Hump Island Oyster & Kelp Farm with Tasting

In Ketchikan, Alaska

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£143 pp
3h 15 mins · 5.0 (72)
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Hump Island Oyster & Kelp Farm with Tasting
A unique opportunity to not only witness one of the most picturesque locations in the state, but also affords you the chance to cruise the North Tongass waterways in search of wildlife en route to Hump Island Oyster Farm. Guests will also receive a narrated city tour en route to the vessel.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • Boat Cruise
  • AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
  • Oyster and Kelp Farm Narrated Tour
  • SNACKS

Itinerary

  1. With transportation, you will be on a coastal drive along the Tongass National Forest. This is the Largest Forest in North America, full of wildlife. The drive out to our dock takes about 30 minutes and is accompanied by a narration from local knowledge and facts about the town of Ketchikan. (1h 0min) Admission included
  2. Our Tour takes you out to Hump Island Oyster Farm. One of the largest Oyster Producers in the State of Alaska. On site guests will learn about the benefits of cultivating oysters for the state of Alaska. The Farm also includes an oyster bar: the only floating oyster bar in the state of Alaska. Guests will get to sample the product and receive a guided tasting on fresh oysters. (1h 0min) Admission included
  3. On Our tour we will be going aboard the Bottom Time, a vessel that will take us out to the Oyster Farm. We will be navigating through Clover Passage where sightings of Whales, Seals, Eagles, and Deer are very common occurrences. The Bottom Time offers 360 degree views and heated indoor seating, or outdoor seating. (40 min) Admission included

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Meet on Berth 2 in front of the rain gage and a Bonfire employee will be holding a sign that reads 'Hump Island Oyster & Kelp Farm with Tasting'.
End point
Meet on Berth 2 in front of the rain gage and a Bonfire employee will be holding a sign that reads 'Hump Island Oyster & Kelp Farm with Tasting'.

Practical information

Operated by
Hump Island Oyster Farm
Max group size
14 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–14
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Consuming raw or undercooked shellfish may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 3 hours 15 minutes. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.