Experience an authentic Ketchikan adventure crafted by expert local guides with years of industry experience and consistent five-star ratings. This flexible excursion is available as either a shared small-group experience or a private tour, bringing travelers closer to Alaska's rich culture and stunning great outdoors with a personal touch. Set out on an unforgettable journey to explore iconic boardwalks, historic totem sites, and lush rainforest landscapes tailored to your preferred group setting. Along the way, immerse yourself in local maritime history, keep watch for wild animals, and enjoy a captivating sightseeing experience designed to showcase the best of the region.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $900.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Creek Street in Ketchikan, Alaska, is one of the state's most unique and photographed historic districts. It is a historic wooden boardwalk built entirely on stilts and pilings over the rushing waters of Ketchikan Creek.
The Deer Mountain Fish Hatchery (frequently referred to historically as the Deer Mountain Tribal Hatchery and Eagle Center) is a long-standing aquaculture facility located in Ketchikan, Alaska. It sits in a beautiful, wooded area right next to Ketchikan Creek in City Park, a short walking distance from the famous Creek Street boardwalk.
Rotary Beach offers the perfect opportunity to explore changing coastlines and vibrant intertidal life depending on the tides. It's a prime location for shore-based whale watching, catching glimpses of passing marine life, and gathering unique cultural insights about the local waters.
One of the premier locations in the region for viewing classic Alaskan wildlife. Situated about 8.5 miles south of downtown Ketchikan (roughly a 15-to-20-minute drive), this area serves as a natural funnel for incredible seasonal activity.
Stories and explanations of American history in Alaska regarding Native people and villages, featuring totem pole highlights and a drive-through of the park.
Enjoy photo opportunities in Ketchikan's historic red-light district and shopping along the beautiful boardwalk village.
As the tour concludes, choose to be dropped off right back at your ship's dock, or remain on Creek Street to explore and enjoy the town at your own pace!
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Small-Group Ketchikan Sightseeing Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $450 per person for this Ketchikan experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $900. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 2:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Look for the 1949 rain gauge sign next the rock statue. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by 5 Star Tours.
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Teddy was a superior guide. He was personable and entertaining, and is basically Ketchikan’s goodwill ambassador. We really enjoyed his sense of humor and his commitment to his customers. He knew exactly where to go to see wildlife and the tour absolutely flew by. Highly recommend this gentleman to guide you in the unique town of Ketchikan.
This was such an amazing tour. Teddy is a great guide. He’s so enthusiastic and truly gets you excited about what a great place Ketchikan is. We saw salmon, seals, and a bear and went to the beach to see eagles and enjoy a snack. The totem poles were also a great stop. If you want to see a lot of wildlife, learn a lot of history and have a great time, this is your tour.
We got off the boat and I was already frustrated with the weather. I thought oh well this is going to be a waste of money due to the rain and cold. I know who expects rain and cold in Alaska lol, but we are from Florida and it was 95 when we left. We met the driver Teddy who was upbeat and energetic. I made a comment something along the lines of well this should be fun, referring to the rain. Teddy laughed and told us that it rains like 260 days a year in Ketchikan and that it was actually a rainforest. This peaked my interest as I love facts and information. For the next 2 hours ish we drove around Teddy was full of wonderful information about the city, how it started, wildlife, the purchase of Alaska, the totem poles and so much more. He tooks us to various locations that allowed us to see bears, the Salmon run, hatcheries, eagles and honestly it felt like it was led by a family friend instead of a tour guide. Teddy was a blast, so funny, knowledgeable, energetic and that spread to everyone, even this grumpy old guy. I had a absolute blast on this tour and my reluctance faded very quickly. I was amazed at how accommodating the locals are to the tour guide buses. Teddy said the whole town is based on tourism now, and it shows. When Teddy would pull over or stop to show us something, the locals never beeped or yelled, they waited patiently for us and everyone was so friendly. I can not recommend this tour guide enough, the experience for the money is an amazing value. We can not wait to go back again, this will be at the top of our list to experience again.
Thane was great. All the communication pre tour was very timely and helpful. The tour Israeli was also really good. He took the time to explain every single aspect of the places we visited. Went the extra mile to make sure we were able to see wildlife. He also provided historical facts about each place we visited. His tour also included a small but very delicious snack and hydration. Definitely worth the experience.
Teddy, the guide, was a lot of fun and very knowledgeable. He knew all of the best spots to see wildlife and WE DID!!! He took us to some amazing natural scenery and native areas. The tour was more than we expected. I would definitely use this tour company and guide again.
Zane was a wonderful easy going and extremely well informed guide. He went out of his way to find us when we couldn’t find the pickup location. He also worked hard so we could see a black bear. We actually saw 2 of them fishing for salmon. It was amazing as was the salmon ladder and totem pole park. He translated the poles for us which was very meaningful. Thanks Thane. The only improvement would be an easier place to meet. We got lost!
My family took a cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage this past July, and our first stop was Ketchikan. We decided not to book an excursion through the cruise ship and instead booked with 5 Star Tours—and it was absolutely the BEST decision! Our tour guide, Teddy, was amazing from start to finish. He stayed in touch with us for several days leading up to our stop to make sure everything went smoothly, and when we arrived in Ketchikan, he met our family right at the boat. The tour was fantastic! Teddy was not only incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the island, but he was also absolutely hilarious. He kept our whole family entertained and went above and beyond to make sure everyone in our crew had a wonderful time. We were honestly pretty sad when the tour ended, but we came away with memories that will last a lifetime. We loved our experience in Ketchikan so much that we’ve already decided to go back next year! If you’re ever in Ketchikan, do yourself a favor and book with 5 Star Tours—and definitely ask for Teddy! You will not be disappointed. We can’t wait to see you again next year, Teddy! ❤️🏔️🛳️
kind words appreciated!! You guys were great and i will look foward to touring with your family again in the future. Thanks 5 Star Tours
Thane was amazing as a guide. We were able to see bears, beautiful birds, waterfalls and historic sites.
Thanks for the kind review and i hope to see u guys again in the future for more touring!! 5 Star Tours
Teddy was super knowledgeable and friendly. We will be recommending everyone to come spend some time on this tour!
Teddy is AWESOME! What a great tour guide! He was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining! He took us to see multiple waterfalls, bald, eagles, and even a bear! Highly recommend touring with Teddy!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small-Group Ketchikan Sightseeing Tour | 2h 30min | 5.0 (12) | $450 | |
 Ketchikans Best Wildlife, Sightseeing and Whale Watching Quest | 2h 30min | 4.8 (1,045) | $190 | View |
 Alaska Wildlife Safari and Sightseeing Tour | 2h 30min | 4.2 (426) | $137 | View |
 Ketchikan Duck Tour | 1h 30min | 4.7 (2,977) | $79 | View |
 Ketchikan All In One | 2h 30min | 4.2 (1,204) | $94 | View |
 Off the Beaten Path Ketchikan Photo Safari - 3 hr. | 3 hours | 4.9 (1,074) | $134 | View |
 Ketchikan Kayak Eco-Tour | 4 hours | 4.9 (984) | $100 | View |