Ketchikan Rainforest Canoe and Nature Walk

Ketchikan, USA

3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover the tranquil beauty of Tongass National Forest on this 3.5-hour guided tour from Ketchikan. Paddle with a group of up to 20 passengers in a Native American–style canoe across a secluded lake, and then enjoy a nature walk through a rain forest. Gain insight into local Native American history, as well as the wildlife and plants you see along the way. A riverside snack and hotel transport are included.

3.5-hour canoe and nature walk tour in Ketchikan
Paddle through a lake in the Tongass National Forest in a Native American–style canoe
Leisurely, guided walk in the rain forest — perfect for all fitness levels!
Enjoy delicious, hearty snacks including smoked fish and clam chowder
Hotel pickup and drop-off included

What's Included

Alaskan style snacks
Professional guide
Transportation
Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee

Gratuities
Souveniers (available for purchase)

Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

**Ketchikan Meeting Place:** Please meet us by the RAIN GAUGE located outside on the north end of the visitor center building on the dock. If your ship is docked at The Mill at Ward Cove dock, please meet in the WELCOME CENTER building at the Tour Departure sign. - Take careful note of your tour departure time noted above and please be at the designated location 15 minutes prior to departure time. - **Local Phone Number:** (907) 247-5295 - When you arrive at the meeting area, look for the Alaska Travel Adventures tour representative. They will be wearing a red jacket/shirt and a red hat. Look for our distinctive Caribou logo. Have your tour voucher ready to show the representative so that they can direct you to the appropriate transportation.

Itinerary

Tongass National Forest

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Harriet Hunt

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Please indicate your ship or hotel name when booking your tour
Not wheelchair accessible
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
Children must weigh at least 40 lbs (18 kg) in order to fit into required life jackets

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Featured review

Irene_C

The natural beauty on this trip was incredible! Mike our tour guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. We had a great time.

Reviews

4.5

based on 89 reviews

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Crisanne_A, Sep 2025

Enjoyed the canoe ride, it was actually fun but wished we had time while on the lake to take a photo, we had plenty of time to do this but kept paddling. Also the nature walk was too short. The food and drinks provided was delicious too. The lake was beautiful. The traveling guides were nice and helpful.

The natural beauty on...

Irene_C, Jul 2025

The natural beauty on this trip was incredible! Mike our tour guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. We had a great time.

Canoe adventure

Lindyfoehl, Aug 2024

This tour was easily accessed through the port! The bus taking us to the lake was late arriving so there was no need to rush off the ship and get there early as requested! Once under way our driver was very entertaining and filled us in on the history of the region! Our guide was nicknamed Clover and she was very efficient at getting everyone in the canoes! We had stories and songs to paddle along to! the lake is remotely situated and pristine! We docked at a small site to explore the Rainforest and this was very interesting but not long enough ! We were provided with light snacks of soup and salmon which was great! We enjoyed the experience despite the rain and our guide was very sweet! We would have preferred to spend more time in the forest!

Fun canoe trip

Nicole_T, Jun 2024

We had such a good time paddling the canoe and enjoying a short nature hike. Our guide, Jenna I think (long blonde hair) was amazing. She was very knowledgeable about the area showing us interesting things along the route. This excursion was great for all activity levels. Highly recommend!

Give a refund, please.

NancyS_K, Sep 2023

Our cruise was cancelled due to mechanical issues. There was a no cancellation clause in this tour. Needless to say I asked for our money back, but we may be out $250+.

It was fun and interesting, though it...

leticia.pando, May 2016

It was fun and interesting, though it was cut short.

We were booked at the wrong time for...

Kerry N, Aug 2012

We were booked at the wrong time for our tour. But the tour operators included us in their tour that was about to start which was a Jeep dirving experience followed by the canoe and nature walk we had so much fun. I would totally recomend it.