Sitka Premier Whale Watching and Wildlife Tour
Description
We are excited to share that during the 2024 and 2025 seasons, whales were seen on 100% of our trips! Skip the crowded boats and join Sitka Expeditions for a truly unforgettable whale watching and wildlife experience aboard our comfortable 13 passenger enclosed vessel. Enjoy a more personal and relaxed trip while staying warm and dry, with air ride seating and a private bathroom on board. Designed for both cruise ship guests and independent travelers, our tours are guided by knowledgeable locals who know exactly where to find the action. Witness whales breaching, bears feeding along the shoreline, and sea otters drifting in their natural habitat. Whether it is your first time or a return visit, our trips are built to give you the best chance at incredible wildlife encounters without feeling rushed. Book your spot and experience the raw beauty of Sitka the way it is meant to be seen.
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Itinerary
Our lifetime experienced guide will pick you up at a designated meeting place wherever your port is. From there, you will embark on an unbelievable journey in an unforgettable place. We will explore around Sitka looking for Humpback Whales, Orcas (killer whales), Sea Otters, Coastal Brown Bears, Bald Eagles and so many more other coastal animals.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No land pickup available. We will meet you at 330 Harbor Drive (where the shuttle buses drop you off on the backside of the building.)
- No stress guaranteed for return time to the ship.
- This tour is weather dependent, if the captain deems the weather too bad you will be issued a full refund or a different tour
Reviews(159)
Parker was AMAZING! Stayed in contact with us throughout the scheduling, pick up, etc. He was super knowledgeable about the area ~ we saw many whales and sea lions. It was a wonderful experience - highly recommend to anyone visiting Sitka!
A delightful way to spend the day on the ocean looking for whales. Jack and Frank were friendly and knowledgeable.
Parker was a fabulous captain. He is native to Sitka and knew all of the best spots to take us to. We saw humpback whales (a lot), puffins, eagles, sea otters, and sea lions. The weather was perfect! Thank you!
Frank and Jac were professional, knowledgeable, helpful - a really great experience! We saw multiple humpback whales breaching, otters, and harbor seals. Jac even shared her photos!
Thanks Leslie!!
This tour was the highlight of our cruise! Parker was phenomenal and I couldn’t believe how many whales we saw. About 20 or so humpbacks and orcas. We saw so many eagles, otters and seals. We even heard a glimpse of sonar whale talking. The boat was so cool, small and intimate. It was a clear day in Sitka and even Parker said he’s never seen so much activity in one time. Parker was extremely knowledgeable and just a fantastic guide. True Alaskan native. Gunalchéesh!! Thank you so much for an experience of a lifetime with memories we will cherish always.
That is a charcuterie board type of trip! We love showing guests why Sitka is the best one stop shop for all wildlife! Thanks so much!!!
We had a great time! We saw humpback whales, sea otters, and seals. The naturalist was very knowledgeable and the captain made us feel very comfortable aboard the boat.
Thanks so much for the review!
We had a great day and saw whale breeches that were pretty much unheard of according to our Captain Parker. We watched one whale for at least 30 minutes doing breeches, waving its flippers and slapping his tail fin at us. Parker was nice enough to back up the boat when my husband asked she could get a better shot.
What a trip that was! Thanks so much!
Awesome way to see Sitka and all the wildlife! We saw whales, sea lions and otters! Fabulous day on the water and we were fortunate to have beautiful weather!
Thank you! We're so glad you had a great day on the water and got to see whales, sea lions, and otters. We hope to welcome you back to Sitka again soon!
Excellent excursion in a small boat with a very friendly and knowledgeable crew. We were literally surrounded by whales at one point. Highly recommend this excursion.
Thanks so much Jim!! We hope your whiplash from looking at all the whales around you heals quickly ;)
Great day! Our crew were experienced and knowledgeable! They worked hard to give us a better understanding of what we’re seeing and also to give us a variety of sightings…. Including whales! Super day!
Thanks so much Tracy! We hope to see you again soon!
