouse
The boat approaches Guard Island Lighthouse, providing views of the lighthouse’s architecture and the surrounding seascape. The captain shares historical information about the lighthouse.
10 min
Tongass National Forest
The tour continues along the coastline of Tongass National Forest, the world’s largest temperate rainforest. Guests see dense forests of Sitka spruce, Western Hemlock, Red and Yellow Cedar, and Red Alder covering the islands.
Meeting point
GUESTS ARRIVING IN KETCHIKAN (BERTH 1, 2, 3, 4) or GUESTS STAYING LOCALLY Meet at the famous rain gauge at the north end of the Visitor Information Center on BERTH #2 (cruise pier) 15 minutes prior to departure time. Our representative will be holding a white sign that says "Lighthouse Excursions."
End point
GUESTS ARRIVING IN KETCHIKAN (BERTH 1, 2, 3, 4) or GUESTS STAYING LOCALLY Meet at the famous rain gauge at the north end of the Visitor Information Center on BERTH #2 (cruise pier) 15 minutes prior to departure time. Our representative will be holding a white sign that says "Lighthouse Excursions."
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.