"Catch of the day" Whale-watching, Icy strait point, Hoonah
Overview
We specialize in whale watching in small groups, 6 to 16 passengers totals on our tours, This allows for a more personalized experience and why most people chose our tours over other competitors. Our vessels are 32 and 38 feet long" and 6 to 16 passengers, Our competitors are 38 feet with over 30 passengers. If you want to feel like sardines in a can or like cattle being herded together then our competitors are the choice for you. We provide Pickup and drop off from just outside the cruise ship facility.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- Takes the average walker approximately 10-15 minuets to walk from the ship to the pickup location
- Out of respect for all travelers, please arrive at pick up location on time.
- Pick up location is just past the City of Hoonah Visitor Info Booth on port property
- All Fees and Taxes
- Activity - (Strictly- No children under 5 years of age)
- Pick up time is 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR DEPARTURE TIME
Meeting and Pickup
***Pick up time is 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR DEPARTURE TIME******we DO NOT pickup at the Excursion Hub******PRINT OUT OR SCREEN SHOT DIRECTIONS TO PICKUP LOCATION PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AS THERE IS NO CELL SERVICE AT ICY STRAIT POINT PORT***ALLOW ENOUGH TIME TO GET FROM YOUR SHIP TO THE PICK UP LOCATION. ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE TO RIDE THE GONDOLA FROM THE WILDERNESS DOCK TO THE MAIN PORT.If you are docked at the OCEAN LANDING DOCK it will take the average walker about 10-15 minutes to walk across the port to the pickup location by the Main Gate/Shuttle Bus Round About. Walk along the boardwalk. Enter either the Cannery Museum or the Alaska Gift Shop building. Walk ALL THE WAY THROUGH either building and exit at the end. Continue past Lil Gen's Doughnut Shop, past the "Ticket" booth and continue to the Main Shuttle Bus Round About surrounded by large logs. On the far side of Round About exit between City of Hoonah Visitor Info Booth and red Security shack. Driver will be there with White Catch of the Day sign.If you are docked at the WILDERNESS DOCK you will need to allow time for the line at the FREE green gondola from the ship dock into the main port area. Exit the gondola and take the small gravel path to the Excursion Hub. Go THROUGH the Excursion Hub, past the Restrooms and enter either the Alaska Gift Shop or the Cannery Museum. Walk ALL THE WAY THROUGH the building and exit. Continue walking past Lil Gen's Doughnut Shop, past the "Ticket" booth toward the main shuttle bus round about circled by large logs. On the far side of the Round About exit between the City of Hoonah Visitor Info booth and red Security shack. Driver will be on other side of Security shack with white Catch of the Day sign.
What To Expect
All passengers need to be at our pickup location *30* minutes prior to tour time departure! We pick up passengers from the cruise ship port, 16 at a time. The drive from the cruise ship port to the harbor is 5-10 minutes. The tour is 3 hours this includes pickup and drop off to cruise ship port, from start to finish to find Humpback whales, porpoise, sea otters, eagles, seals, brown bear, deer and, possibly, orcas. There is no telling what we may see while out on tour. Our vessel is a 38 foot Power Cat that has bench seating, a heated cab, and an aft deck for viewing the wildlife. There is a restroom on board with a marine head. A big selling point for our tour is the lack of sea sickness. Our vessel rolls 78% less then the traditional mono hull. Our captain has over 30 years of experience. You will have a personalized, small group tour that is informative and comfortable.
Note: Strictly - No children under 5 years of age.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No children under 5 years of age
- Not limited mobility accessible
- Pick up is 30 minutes PRIOR to tour time. Please plan accordingly.
- Requires 10-20 min of easy walking through port to pick up location
- Pick up location is just past the City of Hoonah Visitor Info Booth on port property
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(9)Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
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Activity code: C-12346P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Alaska customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on “Catch of the day” Whale-watching, Icy strait point, Hoonah. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks.
- Private transportation.
- Takes the average walker approximately 10-15 minuets to walk from the ship to the pickup location.
- Out of respect for all travelers, please arrive at pick up location on time.
- Pick up location is just past the City of Hoonah Visitor Info Booth on port property.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Activity - (Strictly- No children under 5 years of age).
- Pick up time is 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR DEPARTURE TIME.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the "Catch of the day" Whale-watching, Icy strait point, Hoonah is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for “Catch of the day” Whale-watching, Icy strait point, Hoonah will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Alaska. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- Takes the average walker approximately 10-15 minuets to walk from the ship to the pickup location
- Out of respect for all travelers, please arrive at pick up location on time.
- Pick up location is just past the City of Hoonah Visitor Info Booth on port property
- All Fees and Taxes
- Activity - (Strictly- No children under 5 years of age)
- Pick up time is 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR DEPARTURE TIME
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No children under 5 years of age
- Not limited mobility accessible
- Pick up is 30 minutes PRIOR to tour time. Please plan accordingly.
- Requires 10-20 min of easy walking through port to pick up location
- Pick up location is just past the City of Hoonah Visitor Info Booth on port property
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
