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Tours/Ketchikan/Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure

Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure

4.8(113)Ketchikan3h 30min
VIATOR4.7(56)TRIPADVISOR4.9(57)
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
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Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure

At a glance

Duration
3h 30min
Price from
$13 / person
Location
Ketchikan, United States
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 113 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 12
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Southeast Exposure Zipline & Kayaks

Description

Be the captain of your own Zodiac boat on this Alaskan wilderness adventure from Ketchikan! Follow your guide along gorgeous bays, past lush islands, and deep into inlets, keeping an eye out for wildlife such as whales, eagles and bears along the way. Stop by a beach for a warm snack and take home an Alaskan boatman certificate to commemorate your amazing experience. This small-group tour is limited to four people, ensuring you’ll received personalized attention from your guide.

Tour Options

Default
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Ketchikan
Pass by

Departure

Southeast Exposure Outdoor Adventure Center
180 min

Small-Group Zodiac Wilderness Adventure from Ketchikan

What's included

Included
Professional guide
Snacks and drinks
Zodiac Gear: skiff suit, dry bags, boots, socks, gloves and life jacket
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

We will meet you at the departure time downtown Ketchikan on dock 2 at The Rain gauge next to the bronze statue of people called "The Rock" or Ward Cove Dock (:15-:20 min after the original start time, in the back right corner of the ward cove building next to the garage doors and the restrooms, look for a representative holding the tour sign "Alaska Boatman Tour". Please keep your phone on

Traveller Ratings

4.8
113 reviews
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking. Maximum weight per person is 350 lbs (159 kg).
  • Boots, socks, gloves, skiff suit, waterproof bags and a life jacket are provided

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure take?

Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.

How much does Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure cost?

Prices start at $13 per person for this Ketchikan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. We will meet you at the departure time downtown Ketchikan on dock 2 at The Rain gauge next to the bronze statue of people called "The Rock" or Ward Cove Dock (:15-:20 min after the original start time, in the back right corner of the ward cove building next to the garage doors and the restrooms, look for a representative holding the tour sign "Alaska Boatman Tour". Please keep your phone on

What languages is Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(113)

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Infiniti_H
September 23, 2026
Very nice!! Highly...

Very nice!! Highly recommend! Not hard to do at all. Easy to drive. Alil bumpy at times but not bad. Had a blast!

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Scott_M
September 18, 2026
Great excursion

Great fun driving the RIB for the first time, we all really enjoyed the experience and the scenery was amazing, even got to see a whale.

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Tiffany_M
September 16, 2026
We had a great time with...

We had a great time with Rose on our boatman tour. We got to see some beautiful scenery, learn some fun facts about Ketchikan, and see some fish and jellyfish. We are traveling late in the season so wildlife was not as active as it is earlier in the season. It was fun driving the zodiac boat. Highly recommend this tour!

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juanmiguels253
September 7, 2026
We arrived at the beginning with medium expectations and the excursion went wonderfully

Excellent experience and a very capable guide

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Angela_S
September 6, 2026
Not Fun as Expected

No specific meeting place was given when they should say meet by the Visitor Center. Van driver Laura didn’t speak diuring the entire 40 minute drive each way when some information about Ketchikan and our excursion would have been appreciated. Being on the boats was pleasant at first but then guide Rose made us go way too fast for too long for no additional sights. It was uncomfortable in the cold wind and painful being slammed down when frequently hitting wake waves. I couldn’t wait for it to be over.

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meg_n
September 5, 2026
Super fun!

Rose was an awesome guide! We came across 2 whales, we went towards them, and she let us decide how long we stayed. The homemade cookies at the end were amazing.

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980lynng
September 2, 2026
Worth doing

Lovely time out in the ocean in our own rubber duck. Saw a few birds. But scenery was amazing and tour guide very informative and interesting. Would highly recommend Also the trip to their site was a lovely drive to see more of the town

B
Betty_H
August 26, 2026
Disappointing Experience

Unfortunately, this tour was not worth the money. Communication from the guide/company was very poor, and the start time was changed without our permission, which was frustrating from the beginning. Once the tour started, the driver locked the keys inside the van, and we had to wait for another vehicle to arrive. This took away valuable time from our already limited tour. Our guide was fairly knowledgeable, but the wildlife viewing was extremely disappointing. The only wildlife we were shown was a bald eagle and its massive nest. We understand that wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed, but given the cost of the tour, we expected much more effort and a better overall experience. Between the lack of communication, the unauthorized schedule change, the vehicle issue, and the limited wildlife viewing, we simply did not feel that this tour provided good value for the price. Unfortunately, we would not recommend this tour.

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Debra_P
August 24, 2026
Fabulous

Scenery was beautiful. Loved riding in the boat. Rose, our tour guide was very helpful and made the trip so much fun.

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mikegF4462IQ
August 17, 2026
Great tour.

Sara was a great tour guide. Lots of good local knowledge. The weather was a bit crappy, but Sara was able to lead us to some great sightseeing spots.

$13/ person
4.8(113)
Duration3h 30min
LanguagesEN
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