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Ketchikan Duck Tour

4.7(2,977)Ketchikan1h 30min
VIATOR4.5(203)TRIPADVISOR4.7(2,774)
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour
Ketchikan Duck Tour

At a glance

Duration
1h 30min
Price from
$79 / person
Location
Ketchikan, United States
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 2,977 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 49
Cancellation
See policy below
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Alaska Amphibious Tours llc
Meeting point
Meet on cruise ship docks 1-4. You must contact us at least 24 hours before your tour time for departure location.ALL Norwegian Cruise Line Passengers must contact us at least 24 hours in advance to arrange and pay the transportation fee from Ward Cove to Downtown Ketchikan.

Description

It's a Bus-and-a Boat and it quacks & floats! Only fun people are allowed on this 90 minute tour that takes you through the rustic streets of Ketchikan, then splashes into the harbor for spectacular views of Alaska’s First City. Be prepared for entertainment, trivia, and live narration that’s guaranteed to “quack you up”. Journey aboard this Coast Guard certified and inspected amphibian. The only Amphibious tour in Alaska.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
20 times a day, 6:30 AM–5:00 PM
Adult (ages 13+)
$79
Child (ages 3–12)
$47
Infant (ages 0–2)
$15

Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:38 PM in the coming weeks.

In demand: 6 of the next 6 departures are already sold out.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.

Tour Options

Departures

Itinerary

Revillagigedo Island, Orchard Lake
Pass by

Historic city and harbor tour

What's included

Included
Sightseeing boat cruise
Bus tour
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Restroom on board

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.7
2,977 reviews
5
2,447
4
338
3
100
2
51
1
41

How it compares in Ketchikan

  • The most-reviewed of 139 tours in Ketchikan
  • Starting price $79 is 37% below the typical $125 for tours of similar length in Ketchikan

Excurgo comparison of 139 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • If you are concerned about seasickness, please note that this tour stays in the calm, protected waters of the Inside Passage and does not go out into the open ocean; large waves and rough seas will not be encountered
  • Guests must be able to navigate a 9-step boarding ladder to enter the vessel. Each step is approx 6" high. Guests are seated during the entire tour
  • Wheelchairs, strollers and walkers are not taken on board the boat; instead they are taken at the bottom of the boarding ladder and taken to a dry, secure area during the tour and returned at the conclusion of the tour

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Ketchikan Duck Tour take?

Ketchikan Duck Tour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.

How much does Ketchikan Duck Tour cost?

Prices start at $79 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.

What days does Ketchikan Duck Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 20 departures a day between 6:30 AM and 5:00 PM.

How much does Ketchikan Duck Tour cost for children?

Children aged 3–12 pay from $47, adults from $79.

Does Ketchikan Duck Tour sell out?

It can: 6 of the next 6 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.

Can I cancel Ketchikan Duck Tour for free?

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Meet on cruise ship docks 1-4. You must contact us at least 24 hours before your tour time for departure location. ALL Norwegian Cruise Line Passengers must contact us at least 24 hours in advance to arrange and pay the transportation fee from Ward Cove to Downtown Ketchikan. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Ketchikan Duck 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 49 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Wheelchairs, strollers and walkers are not taken on board the boat; instead they are taken at the bottom of the boarding ladder and taken to a dry, secure area during the tour and returned at the conclusion of the tour

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchairs, strollers and walkers are not taken on board the boat; instead they are taken at the bottom of the boarding ladder and taken to a dry, secure area during the tour and returned at the conclusion of the tour

Reviews(2,977)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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longhrain
September 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Ok but can’t recommend.

Not a lot to see in Ketchikan on this tour but our guide Sierra was top notch despite her groaner jokes. Seats were very cramped for tall people.

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Katrina_S
September 25, 2026 · via Viator
This was an awesome...

This was an awesome experience! Great way to see the sights, learn some history, and get a huge dose of terribly awesome Dad Jokes! Abigail was our tour guide and Frank was the driver and they were fantastic, engaging and funny! Would absolutely recommend!

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Tiffany_B
September 24, 2026 · via Viator
great town tour

We are duck tour lovers so this is not our first and won’t be our last. We were fortunate enough to have a Ketchikan local Ellie to be our guide and she was very knowledgeable about the town’s history. The only thing I miss is no quackers till the end, I get it, the poor driver must go insane listening to that all day but that’s part of the experience for me.

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Jason_S
September 24, 2026 · via Viator
Fun time but bad meet directions

Nice tour of Ketchikan although there was some down time where the guide could’ve provided a lot more info about the city. Too much silence imo. She was very nice but wasn’t able to answer many questions. Biggest annoyance was meet location of 131 Front Street followed by meet at berth 1-4 which leaves about 1/2 mile of possible meet locations with hundreds of other cruise guests wandering around. Some official said we were in the right spot then 5 mins before tour time we got a phone call telling us where to go which left us the most front seat on the duck with obstructed views.

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Pioneer03258355027
September 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Greet time in Ketchikan

We had a fantastic time on the Duck Tour! It was a fun and entertaining way to see Ketchikan from both land and water. Sierra was an outstanding narrator—knowledgeable, funny, energetic, and engaging throughout the entire tour. She shared fascinating local history and kept everyone entertained from beginning to end. We highly recommend this tour, especially if you’re visiting Ketchikan on a cruise. Be sure to ask for Sierra—she made the experience truly memorable!

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KELLY_R
September 21, 2026 · via Viator
Viator gave us the wrong meetup location.

If you book through Viator, they give you the WRONG location!! They told us to meet at the Pier Ketchikan Cruise Pier, 131 Front St, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA. We went there and then were told to go to berth 4 which was a 20 minute walk! We barely got there in time and as a result got stuck in the back of the boat. FIx your damn instructions. The tour itself was fine but I'm giving 3 stars due to this problem. Viator and the tour operator need to fix this.

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Nicole_E
September 19, 2026 · via Viator
Everything is just ducky!

Super informative tour! We learned so much about the Ketchikan area and were able to see some wild life in the bay.

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shawnr720
September 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A wonderful ride with a great team!

First, Frank our Captain and our amazing tour guide Abigail “The Cheesehead” were both fantastic!! They made the experience so great. Seeing Ketchikan from the duck was also fun with a little sea and a little street making it come to life. Thank you to the entire Duck team for making our first stop in Alaska memorable.

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GeorgeGL59
September 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
An Excellent Overview of Ketchikan

Ketchikan Duck Tour was the perfect way to explore the town and its surroundings. It was very competitively priced when compared to other shore excursions offered by Celebrity. Ellie and Jonathan presented a great tour and provided many interesting factoids that only true locals could share.

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carolynannp
September 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A fun way to see main sights in town & shoreline

A fun way to see Ketichan town and shore line. Easy to book direct with operate, clear directions to find pickup point. Onboard guide gave a good commentary throughout which was both informative & entertaining. The driver/captain allowed time for us to see sealife by the shore that we came across. It was a good experience.

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