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Ketchikan Fishing and Whale Excursion 4 hr 30 min

TourTruth score 6.7 out of 10

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9 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Ketchikan
  • 4 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Fish for salmon, halibut, and lingcod on a Ketchikan fishing and whale excursion, with chances to spot wildlife along Alaska’s coast.

About this tour

Set out from Ketchikan for a fishing and wildlife excursion in Alaska’s wild waters. This 270-minute trip pairs the chance to fish for trophy salmon, halibut, and lingcod with opportunities to spot whales, sharks, and bears.

Cruise ship passengers are met dockside by the crew, then board a NorthRiver sport fishing charter boat. Fishing equipment, bait, and halibut permits are provided, along with soda and bottled water. The boat has seating for up to six passengers plus the captain, an enclosed cabin, a bathroom, heater, sink, and refrigerator. Keep watch on the water and coastline as you fish and take in the scenery around Ketchikan.

Make your time in port count with a Ketchikan fishing and whale excursion that brings fishing and wildlife viewing together. Gather your group and head out for a memorable day on the water.

Highlights

  • Cast for trophy salmon, halibut, and lingcod in Alaska’s wild waters
  • Watch for whales, sharks, and bears during your excursion
  • Ride aboard a fast NorthRiver sport fishing charter boat
  • Enjoy dockside pickup at your cruise ship

What's included

Included

  • Soda and bottled water
  • Fishing equipment, bait, and halibut permits

Not included

  • Gratuities

Ratings on each provider

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Important information

  • Cruise ship passengers meet the crew in front of their ship; look for a sign with the booking party’s name
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals are allowed
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  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infant-to-adult life preservers are available

Frequently asked questions

Where is pickup?

Cruise ship passengers meet the crew in front of their ship. Look for a sign with the booking party’s name.

What fishing gear is provided?

Fishing equipment, bait, and halibut permits are provided.

Are drinks included?

Soda and bottled water are included.

Are children welcome?

Infants and small children can ride in a stroller, but infants must sit on an adult’s lap. Life preservers are available for infants through adults.

Is the excursion suitable for everyone?

The excursion is suitable for all physical fitness levels but is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.44 from 9 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Ketchikan
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.7.

Provider rating distribution in Ketchikan

How many tours in Ketchikan have a provider rating at or below each value. The dashed line is this tour.

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