Misty Fjords National Monument Tours and Tickets

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.

Misty Fjords Floatplane Flightseeing Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Misty Fjords and Wilderness Explorer from Ketchikan

5 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience a 1.5-hour Misty Fjords flightseeing tour with Seawind Aviation aboard our classic DeHavilland Otter or Beaver seaplanes. Just a short flight from Ketchikan, you’ll soar above towering 3,000-foot granite walls, deep fjords carved by ancient glaciers, misty peaks, waterfalls, and lush forested slopes. We’ll touch down on a remote mountain lake or calm saltwater inlet for a 20-minute stop, giving you the chance to step out onto the floats and take in the stillness of this pristine wilderness up close. After returning to Ketchikan, we’ll bring you back to the downtown cruise ship docks in plenty of time to board. Norwegian Cruise Line guests who are docked at Ward Cove (20 min outside Ketchikan) will be dropped at the free shuttle stop for easy transport back to their ship.

Misty Fjords Flightseeing 1.5hr -includes 20 minute water landing

Soar above the glacier-carved granite cliffs and waterfall-studded forests of Misty Fjords National Monument on an unforgettable flight tour from Ketchikan. With guaranteed window seating for all passengers in a fixed-wing Alaskan bush plane, you won't miss a thing as you coast over lush mountaintops and hillsides where wild goats and black bears roam. Learn about the ancient geologic history and wildlife of this spectacular landscape through live narration from the pilot during the flight.

Misty Fjords Flightseeing 1 hour

Misty Fjords National Monument is a remote, road-less wilderness area that can only be reached by air and sea. This floatplane flightseeing tour takes you into the heart of the park where you can see untouched areas of Alaska far from the hoards of cruise ship passengers that flock to more accessible areas. The tour includes a water landing—a unique experience only a floatplane can provide.

Explore the wonders of Ketchikan with a fully customizable 3-hour private tour tailored to your interests. Whether you wish to observe wildlife like whales and bears, hike in the scenic Tongass National Forest, or delve into the local history, this tour adapts to your group’s preferences. Engage with the vibrant culture through totem poles or visit unique spots like the Gun Museum or local pubs. Enjoy the freedom to create your ideal Ketchikan experience. - Personalized 3-hour tour with a focus on your interests - Options include wildlife viewing, hiking, or cultural experiences - Visit iconic sites like totem poles or local museums - Ideal for families, groups, or anyone looking to explore Ketchikan's beauty

3hr Custom Private Tour of Ketchikan (4 People) Wildlife + More

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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 New Eddystone Rock and numerous sites in Rudyerd Bay. Rudyerd Bay is a stunning fjord known for its massive granite cliffs and breathtaking waterfalls that drop thousands of feet. The tour also covers the history of Misty Fjords. We often see ancient pictographs and wildlife such as bears, birds, seals, Humpback Whales, and Orcas. As mentioned above, this is a custom tour. If your group wants to spend more time viewing something (like a pod of Killer Whales), we can do that. Your guide will keep you updated on any adjustments to the tour and its timing. The tour narrative will cover key highlights but will be more conversational in style. We aim to avoid overwhelming passengers with a constant stream of information. That said, guests are encouraged to ask as many questions as they like. You will find the Explorer to be very comfortable

Private Boat Tour of Misty Fjords from Ketchikan

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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 can be custom built prior to your arrival but as with all trip some times things change (The Weather) and we can change th tour itinerary even on the day. Doesn't matter what you want to se and do, We will make it happen. Things to see : Historical sights, Totem Poles, Black Bear viewing, Black Tail Sitka Deer, Wold, Mountain Lion, Hump Back Whales, Orca, Mountain Goats/Sheep, Bald Eagles, Salmon. Hike in Tongass National Forest. Beach Walks, Waterfalls and scenery second to none.

4hr Ketchikan Private custom tour (4 people) Wildlife + More

4 hoursFree Cancellation

What are people saying about Misty Fjords National Monument

Becky_J, Jun 2026

Missed opportunities!

Missed a phone call from the company, I called them back, I was informed that the weather conditions were unsafe for the flight, rain and dense fog. The flight is cancelled and the full amount will be refunded. I love the decisive responses and safety concerns. 👍❤️

ron_s, Apr 2026

A great adventure

Van picked us up on time next to visitor center. At the plane we were given safety instructions. The pilot, Sean, was wonderful. Very experienced, skilled, and knowledgable about the entire area. He explained everything we saw in this amazing area. After landing, he took photos of each of us with the plane. We would recommend this advrnture.

Virginia_B, Sept 2026

Great experience

Great pilot and wonderful experience!!! We all loved it! We had a friendly knowledgeable pilot. She was the owner and we felt very safe

Misty Fjords Flightseeing 1 hour

Patricia_H, Sept 2026

Wonderful!

Everything was wonderful! They picked us up close to the cruise port and we had a wonderful flight! Absolutely beautiful scenery that you can’t experience any other way!

Willard_C, Aug 2026

Land and take-off on the lake.

Unbelievable scenery on a perfect day!! Saw beautiful lakes, wildlife, and mountain peaks. Landing and taking off on the lake was a wonderful experience. Enjoyed my time taking pictures and soaking in the sun on the lake. This is something to do at least once in a lifetime while vacationing in Alaska. This excursion was expensive, but worth it.

Paul_B, Sept 2026

We had never experienced...

We had never experienced a float plane before and the takeoff and landing were much smoother than expected. The flight through the Misty Fjords was great. The scenery was spectacular and our pilot, Jake, was fantastic. We contacted Taquan Air several times with questions and they were always quick to respond. We would highly recommend this experience.