Misty Fjords Floatplane Flightseeing Tour
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Ketchikan, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy an experience most tourists miss and step off your cruise ship into a floatplane to admire the glassy blue lakes, waterfalls, and snowcapped peaks of Misty Fjords National Monument on this shore excursion from Ketchikan. Capture bird’s-eye views of varied landscapes and try your luck spotting eagles, bears, and plenty of other wildlife during the flight that includes a guaranteed window seat. It’s an ideal experience for nature-lovers.
- Take in unforgettable views of Misty Fjords on a tour from Ketchikan
- Learn about the area and wildlife from live narration
- Relax with a 100% guarantee that you don’t miss your ship departure
- Enjoy a more personalized experience on this small-group excursion
What's Included
- Engaging narration that enhances your experience with fascinating insights about the scenery
- Window Seat Guaranteed!
- Private transportation
- 100% Guarantee to not miss your cruise ship all-aboard!
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Ketchikan Visitors Bureau131 Front St, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA
Please meet 15 min prior to the tour at Berth 2 near the Ketchikan Visitors Center by the bronze statue "The Rock". Look for a green sign with yellow lettering: "Kawanti Adventures" / "Taquan Air"
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Meet your pilot in Ketchikan and climb aboard your floatplane. During the flight, your pilot shares commentary via your headset, which also offers a musical soundtrack.
Ascend over Tongass Narrows, a body of water located between Ketchikan and Gravina Island, and fly past Ketchikan. Stare in wonder at the beauty of Tongass National Forest as you soar over Revillagigedo Island to Misty Fjords National Monument, about 40 miles (64 km) east of town.
Traveling through a low-hanging mist that gives the region its name, take in views of fjords, cliffs, and rock walls jutting straight out of the water. Waterfalls cascade down narrow granite passages, and dense forests of hemlock and spruce cover the vertical slopes.
Your pilot navigates over Rudyard Bay, giving you a fantastic vantage point of New Eddystone Rock, a remnant of early volcanic activity. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife like wolves, bears, deer, and eagles.
Your floatplane tour ends with drop-off back in Ketchikan.
Worry-free Shore Excursion: We ensure your timely return to the Ketchikan port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money is refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Traveling through a low-hanging mist that gives the region its name, take in views of fjords, cliffs, and rock walls jutting straight out of the water. Waterfalls cascade down narrow granite passages, and dense forests of hemlock and spruce cover the vertical slopes.
Your pilot navigates over Rudyard Bay, giving you a fantastic vantage point of New Eddystone Rock, a remnant of early volcanic activity. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife like wolves, bears, deer, and eagles.
Your floatplane tour ends with drop-off back in Ketchikan.
Worry-free Shore Excursion: We ensure your timely return to the Ketchikan port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money is refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Tongass National Forest (Pass By)
Misty Fjords National Monument (Pass By)
New Eddystone Rock (Pass By)
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Taquan Air Tours
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Revillagigedo Island, Orchard Lake (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: all passenger names, all passenger weights, and cruise ship/hotel name.
- Morning departure times range from 7am to 12pm; Afternoon departure times range from 12pm to 7pm. Please either include a contact number at time of booking or call the local supplier to confirm a departure time.
- Maximum weight of 300lbs
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
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Julian_C, Aug 2026
Awesome experience! Very nice people there, and excellent way to see misty fjords. My wife got to sit in the copilot seat for the flight, which she immensely enjoyed!
Nicola_F, Aug 2026
They cancelled when we arrived with no notice due to weather, but we walked down the harbour and got another tour group
Donna_C, Aug 2026
Joe was awesome. Everything was so beautiful. The check in, flight trip, and back to ship was very smooth.
Steven_C, Aug 2026
This is our second floatplane trip with Taquan Air to see the national monument of glacier carved fjords. It's the best excursion out of Ketchikan and always a must for us. Our flight was fun and fabulous as always. It will always be our go to whenever we stop over at Ketchikan.
Steven_T, Aug 2026
See Alaska from treetops is thrilling experience! You see the pristine scenery from a hell of a perspective! The pilot was great and narrated the whole trip. This is a must DO excursion for everyone! Outstanding!
Michael_R, Aug 2026
Joe the pilot was great. The ride was smooth. The views remarkable! Everything on this tour was exactly as promised and everything we’d hoped for! Thanks Taquan Tours
Timothy_R, Aug 2026
It was a clear, beautiful day. Our guide was informative and the ride around the fjords was spectacular.
Felicia_C, Aug 2026
I am afraid of flying and this was amazing! Smooth takeoff and even a smoother landing. Beautiful scenery, wonderful pilot. Don't miss it!
Larisa_K, Aug 2026
"Pure Magic Over Misty Fjords — Smooth, Scenic, and Unforgettable!"
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5
This floatplane tour was hands down the highlight of our Alaska trip! The scenery was drop-dead gorgeous from takeoff to touchdown, soaring right past 3,000-foot granite cliffs, glassy alpine lakes, and endless waterfalls. Our pilot was fantastic—warm, engaging, and full of great insights—and he kept the ride amazingly smooth the entire time. I was nervous about flying in a small plane, but the gentle takeoff and silky-soft water landing completely put me at ease. Every seat gets a full window view, making it an absolute must-do experience in Ketchikan!
