Alaska Ocean Wilderness Expedition
Beskrivelse
Gå på et eventyr, mens du udforsker de dybe mystiske farvande i øspirerede søpassager på jagt efter dyreliv ombord på et robust Zodiac-ekspeditionsfartøj. Din erfarne kaptajn og ekspert-naturforsker vil bruge deres store lokale viden om området til at låse hemmelighederne bag dette biologisk rige økosystem op. Du vil føle havbrisen i dit ansigt og smage den salte havluft, når du skummer over bølgerne. Du vil forkæle din nysgerrighed, når du navigerer i smalle kanaler ved siden af klippekystlinjer, smaragdskovede øer og sorte sandstrande. Du vil blive en opdagelsesrejsende, en sejlads, en eventyrer.
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Rejseplan
Begynd dit eventyr ved at møde din Captain & Naturalist på vores gæstfrihedsplads beliggende på den historiske Thomas Street i centrum af Ketchikan, hvor du vil blive udstyret med regnudstyr (bibs & jakke), overstøvler, en tør taske til dine ting og en USCG godkendt redningsjakke. Ankomst 15 minutter før din planlagte tur. Vores beliggenhed på 124 Thomas St er omkring 10 - 15 minutters gang fra Berths 1 - 3 og en 20 minutters gang fra Berth 4 og Ward Cove shuttle drop off. For gæster, der ankommer til Ward Cove, har vi skibspecifikke instruktioner vedrørende transport. Alle ture afgår fra og tilbage til den nærliggende Thomas Basin Boat Harbor i centrum af Ketchikan. Når alle er udstyret i Alaskan mode, vil din kaptajn give en kort sikkerheds briefing, før du klatrer om bord på Zodiac skib og hovedet ud til havet!
Når du undslipper krydstogtskibet i centrum, vil du lære om Ketchikan's farverige historie og begynde din rejse ind i Tongass Narrows. Vores ture er målfrie af design, hvilket betyder, at vi vil udforske vandet omkring øen baseret på tidevande, vejr og dyrelivsaktivitet. Mens vi hyppigt vandet syd for Ketchikan, den manglende fastlagt destination giver os frihed til virkelig opleve magien i det sydøstlige Alaska.
I løbet af de 2,5 timer på vandet, vil du have mulighed for at se en række dyreliv og betagende landskaber alle fra en åben Zodiac, der giver dig mulighed for at opleve Alaska med alle dine sanser. Mens vi sejler langs de stenede kystlinjer, hold øje med Sitka Black-tailed Deer, River Otter eller Mink, da de fodrer på stranden, mens majestætiske Bald Eagles overvåger fra Tongass National Forest. Ved lavere tidevande, vil vi have mulighed for at tage et kig ind i den pulserende verden af intertidal zone og se skabninger som Sea Stars, Giant Green Anemones, Sea Urchins, og meget mere! Ved at fortsætte gennem de beskyttede farvande i Inside Passage vil vi søge efter marine pattedyr som Harbor Seals, Steller Sea Lions, Porpoise, Humpback Whales og Killer Whales (Orca), der kalder dette område hjem. Ud over marine pattedyr vil vi se efter flere arter af beboende og vandrende fugle, der nyder det næringsfyldte vand i vores region.
På vores tilbagevenden til byen, vil du have mulighed for at se den fungerende kystlinje i Ketchikan og lære mere om historien og kulturen i denne unikke ø samfund. Sydøst Alaska har et utroligt mangfoldigt økosystem. Selvom vi ikke kan garantere specifikke vildtmandsmøder, mener vi, at med vores besætningsmands erfaring og de stille og ubemærkede skibe, vi har valgt som udforskningsplatforme, er der en god chance for at opleve noget virkelig storslået. Hver tur er lidt anderledes, og man ved aldrig helt, hvad havet vil give. Lad os gå ud til havet!
Vi er lokale året rundt, så efter din tur skal du sørge for at bede besætningen om anbefalinger om andre aktiviteter, butikker, restauranter mv. Vi elsker, hvor vi bor, og vi vil gerne hjælpe dig med at få mest muligt ud af dit besøg i Ketchikan!
