Hovercraft Eco Adventure and Wildlife Viewing Tour
Description
This thrilling and scenic ecological adventure is one of the most convenient tours Ketchikan Alaska has to offer; because it begins right at your cruise docks! Just steps away from your cruise ship, you’ll load up your unique hovercraft vessel for a tour of a secluded local beach. As you make your way along on your Hovercraft Eco Adventure and Wildlife Viewing Tour, your naturalist guide will share their knowledge of Ketchikan’s coastal ecosystem & the unique craft you are riding in. Then, they will teach you all about the 20-inch “air-cushion” below your vessel and explain what makes the hovercraft an eco-friendly alternative to other cruising options. It’s perfect for the conscious traveler looking to preserve the environment they are exploring. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife as you cruise along Revillagigedo’s rainforest coast to your scenic beach landing. Seals, porpoises, and eagles are known to make appearances!
When you reach the beach, your hovercraft will fly right onto the shore as a result of its “air-cushion”! This exciting transition is a thrill you won’t find on any other crafts or tours Ketchikan Alaska offers. After your hovercraft comes to a stop, get out, stretch your legs, and explore the stunning shoreline. From here, your Hovercraft Eco Adventure and Wildlife Viewing Tour takes you back out onto the water for more wildlife opportunities. Because of this, be sure to have your camera ready as your keen-eyed guide points out any animals along the way. Sightings could range from something as small as a starfish to as large as a humpback whale! To finish out the Hovercraft Eco Adventure and Wildlife Viewing Tour, you will again skirt the beautiful coastlines of Revillagigedo as you hover your way back to the cruise docks. Make sure to charge your cameras before this one, the up-close views, truly unique travel experience & abundant wildlife opportunities make this one of the tours Ketchikan Alaska offers that you won’t want to forget!
As a shorter excursion, this tour pairs well with others! Maybe take to the skies to see the Misty Fjords after your boat tour.
What's Included
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear and how should I prepare for this tour?
What if it rains? Do the trips get canceled?
How long is this excursion, and is transportation included?
The total duration of this activity is about 1.25 hours from start to finish. The meeting location will be just next to the Berth 3, which is conveniently situated near the downtown Ketchikan cruise ship dock. Folks who are docking at Ward Cove should plan on taking the shuttle downtown. Of course, you'll receive detailed meeting instructions and planning information in a confirmation email upon booking.
What if our cruise ship's schedule is canceled or delayed?
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Quick Facts
Itinerary • 1h 15min • 4 activities
Your guides will meet you downtown by the cruise docks at Berth 3 to take you over to the hovercraft & walk you through safety information before your tour sets off.
Your tour kicks-off with a short narrated ride to a scenic beach on one of the small islands surrounding Ketchikan's Island of Revillagigedo.
At the beach, you'll have time to comb the shore, walk around the area, and take pictures with your fellow guests, the guides, and the hovercraft you arrived on.
From here, your Blackbird Hovercraft will explore the area looking for wildlife and passing by more remote Islands. You'll learn about the 20-inch "air-cushion" that makes this tour eco-friendly and experience as it coasts, before returning to Berth 3.