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Ketchikan Bear Viewing Floatplane Tour

Experience a thrilling floatplane tour in Ketchikan, Alaska, with bear viewing at Traitors Cove. Enjoy breathtaking views and expert narration on this unforgettable adventure.

Ketchikan
4 hrs 15 min
4.45Rating:
1 provider liveLast updated: April 26, 2026

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4.72
40 reviews

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear layered clothing and comfortable walking shoes
  • All passengers must provide a contact phone number when booking
  • Passengers traveling via cruise ship must provide their cruise ship name

Embark on a thrilling Ketchikan Bear Viewing Floatplane Tour, where you'll soar above the breathtaking Alaskan wilderness. Operated by the experienced Island Wings Air Service, this tour offers a unique opportunity to observe bears in their natural habitat at the Traitors Cove Bear Viewing Observatory. With guaranteed window seats and interactive narration from your pilot, you'll enjoy unparalleled views of the majestic landscapes. The tour includes a scenic floatplane flight, three hours onsite at the observatory, and convenient pick-up and drop-off services. Book now to experience the wild beauty of Alaska from the sky.

Pros

  • Fly over majestic Alaskan landscapes
  • Spot bears in their natural habitat
  • Enjoy interactive narration from your pilot
  • Experience a thrilling floatplane landing
  • Capture breathtaking aerial views
  • Immerse in the Alaskan wilderness

Includes

  • Well maintained six-passenger DeHavilland Beaver floatplanes
  • Guaranteed window seats for all passengers
  • Voice activated, noise cancelling headset for each passenger
  • Interactive narration with your Pilot
  • Pick-up and drop-off by Island Wings van from the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau on Cruise Ship Berth 2
  • US Forest Service Special Use Permit for Bear Viewing within Tongass National Forest
  • All inclusive tour

Excludes

  • No food or beverages, except bottled water, allowed on the flight
  • Gratuities
$550
4.45Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Fly over majestic Alaskan landscapes
  • Spot bears in their natural habitat
  • Enjoy interactive narration from your pilot
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