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Ketchikan Bear Viewing Tour by Land and Sea

Experience Ketchikan's wildlife on a 5-hour tour by land and sea, featuring black bear viewing at Neets Bay and a scenic cruise through lush Alaskan landscapes.

Ketchikan
4 hrs 53 min
4.37Rating:
2 providers combinedLast updated: April 26, 2026

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Provider Scores

Viator logo
4.75
72 reviews
GYG logo
0.00
0 reviews

Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed
  • Dress appropriately for weather conditions
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Camera
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Embark on an unforgettable journey in Ketchikan with the Bear Viewing Tour by Land and Sea. Begin with a scenic drive along the North Tongass Highway, where your guide will share stories of Ketchikan’s rich fishing heritage. At Clover Pass Marina, board a vessel for a breathtaking cruise through the lush rainforest of the Tongass National Forest. Keep an eye out for harbor seals, Steller sea lions, and bald eagles. Arrive at Neets Bay, a remote hatchery site where black bears gather to feast on salmon. Walk along forest trails to viewing platforms for a safe and intimate wildlife experience. Learn about bear behavior and the salmon life cycle from your knowledgeable guide. Conclude with a serene return journey, leaving you with memories to cherish. Book now for a unique Alaskan adventure.

Pros

  • Travel by land and sea to Neets Bay
  • Walk forest trails to bear viewing platforms
  • Enjoy a scenic wildlife cruise
  • Spot seals, sea lions, and bald eagles
  • Learn about bear behavior and salmon life cycle

Includes

  • Snack
  • Pickup near cruise ship
  • Scenic narrated drive
  • Guide sharing stories about Ketchikan’s fishing heritage
  • Scenic cruise through protected island waterways
  • Wildlife observation at Neets Bay
  • Walk along maintained forest trails
  • Access to viewing platforms
  • Guide explaining bear behavior and salmon life cycles
  • Bottled Water
  • Small snacks

Excludes

  • Gratuities
  • Smoking
  • Littering
  • Feeding animals
  • Touching plants
$399-$414.01
4.37Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Travel by land and sea to Neets Bay
  • Walk forest trails to bear viewing platforms
  • Enjoy a scenic wildlife cruise
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