Amazing Whale Watching and Marine Wildlife Shore Excursion
Recommended by 91% of travelers
Sitka, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get up close with Alaskan wildlife on a 2-hour wildlife-watching tour from Sitka. With a small group on board the 24-foot vessel, you’re guaranteed an intimate and immersive tour experience. After departure from Baranof Island, keep your eyes peeled for Humpback, Minke, and Gray whales. Keep your camera and binoculars ready, as you may also encounter otters, sea lions, and a variety of birds.
- See whales in their natural environment
- Get the personalized experience of a small group
- Discover Alaskan wildlife from the water
- Listen to live commentary during the tour
What's Included
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- All activities
- Local guide
- Tour escort/host
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Harrigan Centennial HallVisitors Dock at Crescent Harbor, 330 Harbor Dr, Sitka, AK 99835, USA
Our stand is located right in front of Harrigan Centennial Hall, in the vendor section. Please arrive at least 15 mins before scheduled for check-in.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Harrigan Centennial Hall (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended for people with mobility issues
- Weight limit is 230lbs per person
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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
Erica_M
Amazing trip . Boat has little cabin to keep warm while traveling out to the whales . The captain was very informative and attentive. Got us to many spots to see multiple humpbacks and overall pleasant experience. Check in was easy .
Reviews
4.6
based on 75 reviews
Erica_M, Jul 2025
Amazing trip . Boat has little cabin to keep warm while traveling out to the whales . The captain was very informative and attentive. Got us to many spots to see multiple humpbacks and overall pleasant experience. Check in was easy .
Michael_K, Oct 2023
Whales, whales and more whales. We had the best day, the boat was beautiful and Capt. Tad explained everything we were seeing. Highly recommend this excursion. We saw a moon jellyfish at the dock, and sea lions, otters, but the humpback whales were the best.
Julie_B, Sep 2023
We were more interested in orcas, sea lions, otters, seals, and eagles than humpbacks. Disappointed.
Charlie_J, Sep 2023
Captain was super knowledgeable and very friendly. Boat was super clean and comfortable. We got to see many wales including a Sow and Calf diving together. Then to top it off we got to spend time watching a Coastal Brown Bear and Cub up close as they searched for salmon on the shoreline. It was a special day for sure.
Susan_G, Aug 2023
Our guide was excellent. Patiently rode around pointing out whales, sea lions, otters, and various other things. Wonderful tour. Should definitely check this one out in Sitka.
Donna_D, Aug 2023
Unfortunately this event was cancelled due to rain and fog. We were really looking forward to but understand why it was canceled but we’re so down disappointed
Stevan_V, Aug 2023
Tad is an amazing Captain. He went out of his way to make sure we had an experience beyond our wildest dreams. We saw whales with their calves, sea lions, eagles, otters, and a mama brown bear with her 2 cubs. All along, Tad informed us about the local culture, history, and the importance of the local ecosystem. Very approachable, Tad made this a wonderful experience beyond our expectations. We recommend Tad highly and without hesitation.
Arthur_M, Jul 2023
We saw 2 humpbacks, a pod of orcas and otters which was the purpose of this excursion. Our pilot was very knowledgeable and informative.
Lois_S, Jun 2023
We were running late from the ship, but they stuck around a few minutes to wait for us. Tad was a great guide and the scenery was amazing!
Chad_T, Jun 2023
Amazing guide.
Out of a 7 day Alaskan cruise this was by far the most memorable for all my family. Thanks again for an amazing experience.
mellisa_j, Jun 2023
By far my family’s favorite excursion the whole cruise. Tad was an awesome guide, very informative and kind. The boat was very clean and comfortable. We saw lots of wildlife, humpback whales, sea otters, sea lions, and eagles. Once in a lifetime experience with the whales for sure!!!
Cheryl_T, May 2023
Awesome trip!! Saw otters, eagles, whales, and seals in a small group setting. Tad was great, informative about the ecosystem. Would highly recommend!!
