Description
Explore the wildlife-rich roads of Chichagof Island without stepping foot on a boat. This land-based tour takes you by vehicle through Hoonah and into the surrounding forest and coastline, where brown bears, bald eagles, Sitka black-tailed deer, and other Alaskan wildlife are regularly spotted from the road.
Chichagof Island has one of the highest densities of brown bears per square mile on the planet, and your local guide knows exactly where to look. You’ll stop at vantage points along streams, clearings, and shoreline stretches where bears forage, eagles perch, and deer browse the understory. Most viewing is done from or near the vehicle, making this an accessible option for guests of all ages and mobility levels.
Your guide provides narration throughout, explaining the island’s ecosystem, the behavior of its wildlife, and the relationship between the community of Hoonah and the natural world that surrounds it. This isn’t a scripted narration; the route adapts based on where animals are active that day.
At three hours, you get real time in the field without the physical demands of hiking or the motion of a boat. If you’re traveling with young children, guests with limited mobility, or anyone who prefers solid ground under their feet, this is the wildlife tour to choose in Hoonah.
Round-trip transportation from the Excursion Hub at Icy Strait Point is included. You’ll return with time to explore downtown Hoonah or head back to your ship. A great complement to a whale watching tour for guests who want both land and sea wildlife perspectives during their port stop.