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Private Ketchikan City Totems & Wildlife Van Tour

Ketchikan, Alaska, is truly the beginning of the last frontier. Set at the southernmost entrance to Alaska’s famed Inside Passage, a network of waterways snakes …More

Ketchikan, Alaska, is truly the beginning of the last frontier. Set at the southernmost entrance to Alaska’s famed Inside Passage, a network of waterways snakes...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (129)
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$575
Customized Private Tour in Transit Van

Get ready to explore Ketchikan like never before with our guided sightseeing tour. Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Ketchikan in a medium height transit …More

Get ready to explore Ketchikan like never before with our guided sightseeing tour. Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Ketchikan in a medium height transit...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (97)
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$500
Ketchikan Magical Old-Growth Creek Trek Guided Tour

Come join us on a lovely 3.6-mile roundtrip hike through an Alaska State Park into the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy a small group of up …More

Come join us on a lovely 3.6-mile roundtrip hike through an Alaska State Park into the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy a small group of up...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (54)
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$258
Ketchikan Mountain Lake Trek to Avalanche Chute

Come join us on a stunning 4-mile roundtrip hike in a small group of up to no more than 7 guests! This tour is led …More

Come join us on a stunning 4-mile roundtrip hike in a small group of up to no more than 7 guests! This tour is led...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (22)
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$258
Private Alaska Native Excursion Cultural, Scenic Experience

See Ketchikan’s cultural and scenic highlights on a private tour led by a Haida Alaska Native-owned and operated guide service. Visit the Salmon Ladder, Herring …More

See Ketchikan’s cultural and scenic highlights on a private tour led by a Haida Alaska Native-owned and operated guide service. Visit the Salmon Ladder, Herring...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (28)
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$699
Ultimate Ketchikan Salmon and Halibut Fishing Adventure

*Private Charters for group sizes from 2-6 *Transparent Pricing, Rates are same for child to adult, pricing per angler decreases with each angler added *Captains …More

*Private Charters for group sizes from 2-6 *Transparent Pricing, Rates are same for child to adult, pricing per angler decreases with each angler added *Captains...

5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (26)
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$473
Misty Fjords and Wilderness Explorer from Ketchikan

Embark on an adventure through the stunning Misty Fjords, one of Alaska’s most beautiful natural wonders. Set out from Ketchikan onboard a purpose-built vessel, equipped …More

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Embark on an adventure through the stunning Misty Fjords, one of Alaska’s most beautiful natural wonders. Set out from Ketchikan onboard a purpose-built vessel, equipped...

5 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (46)
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$252
Whales and Lunch! Ketchikan's Premier Marine Mammal Viewing Tour

Explore the breathtaking waters of Ketchikan on this intimate whale watching tour. With a small group led by knowledgeable locals, enjoy personalized service as you …More

Explore the breathtaking waters of Ketchikan on this intimate whale watching tour. With a small group led by knowledgeable locals, enjoy personalized service as you...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (93)
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$259
Ketchikan Jeep and Canoe Safari

Fill your need for adventure and excitement while in Ketchikan on this four-hour off-road Jeep and canoe tour ! Take control of a four-wheel- drive …More

Fill your need for adventure and excitement while in Ketchikan on this four-hour off-road Jeep and canoe tour ! Take control of a four-wheel- drive...

4 hours
4.6 (106)
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$229
Ketchikan Rainforest Canoe and Nature Walk

Explore Ketchikan the way the natives did on this rainforest canoe trip and nature walk. On this 3.5-hour Alaskan tour, paddle through a pristine lake …More

Explore Ketchikan the way the natives did on this rainforest canoe trip and nature walk. On this 3.5-hour Alaskan tour, paddle through a pristine lake...

3 hours 30 minutes
4.6 (86)
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$145
*New* Exclusive Premier Ketchikan Tour(Up to 6 Passengers)

We have you covered from your arrival to your departure! This private tour is a unique opportunity to experience some of the beautiful historical sights …More

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We have you covered from your arrival to your departure! This private tour is a unique opportunity to experience some of the beautiful historical sights...

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$1,200
Ketchikan salmon fishing adventure

Embark upon a traditional fishing tour of the waters of Ketchikan, Alaska. Try your hand at angling salmon, halibut or both in a small-group setting …More

Embark upon a traditional fishing tour of the waters of Ketchikan, Alaska. Try your hand at angling salmon, halibut or both in a small-group setting...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (59)
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$375
Traitors Cove Bear Viewing

Island Wings Air Service is owned and operated by Alaska veteran pilot Michelle Masden, who started flying in 1977 and began her business in Ketchikan …More

Island Wings Air Service is owned and operated by Alaska veteran pilot Michelle Masden, who started flying in 1977 and began her business in Ketchikan...

4 hours 15 minutes
4.8 (43)
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$595
Private Boat Tour of Misty Fjords from Ketchikan

This is a private, custom boat tour led by a lifelong Ketchikan resident who has spent decades boating in Misty Fjords. The tour typically includes …More

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This is a private, custom boat tour led by a lifelong Ketchikan resident who has spent decades boating in Misty Fjords. The tour typically includes...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$425
Prince of Wales Island Bear-Viewing Tour By Air From Ketchikan

See bears in their natural habitat on this 3 hour tour from Ketchikan.  Take a 20 minute flight west over the inside passage to Prince of …More

See bears in their natural habitat on this 3 hour tour from Ketchikan.  Take a 20 minute flight west over the inside passage to Prince of...

3 hours
5.0 (25)
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$575
Ketchikan Rainforest Island and Boat Adventure

A motorized rigid hull inflatable Seahawk provides a short, but exciting cruise along the coast of Clover Passage where whales, sea lions, seals, porpoise, bald …More

A motorized rigid hull inflatable Seahawk provides a short, but exciting cruise along the coast of Clover Passage where whales, sea lions, seals, porpoise, bald...

4 hours
4.3 (10)
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$199
City highlight, wildlife, totems private tour “OVER THE TOP”

Top rated tour. Experience the magic of Ketchikan with a private tour designed for guests of all ages. Explore the area the authentic way alongside …More

Top rated tour. Experience the magic of Ketchikan with a private tour designed for guests of all ages. Explore the area the authentic way alongside...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (5)
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$750
4hr Ketchikan Private custom tour (4 people) Wildlife + More

Ketchikan Custom Tours does exactly what is says. You will be privately hiring a 4 Passenger SUV with private tour guide and driver. Each tour …More

Ketchikan Custom Tours does exactly what is says. You will be privately hiring a 4 Passenger SUV with private tour guide and driver. Each tour...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (7)
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$800
Remote Ketchikan Private Boat Tour

Explore the stunning waters of Ketchikan on a private boat tour with an experienced local captain. Discover hidden coves and off-grid spots while observing the …More

Explore the stunning waters of Ketchikan on a private boat tour with an experienced local captain. Discover hidden coves and off-grid spots while observing the...

4 hours
5.0 (5)
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$1,200
Ketchikans Favorite Cultural and Historical Sites

When people go to Ketchikan, these are the sites most people go to see: old town Ketchikan, Creek Street, fish ladder, Totem Bight State Park, …More

When people go to Ketchikan, these are the sites most people go to see: old town Ketchikan, Creek Street, fish ladder, Totem Bight State Park,...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$109

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