Simply Amazing Sitka Tour: Fortress of the Bear, Alaska Raptor, & Totems
Recommended by 91% of travelers
Sitka, USA
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience Alaska through the eyes of a local with this Sights of Sitka tour, which stops at three of the area's top destinations. Start at the Fortress of the Bear, a rescue facility where you can see rescued Black and Brown bears. From there, head to the Alaskan Raptor Center to view birds of prey before visiting the Sitka National Historical Park. The park is home to Tlingit and Haida Totem poles, as well as a cultural center where you can learn about Indigenous history.
- Visit the Alaskan Raptor Center, Fortress of the Bear, and Totem Park
- Learn about the Indigenous history of the region
- See Alaskan wildlife up close
- Avoid crowds and see more with a small group tour led by a local
What's Included
- Admission into the Alaskan Raptor Center
- Admission to Fortress of the Bear
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 330 Harbor Dr, Sitka, AK 99835, USA
Harrigan Centennial Hall ((We DO NOT meet at the cruise-ship terminal. All guests will need to take the free shuttle to get to us at Harrigan Centenial Hall )
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Harrigan Centennial Hall
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Alaska Raptor Center
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Fortress of the Bear
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Sitka National Historic Park
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- PLEASE NOTE: AS of 2025 The Sitka Sound cruise terminal is now requiring guests to reserve seats on their complimentary shuttles to and from downtown Sitka in order to improve wait times and thus the overall experience when visiting Sitka. Priority boarding will be given to those holding reservations and it is imperative that reservations are made well in advance in order to ensure that you are on time for your tour departing from downtown Sitka. To reserve your seat(s) on the complimentary shuttles between the Sitka Sound cruise terminal and downtown Sitka. When making reservations, it is HIGHLY recommended that you plan to board the shuttle AT LEAST one hour prior to the scheduled tour departure time shown above, and book an earlier time if that is not available at the time you make your reservations. For your return trip to the Sitka Sound cruise terminal, it is recommended that you book a seat on a shuttle departing AT LEAST one hour prior to your scheduled cruise ship departure.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 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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Reviews
4.6
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Michelle_M, Aug 2026
While our guide wasn’t the best, the tour itself was amazing! Got to see so much stuff in a short time.
Debra_D, Aug 2026
The tour was everything I expected. Good local driver with lots of information and local stories. Saw lots of bears, eagles ans other raptors and enjoyed the Sitka National Park Totems. It was a great day.
Michele_R, Aug 2026
Wonderful experience seeing the amazing bears. We loved hearing about the humane treatment of the bears and the care they are recieving.
Janet_L, Aug 2026
I absolutely loved this excursion! The eagles were amazing to see so upclose and personal. Such majeatic creatures! Snow owl was beautiful as well.
Bears were fun to watch. Staff at both the Raptor center and Fortress of the Bears were so informative and share many details that helped us learn a bit more.
Christian, our guide and transport person was great too! We enjoyed his commentary and kept us entertained!
Susan_T, Aug 2026
Our bus was in very bad condition, compared with the others in the company. Guide not as enthusiastic or knowledgeable as others. Fortress of the bears should be renamed Prison of the bears. The enclosures were not in a good condition and bears showing stress and anxiety. That was not what I paid to see
Jessica_C, Aug 2026
It was wonderful to learn about the fortress of the bear and Alaska Raptor center and why they were created. The Bears and the raptors are amazing
Menissa_A, Aug 2026
Darby was Fun and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the bears and the raptors very much. Would recommend.
Jaremy_K, Jul 2026
The Raptors and Fortress of the Bear were really great. The Totem pole park was interesting, but not as exciting. My tour guide, Jim, was amazing. He was personable, friendly, and relatable. He made a connection with everyone in the group and had lots of information to share. I had the best time.
Ray_W, Jul 2026
Group was easy to locate at Harrington Hall. Well organized. We traveled by passenger van to the three locations. Quick and easy access to the Raptor center and the Bear Fortress. Amazing to visit!
Charles_D, Jul 2026
This excursion highlights three of the top must sees while in Sitka. It reinforces Alaska’s commitment to respect the flora, fauna and indigenous people. We witnessed the commitment to saving and rehabilitating wildlife at the Raptor Center and Fortress of the Bear
Raptor Center/Fortress of the Bear. The stop at Totem Park, however, was an unexpected delight. We saw the totems and learned about their symbolism which was what was advertised, but our knowledgeable guide really immersed us in the total ecosystem of the park.
