Private Excursions in Ketchikan: Customizable Tour by a Local Business
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44 Ratings
Ketchikan
Experience the best of Ketchikan with our customizable private excursions. Discover hidden gems, learn about the local history, and create unforgettable memories with our knowledgeable local guides.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Totem Bight State Historical Park - A brief, effortless stroll through the rainforest leads to the Clan House by the shore, surrounded by many totem poles, offering a deep dive into the indigenous culture.
  • Herring Cove - A chance to observe wildlife such as black bears in their natural environment, harbor seals hunting in the creek, salmon making their way upstream, and bald eagles ready to snatch their midday meal, assuming the animals are accommodating.
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
Additional Information

We are a homely, native enterprise offering exclusive, personal trips in Ketchikan, tailored according to your preferences. Our aim is to elevate your holiday journey in our hometown by presenting an exceptional and memorable escapade created especially for you! We are familiar with all the remarkable spots to take you to, and we are thrilled to share our past. Explore Ketchikan in ease with a local tour guide. You will appreciate the destinations we show you!

Location
The Rock
Front Street
Meet at the bronze statue in front of the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau (Berth 2).
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(44 Ratings)
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Msvegas38
May 28, 2024
The ultimate way to see Ketchikan! - We were a group of 7 consisting of all ages from 70s+, 50s, 40s, and under 10 and could not be more pleased with our tour. From the moment the tour was booked, Ketchikan Expeditions answered all my questions promptly and detailed. I had a phone number to call with any questions. When our ship docked at shore, I received a text confirming our pickup time and exact location (which was also provided previously). The tour bus was definitely comfortable and luxurious equipped with all captain's seats. Clark, our tour guide, was simply amazing! Such a breadth of knowledge of Ketchikan and Alaska in general and tailored our tour to the things we want to see and experience. Definitely the way to go for a small group and the cost is very competitive to the excursions the cruise line offers and it's a private tour with your own guide!!! Thank you, Clark, Timothy, Luree, and everyone at Ketchikan Expeditions!
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X3908pjjerryl
May 24, 2024
Great time with Ketchikan Expeditions! - We had such an incredible tour! Our guide Clarke was absolutely terrific and we went to so many scenic spots! I would recommend this company again!!
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668marshah
May 20, 2024
Best tour and guide - Was an awesome morning! Clark was so knowledgeable and nice. Will use them again. Very nice vans also. Made Ketchikan the best port on our trip.
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Y1759qcpaulm
May 8, 2024
Outstanding tour and guide - The tour was fantastic, and Clark was outstanding as a tour guide. It happened that my wife and I were the only people on the tour. There was plenty of water for us, and I'm not sure as to what another reviewer might have had. Clark took us to just about everything there was to see in Ketchikan, and north and south of town as well. He was very knowledgeable about the sites, and told us interesting stories. I highly recommend this company, and especially Clark.
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Kendall_k
May 4, 2024
Hidden gems of Ketchikan. - Chris was so kind. He was professional and made our group feel so special. We had a little trouble finding him but I do not blame him. He had a sign and called us! So helpful! He showed us so many places and had so many facts! He had water for us and the van was so comfortable and roomy. I learned so much and had a blast.
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Denise_m
Sep 17, 2023
Absolutely worth it - Chris was an amazing driver a guide. He knew all the great spots for wildlife. We had an amazing time
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H7970okdales
Sep 12, 2023
Ketchikan personal tour. - Clarke made the expedition awesome with his personal touch and knowledge of Ketchikan. He had an awesome, friendly personality, and is definitely a people person. Highly recommend this excursion, and if you’re lucky, you’ll get Clarke.
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Morganwy1784qv
Sep 11, 2023
Knowledgeable and Fun! - Chris did an incredible job! He is incredibly knowledgeable on all things Ketchikan and overall extremely nice to be around!!
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Howdy12345
Sep 1, 2023
Perfect Day! - I communicated by email with the team. We wanted to see bears, eagles, totem poles, the salmon ladder and salmon in the streams. I wanted to hunt for sea glass if there was a good beach for that. We also had a crepes place picked out for lunch. Chris was waiting for us steps away from the ship with a new tall van. Perfect for our small group of 3. It could have fit more people easily but was great for mobility issues. Off we went. He helped the ladies in and out of the van, watched as they came to curbs, ect. Chris was a wonderful conversationalist, telling us exactly what we would do and redo if we missed something. He had tons of stories to tell. We saw a mama and three cubs hunting salmon. Oh my gosh, what a thrill. We checked the salmon ladder out and a small stream in a park, while Chris explained the life cycle. I hunted for sea glass, while Chris kept others entertained and walked with them on the beach. Took us to the totem pole place and had a lot of history to share. He accommodated a change in plans when one wanted to go back to the ship and others wanted to shop. Perfect day!
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Deborahwb1490cd
Sep 11, 2023
private tour - great info, driver was passionate about town and history, totem pole tour was very informative. Loved the waterfall!
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