Price from:
110 USD
*We have put together Sitka's top three visitor attractions into one amazing tour!*
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Rates
**Guest** - $110.00
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About
Our local guides can't wait to take you on one of the most amazing tours of Sitka! Our 2.5 hour Sitka Scenic Tour-Premium package is the best of what Sitka has to offer. You’ll discover why so many visitors claim Sitka as their favorite stop on their Alaska cruise.
On your shore excursion of Alaska's most historic city, you’ll walk among the towering Totems, take a short walk along a salmon river in the amazing Tongass National Rain Forest. Visit our resident brown bears who have been rescued from certain death, meet a Bald Eagle up close and discover how big they really are! Let us show you our Sitka, a Sitka as unforgettable as the images you take home with you.
Escape the large bus tours some cruise ships offer and let our local tour guides show you Sitka in our 10 passenger Nissan NV vans. We wear wireless microphones so no-one misses out on our stories.
On our 2.5 hour Sitka Shore Excursion you’ll make memories that will last a lifetime as our local guides share with you a Sitka filled with amazing wildlife, incredible beauty and unbelievable images. Take amazing photo's as you walk through the totems at the Sitka National Historical Park, visit rescued brown bears at the Fortress of the Bears, see Eagles up close at the Alaska Raptor Center and we will share with you stories of our incredible Sitka-by-the-Sea.
Let our local resident guides show you Sitka in our 10 passenger Nissan NV vans. Our guides wear wireless microphones so no-one misses out on our stories. With 20+ years experience you are in good hands on this amazing adventure.
What you'll see:
* Fortress of the Bears (Rescue Center)
* Alaska Raptor Center (Rescue Center)
* Sitka National Historical Park (Totem Park)
* Silver Bay (Scenic Fjord)
Duration
2.5 Hours
Meeting Instructions:
This tour starts at
Harrigan Centennial Hall. (Downtown)
Requirements
* Includes some moderate walking (40 yards at most)
* Food and water (Not Included)
* Children are welcome! Child pricing unavailable.
* Recommended Dress: We recommend dressing in layers with the top layer being waterproof. Sensible walking shoes that may get wet are also suggested.
Restrictions
* This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
* Due to seat availability, as well as guest safety and comfort, passengers weighing more than 250 pounds (113 kilograms or 18 stone) must purchase an additional seat to reserve adequate space in the van.The Average seat is 18" wide.Thousands of cruise ship visitors come to Sitka each day in the summer. Seats are truly limited on these small group tours. You are invited to reserve your seat by purchasing ahead online.
Booking Notes
Meeting Instructions:
All TOURS START DOWN TOWN AT:
"Harrigan Centennial Hall" 330 Harbor Drive Sitka Alaska
YOUR LOCAL TOUR OPERATOR: is “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS”
We will be dressed in bright blue jackets or vests.
Please look for our YELLOW SIGNS with “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” written on it.
There are 3 ways a ship may dock in Sitka. Please pick carefully to match your ship!
1. SITKA SOUND CRUISE TERMINAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Please book your free shuttle times IMMEDIATELY [HERE](https://www.sitkadock.com/)
This new shuttle booking system is Important to get you to your tour meeting spot at Harrigan Centennial Hall on time! Book your free shuttle time for at least 1 hour before your scheduled tour meeting time.
Most large ships will dock 7 miles out of town at a private dock called SITKA SOUND CRUISE TERMINAL. (Please follow booking instructions above) and take the FREE SHUTTLE BUS TO DOWNTOWN provided. Your local tour representative “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” will be OUTSIDE the building (in or near) the Vendor Sales Area starting 30 minutes before your tour departure time Please allow a minimum of 45 extra minutes for the shuttle to downtown.
2. CRESCENT HARBOR TENDERING INSTRUCTIONS:
When your ship arrives in Sitka and anchors in the harbor, you will be transported by tender boat to shore. Please exit the ship as soon as possible as this process can be very slow.
Your tour departs from the street side of Harrigan Centennial Hall at 330 Harbor Drive located not far from the top of the ramp.
Your local tour representative “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” will be OUTSIDE the building (in or near) the Vendor Sales Area starting 30 minutes before your tour departure time. We will have on bright blue jackets or vests and have yellow signs with “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” written on them.
3. O’CONNELL BRIDGE TENDERING INSTRUCTIONS:
When your ship arrives in Sitka and anchors in the harbor, you will be transported by tender boat to shore. Please exit the ship as soon as possible as this process can be very slow.
You will then need to walk 1.5 blocks to "Harrigan Centennial Hall" 330 Harbor Drive. Your local tour representative “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” will be OUTSIDE the building (in or near) the Vendor Sales Area starting 30 minutes before your tour departure time. We will have on bright blue jackets or vests and have yellow signs with “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” written on them.
We ask all guests to be at the designated departure location at least 15 minutes before departure time to check in with your tour representative.
Contact Information:
If you encounter any difficulties the day of the tour, please contact the local representative, Sitka Wildlife Tours, at 1-907-738-1733.
Recommended Dress:
For all tours in Alaska, we recommend dressing in layers with the top layer being waterproof. Sensible walking shoes that may get wet are also suggested.
Restrictions: This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Due to seat availability, as well as guest safety and comfort, passengers weighing 250 pounds (113 kilograms or 18 stone) will have to purchase an additional seat to reserve adequate space in the vehicle.
Cancellation Policy
Customers may cancel any tour up to 48 hours prior to the tour date and receive a full refund. If a customer cancels a tour less than 24 hours prior to the tour date, the customer shall not receive a refund. The passenger shall receive a full refund in the event that the cruise ship does not dock in port. If your ship is late to arrive we will automatically reschedule your tour times to allow you to attend your tour. If your ship is late call 1-907-738-1733 for rescheduled times. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