Amanda_T, Jul 2026
Katie was wonderful from start to finish. Greeted us with cookies , answered questions and was very friendly
Jan_B, Jul 2026
Absolutely amazing. But who made it amazing was Darby— best tour guide I’ve ever had. She just knew everything and made the tour fun.
Anita_K, Jul 2026
Very enjoyable. Our guide was fantastic. Willing to answer questions and knowledgeable. Best tour of our trip
Jim_G, Jul 2026
Lots of bald eagles and an impressive bear cage that was very exciting ! Viewing the Bears up close was very exciting as well !
David_C, Jul 2026
Darby our tour guide was so kind, knowledgable, engaged, accommodating, passionate about Sitka, wildlife, rainforest. So happy with our experience.
Alicia_M, Jun 2026
This is a must do. We got to see bears and bald eagles up close! Darby, our tour guide was crazy knowledgeable, and even went out of her way, pointing out creatures in the forest.
Fiona_S, Jun 2026
Enjoyed the three experiences, great with open time at the Totems Park to walk .. Raptors + is a service from man which nature benefits.. Too bad Alaska can't do the same for the bears.
Randy_O, Jun 2026
My family and I did a tour of the Best of Sitka and we had an amazing time. We had a party of 12 so we had our own van and got to see all cool parts of Sitka. I enjoyed seeing the bears and the Eagles. Our driver Christian was awesome! What I loved most is that this tour was offered for twice as much through the cruise line. They scare you with saying their tours will wait for you. What you will find out is the companies they use are the companies you can book yourself. I highly recommend this tour in Sitka.
Katie_F, Jun 2026
Out tour guide “Katie” was exceptional.. She is a native of Sitka, she was so full of knowledge. My husband and I believe she made the experience so enjoyable. 10/10
BL_G, Jun 2026
My son and I both loved this tour. It provides a quick hit / highlights of each stop - all of which were very good. We particularly loved the bears and bald eagles! Although we could have spent a bit more time at each stop, our tour guide Ritch was fabulous. He helped us maximize our time at each location and knew more than many of the employees about the Raptor Center history and animals. At the Totem Park he introduced us to the master carver who was in the workshop and he was connected and had great relationships with the park rangers, senior staff at each stop, etc. At his request, the park ranger brought out a sea otter pelt for us to feel. Driving between stops he regaled us with interesting local history and stories. Another wonderful feature of this tour was the small group size (6-8). Five stars!!
Tara_R, Jun 2026
This was a great little tour. I think our tour guide, Christian, did a fantastic job! Wish we could have spent more time at each spot
Collette_L, Jun 2026
This was a truly enjoyable experience! We loved being able to get so close to the bears and learn
more about them. It was both exciting and
educational, and we left with a greater appreciation for these amazing animals.
Kami_P, Jun 2026
This was a wonderful excursion with very knowledgeable staff. They were able to provide extra nuggets of info along the way and were very friendly and kind. Don't miss out on this experience...or this staff!
Hugh_F, Jun 2026
Small group with personal guide who has flexibility. Visits 3 important and interesting sites, though a bit briefly. At end of tour, option to stay at National Park site and do an easy and picturesque walk 16 minutes to center of Sitka. Tours start in Central location with cruise tenders or shuttles connecting. Fortress of the Bears is unique and fun too.
Christopher_H, Jun 2026
Our tour guide Jim matched our vibe perfectly. Best excursion. Had a group of 11 and had the tour to ourself rather than a large group.
Dena_C, Jun 2026
Perfect amount of walking. Took the free mobility shuttle to the tour meeting spot. Then rode in a large passenger van to each stop. Only 8 in our group! Darcie was the best driver and full of information. Highly recommend.
Susan_F, Jun 2026
Great guide, Mike. Saw many interesting and beautiful sites, nice pace. I really liked th Sitka National Historic Site. The Totem poles were beautiful!
Kari_S, Jun 2026
Mike was informative, sensitive to his group needs, went out of his way to support us, and very knowledgeable regarding the tour, local historical and current Sitka. Small van group of six was perfect. The three sites we visited were interesting as well as informative.
Marci_B, Jun 2026
This was a great tour filled with interesting and beautiful photo stops. The guide was personable and had information about each place we visited. We are a family of four, and even my teenagers enjoyed the day.
linda_g, Jun 2026
The tour guide was knowledgeable about the areas we visited plus more. She enhanced the tour with other relevant information.
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