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 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(215)
Both the guide and boat captain wee great. Super informative. Saw s o me beats, eagles, whales, and more.
Parker is a knowledgeable and friendly captain. He managed to show us a brown bear and her cub, six or seven whales and otters. Awesome time.
I had a great experience i was greeted by my driver Lance he was very friendly and kind. The weather was absolutely Beautiful in early August. Lance had a very clean and updated boat and his hospitality was top tier.
Sounds like a great tour! We're glad guests appreciate Captain Lance as much as we do 😄 Thank you for joining!
No sign or overhead walking board to meet guests. They Called my wife when I was sitting right there as requested waiting for them to announce the tour. At end of tour took five guests to another drop off point than noted in tour info. The other three guests including myself had to insist they honor our agreement.
The trip was very good. We covered a lot of area in a short amount of time. We saw bears, whales, otters and sea lions. The naturalist on board was very knowledgeable.
Thank you, Linda, for your kind review! It always amazes me how much we cover in just two hours, but it is always a wonderful time. We appreciate you choosing us as your adventure buddy🐻🐋🦦 🦭
The team did a great job! We seen bears, sea otters, whales , and sea lions. We had a fabulous time. Highly recommended.!!!!
We appreciate you joining, Eddie! What a successful trip! We're happy you had a good time 🐋🐻
The communication was great, and the guides were extremely knowledgeable. We saw whales, a bear and sea lions. The experience was really great!
Yay! Sounds like a successful tour 😎 Thank you for joining!
So many whales! Very knowledgeable captain. Extra touches put this trip over the top. Best day in Alaska.
The whales have been incredible this year, so happy you got to experience it! Thank you for exploring with us 🤠
Memorable and great educational experience, this was likely one of our favorite excursions of the cruise, highly recommended
Thank you, Jayson! We take pride in not only showing the best sights of Sitka, but also sharing all the cool facts about it 🤓. Being one of your top excursions is wonderful to hear! We appreciate you coming out with us!
Our whale and wildlife watching tour in Sitka was fabulous! We had great guides and animal sightings!
That's wonderful to hear! Glad it was a great tour 😃Thank you for joining!
