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Alaska Wildlife Waterfall Tours

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Ketchikan, USA

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

These tours run in 2 high top transit vans with water and small snacks available. Our guides are very knowledgeable about the area will answer questions during tours and at each stop. We pick up at Ward Cove 30 minutes prior to tour time and Downtown at tour time.
First stop is Rotary Beach this stop gives great scenery with small sea creatures. (Sea stars, small crab, Small Fish) This beach is rocky flat shoes are best.
Next is Herring cove this is the best spot to find Black Bear, Eagle, Harbor seal, and Salmon.
Last is the South end Waterfall this does have a small inclined hill of about 5 feet. (The waterfall is visible from the van)
We do not guarantee Wildlife. The best time for wildlife is mid June-end September. Also provided for those rainy days rain ponchos.

What's Included

  • Snacks Water Bottle, Pretzel pack, and small candy available

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    What To Expect

    Herring Cove

    Best chance to see wildlife (Bear, Eagle, Deer, and Salmon). This is in our Tongass National Rain Forest with a Creek running up to our salmon spawning grounds.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ketchikan

    Our Beautiful Waterfall that runs year round. 10 miles out of down town Ketchikan. After a rain you will get wet standing next to it.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Rotary Beach

    At low tide we will explore the beach looking for Crab, Starfish, Sculpin fish (bullhead fish), Sea Urchin, Sea Anemone.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alaska Wildlife Waterfall Tours?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (AKST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-434430P2

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    • SnacksWater Bottle, Pretzel pack, and small candy available

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • 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 (AKST).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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