Richard_R, May 2023
Tag our Captain and guide was amazing great job Tag.
Saw a pod of Humpback Whales. Great weather, excellent guide
Rosanna_L, May 2023
We had a wonderful time! The boat rrip itself was great, and we got to see sea lions, seals and whales. Thoroughly recommended!
Marsha_N, Sep 2022
Tad gave us a wonderful excursion where we saw whales, sea lions, and eagles. It was a small group and he was also very informative. Immediately we saw sea lions and soon after many whales sightings. Loved it!
Irma_K, Sep 2022
Very personal feeling and definitely brought the whale watching up close to you! I would recommend to anyone who is contemplating!
Michelle_J, Sep 2022
Tad is a great captain and tries his very best to make sure you see everything out there. We saw several whales - including whale tails and a breaching whale. It was raining, but not too chilly. My husband and I mostly hung on and stood out back in the rain for the best views. It’s a smaller boat and that makes it a very cool experience. There were only four of us onboard.
Suzette_J, Sep 2022
While we did see a few whales on this tour, the conditions on the water did not allow for an incredible experience. I would recommend this tour only if whether conditions are good on the water.
Eileen_W, Sep 2022
Saw lots of whales, otters, cormorants. Met all my expectations. Small group of 6 people added to the experience. Great captain.
Frank_L, Aug 2022
Very rough day on the water. We saw one “tail” in the distance. The guide tried but was unable to “show us the whales”
Response from Host, Sep 2022
Wow, I remember this day. The weather was rough. Unfortunately I can’t change the weather system, and I can’t arrange wildlife. I tried very hard for you. In fact I even remember you tipping me at the end. I’m surprised you gave me a 1 star review.
Nagalis_R, Aug 2022
This was such an amazing experience with. Chad as a captain, he looked for every place that he could find a whale, he was great!!
Emily_V, Aug 2022
Great trip. We saw lots of whales. Overall excellent experience. I have no more to add but it requires more words to post my review.
Sean_R, Aug 2022
I was pleasantly surprised with this experience. There were only a total of 6 of us on this boat, which provided a really nice personal experience with the ship's captain .... I forgot his name, but he was a really nice guy. He took us to all the great spots to view Whales, Sea Lions and Otters. They also accommodated our time constraints well as lines to get back to our ship were extraordinarily long. They offered via email to take us straight back to port on an email, and I wish I had taken them up on it. He spent a lot of time with us, answered all our questions, he took pictures of us on his boat and we got to view some great shots of whales. I got plenty of shots of tails, and my son got to see a whale breach behind us. Definitely one of the highlights of our Alaskan Cruise.
Colette_P, Aug 2022
Excellent captain Tad, clear with the expectation, rough water, time to get to the site of seeing sea lion, sea otters, hump back whale. Great explanation, extremely professional, friendly and knowledgeable. The small group of 6 was fantastic Met our expectations as being a highlight of our Alaska trip.
Very easy to book with great communication via email..
Elisa_D, Jul 2022
This was an amazing experience! Highly recommend. Our boat captain/tour guide was outstanding and extremely knowledgeable.
Sierra_F, Jul 2022
Tad was an amazing guide! We had so much fun watching wildlife and he was very accommodating to our group. Awesome excursion.
Valeria_S, Jul 2022
The weather wasn’t the best but we still manage to see some whales. The guide also took us to se some sea otters and sea lions
Laura_H, Jul 2022
Our wonderful guide knew just where to take us to see humpback whales. We were so close it was unbelievable. The best experience I had in Alaska!
Steve_M, Jul 2022
Whales were awesome, captain very knowledgeable. Suggest this trip to see Sitka straights and humpback whales.
Matt_R, Jun 2022
Tad was great. He really goes out of his way to deliver a great experience. We saw 2 whales, sea lions and tons of otters while out on our excursion...
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