Ketchikan Black Bear Express 2 hr

Follow Ketchikan’s coastal scenery into the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary on a focused search for black bears in their natural habitat. This 2-hour Ketchikan Black Bear Express pairs a scenic drive with a guided walk through a lush Southeast Alaska forest.

At the sanctuary, naturalist guides lead you along improved trails and raised boardwalks beneath spruce, hemlock, and cedar trees. Watch for bears seeking spawning salmon in Herring Creek or foraging for berries. Boardwalks overlook grassy wetlands, where salmon draw bears and seals, while bald eagles and other birds gather near the tidal estuary. The protected, elevated paths offer a way to observe the forest and wildlife from above the terrain.

Your Ketchikan Black Bear Express includes air-conditioned transportation and a live English-speaking guide. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Meet downtown by the bronze statue and rain gauge beside the Visitor’s Bureau at berth 2; guests arriving at Ward Cove should take the complimentary shuttle and allow at least an hour to get in line. Book your Ketchikan Black Bear Express for a chance to experience the rainforest and its wildlife with a naturalist guide.