Stacy_H, Aug 2026
Beautiful views. Not a bad seat on the plane. Pilot was knowledgeable. May be a little bumpy so prepare ahead. We loved it.
hbuzinski, Aug 2026
Beautiful views! We really enjoyed being able to see the gorgeous landscape from a different point of view.
Jacquie_S, Aug 2026
Bought this trip as a surprise birthday present for my husband. He loved it. Our pilot Joe was great. He was very informative, especially the areas we were flying over, often pointing out areas of interest, wildlife to look out for and the history of the area too. Would definitely recommend
Bill_Y, Aug 2026
Very disappointed! This was to be the highlight of the Alaskan Cruise. At the time the excursion was to start it was cancelled. All other float plane excursion companies were operating. We were told in the Ketchikan Visitors Center this company was notorious for cancelling at the last minute. Would not recommend them!
Srinivas_K, Jul 2026
Due to weather it was canceled and hoping to get full refund soon from viator..the vendor said they will refund
Donna_A, Jul 2026
Alaska from the air is incredible! The scenery is breathtaking. So many sites can only be seen from the air! Do them ALL!
Julie_M, Jul 2026
Had a lot of potential, but at the last minute it was canceled. it seemed like they could’ve just postponed the trip for a short drive. There were many many boats that did takeoff in land in the morning. I totally understand that at our exact time we were supposed to depart was not ideal weather
Patti_N, Jul 2026
Im not sure why we were canceled as it was 60 degrees and sunny, and they said it was due to weather. We watched all planes go out all day
I don't want to comment on the actual tour as it wouldn't be fair but disappointed it was canceled during fantastic weather.
Mari_K, Jul 2026
This was an excellent tour, we debated between going by boat or on a float plane. We are so glad we went with the plane. The views were amazing.
Grant_W, Jul 2026
My pilot was awesome and the ride was not as bumpy as I thought a small plane would be-so smooth! And the views were remarkable and the knowledge shared was great!
sasoongirl, Jul 2026
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Alaska! The floatplane flight over Misty Fjords was absolutely breathtaking. Seeing the dramatic cliffs, waterfalls, pristine lakes, and untouched wilderness from the air gave us a completely different perspective of Alaska's incredible beauty.
The pilot was professional, knowledgeable, and made the flight enjoyable from beginning to end. The views were spectacular, and there were so many great opportunities for photos.
If you're visiting Ketchikan, this is an experience you shouldn't miss. It was amazing from start to finish and absolutely worth it. Highly recommend!
Connie_C, Jul 2026
This trip was awesome. We were in the air for about an hour and loved every minute. Seeing the fjords from above was a great way to go. We had a clear day so no “mist” which might have made the views even better.
Cristie_J, Jul 2026
We had an amazing day in the sky with our pilot Paul. The weather was gorgeous and he pointed out some amazing things as we flew over the Alaskan wilderness. Sooooo good.
Florence_H, Jul 2026
Our pilot was awesome and so informative. We learned so much about the different lakes. Amazing views you can only get from the seaplane.
Jamie_B, Jul 2026
We had an amazing time and had the most perfect weather to fly over Misty Fjords. The views were absolutely breathtaking! We felt safe the entire time and would highly recommend it!
Ramakrishman_V, Jul 2026
The trip was very good. We enjoyed the view of the fjords. A worthwhile experience. Would recommend this tour
Marilyn_B, Jul 2026
The one hour flight was spectacular! The views from the huge window were nonstop amazing. Alaska truly is the last frontier.
I’m happy I splurged so my husband and I could see Ketchikan from the air.
dyanne_b, Jul 2026
We had to take the shuttle to town and then ride back to the airport area where the sea planes takeoff so depending on where your cruise ship docs will depend where you get on. The trip was well organized, and the pilot was definitely well seasoned. We went over some breathtaking glaciers and lakes. He told us where we were every step of the way the landing in the water was seamless.
michelle_b, Jul 2026
Once in a lifetime experience. The misty fjords can only be experienced in its true magnitude by plane. Our pilot was great. Gave us info when we needed it, but didn’t talk incessantly during the whole ride, which allows us to just enjoy the absolute beauty. They conveniently picked us up from town right off our cruise ship and brought us to the terminal and then brought us back right in front of our cruise ship. We had amazing clear sunny weather, but note that this is very weather dependent and if you’re in port on a rainy foggy day, they will cancel it so have a Plan B.
Deena_F, Jul 2026
If you do nothing else, do this. I never cry, and this made me tear up. I love Alaska, and this is a perspective that you should see to understand the landscape and his of the area. We booked independently because we were staying for a week, not on a cruise.
And Pilot Joe was amazing!
Dallas_H, Jul 2026
It was a unique experience. Beautiful views everywhere. The pilot was very friendly. The views can't be beat.
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