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Hvad er inkluderet
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Vigtig information
- Servicedyr er tilladt
- Der er adgang til offentlig transport i nærheden
- Anbefales ikke til rejsende med rygskader
- Velegnet til alle fitnessniveauer
Anmeldelser(191)
AMAZING experience, very knowledgeable guides, ethical practices, and a genuine care for the animals and environment they operate in. Would 100% recommend!
Excellent adventure in the water. We learned so much about the animals, plants and birds. I even ate kelp pulled off a rock!!! This is a small family owned business that will give you an excellent experience. Being close to the water in a zodiac is a great way to explore.
Wonderful crew. Customer service was phenomenal. Their team was very welcoming and helpful. The crew was knowledgeable and we learned a lot about the area. Thanks to Eric, Delany & Jenny!!
They are extremely knowledgeable about the area and super friendly! I highly recommend Eric and Jenny.
Highly recommend this excursion . Do yourself a favor and book this small group tour. Great day on the water, informative and fun !
First and foremost, I was very impressed with the precautions that were taken to keep all of us safe on the water! That was obviously of prime concern to the team. Second, our ship had to anchor, and so a van met us at the cruise dock and transported us to the shop. Not having to walk to the shop enabled us to get our full time on the water (and kept us dry) . The waterproof bibs and jacket were in great condition, and we were offered gloves and waterproof booties, so we stayed toasty warm and dry. The hot beverages and fruit bars that were provided were a nice welcome touch. And, despite (or maybe because of?) the drizzly weather Ketchikan is known for, it was a wonderful experience - we saw seals, eagles, even a humpback that showed us some tail. Thanks to all the team - the Science Mom (Jenny) and the boat pilot (I think his name is Eric?) And of course, Delaney. Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable, and they obviously have a great love for their town and their work! I highly recommend this excursion to anyone wanting an informative, and safe, time on the water.
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Ketchikan! The small-group Zodiac tour made the experience feel personal, exciting, and adventurous from start to finish. Our naturalist guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the local wildlife and ecosystem. The wildlife viewing was incredible. We were fortunate to see several marine animals and bald eagles in their natural habitat, and the guide did an excellent job spotting wildlife and sharing fascinating information along the way. The small-group setting ensured everyone had great views and plenty of opportunities to ask questions. If you're visiting Ketchikan and want an unforgettable wildlife adventure, I highly recommend this tour. It's the perfect combination of breathtaking scenery, wildlife encounters, and authentic Alaskan exploration.
We are so glad you guys enjoyed the small boat experience, it really is our favorite way to explore the area. Thanks again for joining us!
Eric and Delaney were such great guides and hosts. They clearly know there stuff and during the course of our trip we were able to see so many animals, including humpback whales. They taught us all about the animals and the landscape. Turkey spectacular outing and we will remember it our lifetime. I would recommend you spend some time on the water with this group.
Thank you for joining us!
This was a favorite experience of mine in Ketchikan! Erik and Delaney were wonderful hosts and have a wealth of knowledge about everything wild in Alaska! Before loading into the Zodiac they ensure everyone is comfortable in their gear to keep them dry and warm while on the water. After a quick, but informative safety speech we were on our way! I've done tours on larger boats, but there is something to be said for being at water level while taking in all Alaska has to offer. It offers a completly different perspective of the nature surrounding us. Some of my favorite sightings were the sea lions, sea stars, and of course the WHALES! I would do this trip again in a heartbeat! Thank you for the wonderful experience!
Thank you again for joining us, we are so glad you enjoyed your time on the water! We really got so lucky with the sunshine :) Come back and visit soon!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highlight of Our Alaska Trip What an incredible experience. Delaney and Eric have built something truly special, and you can feel the passion and care they put into every part of the tour. Jenny, our naturalist, was fantastic—friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and able to answer every question we had. We learned so much while spotting humpback whales, bald eagles, sea lions, seabirds, and other marine life. The small-group zodiac experience made it feel personal and immersive, and by the end it felt like we had spent the morning with friends. One of the highlights of our Alaska trip and a tour we’d book again in a heartbeat. 🐋🦅✨
Thank you! We are so glad your family enjoyed the time on the water and we appreciate you choosing to spend your morning with us :)
