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Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour
5.0(107)Sitka2h 30min
VIATOR5.0(54)TRIPADVISOR5.0(53)
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At a glance
Duration
2h 30min
Price from
$210 / person
Location
Sitka
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 107 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 16
Cancellation
See policy below
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Sea Piper Tours
Meeting point
Meet at Sea Piper Tours sign outside the visitor center (Harrigan Centennial Hall). Meeting time is at least 15 minutes prior to tour departure time. Passengers arriving at Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal will be required to get free tickets for the shuttle to town.
Description
I (Captain Matt) along with my crew member take our guests out for an incredible experience on the waters in and around Sitka Sound viewing the breathtaking scenery and enjoying diverse wildlife encounters! You may see many if not all of the following wildlife, Humpback whales, Sea Lions, Sea Otters, Harbor Seals, Ravens, Bald eagles, shearwaters, cormorants, 2 types of puffins, and many other sea birds too numerous to mention.
Bears are regularly viewed in the late summer early fall, and occasionally viewed in the spring.
As I have had a long career commercial fishing in Southeast Alaska, I give unique insight into the local fishing industry. Both my crew and I will also enlighten you on local history and life in Sitka.
To ensure your experience is genuine, my crew is always either one of my family, or a local hire that truly knows Sitka. We live it year round!!
Tour Options
Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour
Itinerary
Sitka
120 min
Cruise the waters of Beautiful Sitka Sound, and the outer coastline of Baranof Island viewing Sea Lions, Sea Otters, Harbor seals, Humpback Whales, possibly Orcas, Bald Eagles, and a vast variety of sea birds. Many times all in one tour.
What's included
Included
Experienced local resident captain
Bottled water
Heated cabin
Indoor and outdoor seating
Binoculars
Restroom on board
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour take?
Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour cost?
Prices start at $210 per person for this Sitka 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 Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet at Sea Piper Tours sign outside the visitor center (Harrigan Centennial Hall). Meeting time is at least 15 minutes prior to tour departure time. Passengers arriving at Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal will be required to get free tickets for the shuttle to town. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Experience Incredible Marine Wildlife Tour 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 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(107)
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Danielle_W
September 25, 2026
Extraordinary Tour - Best Sitka Option
Absolutely, hands down the best tour I’ve taken in Alaska over multiple trips. Captain Gary knew all the best places to see wildlife and made sure we were perfectly positioned in the water to see it all - and from super close. Sophia had so much information to share and she spoke with so much affection for her hometown - her appreciation and passion for this amazingly unique place on the planet shone through. We’ve taken tours all over the world and this one was one of the very best. If you’re in Sitka, you’ll not regret spending a few hours taking this tour.
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Thomas_B
September 23, 2026
Marine tour
This was a wonderful excursion. We viewed many whale, sea lions, sea otters and then some bear. The captain and crew shared good information and we enjoyed some warm drinks and snacks along the way.
Operator response
Thanks so much for joining us!
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Rand C
September 20, 2026
Great experience!
We had a group of 10 friends. Our previous tour operator had engine problems and suggested Sea Piper. Our guides were great and the boat was very clean. Operator had snacks and drinks onboard for us to help ourselves to. We spent 4 hours and saw bears, whales, sea otters, and seals. Greatest experience of our time in Alaska. We felt it was a great value and would definitely recommend them again.
Operator response
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it so much. We did too!
Matt
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Nyhna
September 19, 2026
Wonderful wildlife experience
What a wonderful experience. It was the highlight of my time in Alaska. We saw sea lions, sea otters, whales and a bear with its cub. Matt was very friendly and happy to help. The boat was comfortable and plenty of space to relax and take amazing photos.
I strongly recommend this tour.
Operator response
Thanks so much! We love showing our guests our wonderful home!
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N2523AKkimberlyn
September 9, 2026
Great trip
This was an awesome experience. Mike and Gaby were very knowledgeable and mapped out a wonderful adventure for us. Saw bears, whales, sea otters and sea lions in comfort. Great info re salmon industry. Great value.
Operator response
Thanks for joining us, we really enjoyed having you on our tour!
Matt
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Merrie_F
September 8, 2026
Wildlife
This was a great experience. Matt and his daughter were great. We saw a bear feeding salmon to two cubs, at least 10 humpback whales, sea otters, harbor seals and eagles.
Matt knew exactly where to go so we could see the wildlife and he was so knowledgeable
Operator response
Thanks so much for joining us! We enjoyed having you on our tour!
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F1179ESmanfredb
September 8, 2026
A great and unforgettable experience!
This was hands down one of the best trips we’ve ever taken. Matt and Gaby were absolute gems—so incredibly knowledgeable and just really fun, down-to-earth people. They showed us a ton of Alaskan wildlife and shared some awesome stories about the local fishing industry and the animals. We saw everything we were promised and then some! If you’re heading to Sitka, Alaska, you seriously have to book this tour. They even looked after us with snacks and warm drinks, and the boat was super spacious with a heated cabin to thaw out in whenever it got chilly.
Operator response
Thanks so much for coming out with us! We truly enjoyed our time with you on the tour!
Matt
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Z2476JSyvonnem
August 30, 2026
Marine Wildlife
Captain Matt and Sophia were amazing. We saw Sea Otters, Sea Lions, Seals, many whales, and a mama bear with her cubs. The ride was smooth, Matt & Sophia provided great commentary, and we could easily move around to get better views throughout. Excellent!
Operator response
Thanks so much!
Matt
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Diana_n
August 30, 2026
Excellent tour!
Had a wonderful time with Captain Matt, Sophia and the three other couples on our tour. We were lucky enough to see salmon, humpback whales, sea lions and otters. Sophia’s knowledge of the animals and Captain Matt’s excellent navigation made the trip one of our best experiences!
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Sandra_P
August 28, 2026
We had a great time on...
We had a great time on the Sea Piper tour with Matt and his assistant. They were both very knowledgeable about the area and the history. We would definitely book with them again.