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Sitka Totem Poles and Bear Tour 2.5 hr

TourTruth score 6.2 out of 10

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15 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Sitka
  • 2 hrs 30 min
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Explore Sitka’s totem poles, World War II history, and brown bears on a guided tour timed to your cruise ship’s port schedule.

About this tour

Explore Sitka’s layered history and wild surroundings on a guided visit to its iconic totem poles and the Fortress of the Bears. This 2.5-hour Sitka Totem Poles and Bear Tour pairs cultural landmarks with close-up encounters with brown bears.

Ride across O’Connell Bridge to Japonski Island and hear about Sitka’s role in defending North America during World War II. Then stroll through Sitka National Historical Park beneath spruce and hemlock trees, where Tlingit and Haida totem poles rise among the forest. Along the way, your guide points out local historical landmarks, while mountain scenery and chances to spot wildlife add to the journey. At the Fortress of the Bears, see rescued brown bears and learn about wildlife rescue efforts in the area.

The tour includes cruise ship pickup and drop-off, a guide, and entrance and activity fees. Share your ship’s name when booking so the start time can align with porting schedules; exact meeting details are emailed ahead of your cruise. Discover the stories and wildlife that make Sitka memorable on this Sitka Totem Poles and Bear Tour.

Highlights

  • Admire Tlingit and Haida totem poles among spruce and hemlock trees
  • Meet brown bears at the Fortress of the Bears
  • Hear how Sitka helped defend North America during World War II
  • Take in mountain views and watch for local wildlife
  • Spot historic landmarks as you explore Sitka

What's included

Included

  • Cruise ship pickup and drop-off
  • Guide
  • All entrance and activity fees

Not included

  • Food and drinks

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Important information

  • Provide your cruise ship name when booking so the start time can match porting times
  • Exact meeting point and time will be emailed
  • The ticket and meeting details are sent 14 days before your cruise
  • Start times may be between 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
  • Wheelchair users

Frequently asked questions

When will I receive my meeting details?

Your ticket, exact meeting point, and start time will be emailed 14 days before your cruise.

How is the start time set?

The start time is matched to your cruise ship's porting times and may be between 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

What should I provide when booking?

Include your cruise ship name so the supplier can coordinate your start time.

What is included in the tour?

A guide, cruise ship pickup and drop-off, and all entrance and activity fees are included.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 3.54 from 15 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide 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 Sitka
  • 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 6.2.

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