Description
Discover the essence of Alaska's inaugural capital city with the guidance of a local expert! Embark on your Simply Amazing Sitka Tour starting from the Harrigan Centennial Hall, where you'll board a spacious passenger van. Venturing south along Sitka's scenic roadways, keep an eye out for majestic bald eagles soaring above and Sitka Black Tail deer grazing amidst the lush foliage. As you continue around the edge of Silver Bay, encircled by towering peaks, be on the lookout for sightings of Humpback and Minke whales (during certain times of the year), and stop for opportunities for memorable photographs!
Continuing our exploration on the Simply Amazing Sitka Tour, our next stop brings us to The Fortress of the Bear, a compassionate haven for Alaskan bears in need. Here, you'll experience close-up views and connect with our resident Alaskan Coastal Brown Bears and Black Bears, gaining insights into their lives and the conservation efforts supporting them.
Next, we venture to The Alaskan Raptor Center, a sanctuary dedicated to the rehabilitation of birds of prey. Marvel at the state-of-the-art flight room and encounter a variety of rescued eagles, owls, and other majestic raptors native to Southeast Alaska.
Concluding our excursion, we arrive at Sitka National Historical Park, a sanctuary of temperate rainforest rich in cultural heritage. Traverse the park's meandering trails, adorned with historic totem poles, and learn about the clash between the Sheetka Kwan Kiksadi Clan and Russian American troops in the 19th century. Guests can opt for a leisurely stroll through the park or immerse themselves in the park's cultural center, featuring knowledgeable interpreters and captivating exhibits showcasing traditional Alaskan techniques such as carving, fur work, beading, and metalworking.
The Simply Amazing Sitka Tour offers the best of Sitka and will leave you with unforgettable memories!
What's Included
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is this excursion, and is transportation included?
The total duration of this activity is 2.5 hours and transportation is provided from Harrigan Centennial Hall in downton Sitka.
What should I wear and how to prepare for this tour?
Layered clothing, comfortable shoes and a warm hat. Sun glasses, camera, binoculars, gloves, and rain gear are suggested.
Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
This tour is not wheelchair or motorized scooter accessible.
What if it rains? Do the trips get canceled?
Southeast Alaska is known for rain, and we would never do anything if we stopped for the rain. Please do not let the possibility of rain deter you from booking. Southeast Alaska is at its most beautiful on misty rainy days.
What if our ship is delayed or doesn't make it into port? Refund?
It's very rare that a ship is delayed into port, but in those cases, we will try our best to work with you to reschedule the tour to a later time. If that is not a possibility or your ship doesn't make it into port, we will refund you.
Know Before You Book
Quick Facts
Itinerary • 2h 30min • 5 activities
Meet your guides at Harrigan Centennial Hall in downtown Sitka and board your comfortable passenger van.
Visit this non-profit rescue facility home to seven Alaskan bears. Here we'll get up close and personal with our four rescued beautiful Alaskan Coastal Brown Bears and three Black Bears--the only black bears on Baranof Island.
This rehabilitation center for birds of prey has a state of the art flight room and is home to multiple rescued eagles, owls and other birds of prey found in Southeast Alaska.
This protected area of temperate rain forest stretches offers multiple, easily accessible trail loops along Indian river and the Eastern Channel waters. Totem poles punctuate these trails and a totem carver works onsite.
You guide will return you to Harrigan Centennial Hall where you can easily set off to explore downtown Sitka before returning to your cruise ship.