Private Tour: Rainforest, Wildlife, Waterfalls, Totem Poles...

Explore Ketchikan with a private tour designed for all ages, where your family and friends are the only guests in the tour van. Enjoy comfort, flexibility, and a relaxed pace. Giving you the freedom to focus on what interests you most. Every stop on our tour is chosen for its genuine connection to Ketchikan’s rainforest, coastline, wildlife, and history. You’ll explore places shaped by nature, not created for show, giving you a clear sense of what makes this place special. Our goal is to create an experience that is fun, friendly, authentic, and unscripted—like exploring Alaska with a local friend. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. What we can guarantee is taking you to the same beautiful spots that we as locals visit that offer the best chance of seeing wildlife.

Itinerary

1. Experience the thrill of wildlife with the chance to see bears, bald eagles, salmon, and seals! This open grassy field and salmon filled creek, attracts a variety of wildlife to this location! Please note the diversity of wildlife will vary depending on time of season. (30 min)
2. Capture stunning photos and videos of a beautiful waterfall just steps away from where you exit the van! Plus, step inside our lush rainforest for more spectacular views and vantage points of this waterfall! (30 min)
3. Discover the diverse tide pools along the coastal inner passage, where you may spot purple and orange starfish, crabs, sea anemones, sea urchins, sea cucumbers, and more! Chance to also see eagles in the trees, seals in the ocean, and with a little bit of luck a whale passing through. The variety of wildlife will change with the tide levels. When the season is right, you can also pick and enjoy the wild edible berries in this location! (rocky and sandy terrain) (30 min)
4. Discover the charm of Herring Bay Village, home to the enchanting Native Totem Park and the masterful Bifrost Blacksmithing. Begin your journey at the Native Totem Park, where an engaging guide will unveil the rich stories behind these stunning works of art, illuminating their cultural significance and beauty. Next, witness the artistry at Bifrost Blacksmithing, where skilled blacksmiths Jake and Joron meticulously hand-forge their exquisite knives. Crafted in Ketchikan from recycled steel and elegantly complemented by handles made from the antlers of Sitka black-tailed deer, these knives are not just tools – they are unique pieces of art that embody craftsmanship and tradition. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this exceptional blend of artistry and heritage! Entry into this privately owned location, which includes the Totem Park and blacksmiths is $10 per person(ages 12 and under $5)upon arrival. (30 min)