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Alaskan Bear Encounter by Land & Sea

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Overview

The Neets Bay Bear Observatory is closed to the public without a permit. Our company has the exclusive rights to the permits which means that only a select number of guests will get to experience this.

Guests will experience something few people ever will being in safe but close proximity to bears in the wild.

What's Included

  • Snack

    Meeting Location

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    Front Street
    Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

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    What To Expect

    Ketchikan

    You will enjoy a fully narrated coach tour from downtown Ketchikan (or Ward Cove dependent upon your ship) to Clover Pass Lodge, the oldest operating fishing lodge in the state of Alaska.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Clover Pass Resort

    Upon arrival you will board our comfortable boat, fully enclosed and meet your Captain and crew. You'll be whisked away into the wilderness for a one hour exploration of the wild and wonderful Tongass National Forest, all from the comfort of your boat.
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    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Alaska

    Our destination is Neets Bay Bear Observatory. We will arrive at the mouth of a salmon spawning stream and then enjoy a walk through the incredible forest, fully guided.You'll then arrive at the observatory where we will stay on the lookout for bears feeding in the stream. While we do see bears 99% of the time, WILDLIFE IS NEVER Guaranteed.You'll spend 30 minutes quietly observing these magnificent creatures before we make our way back to the boat.
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ketchikan

    Fully narrated boat tour return to Clover Pass Lodge
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Ketchikan

    Fully narrated coach return to downtown Ketchikan
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Alaskan Bear Encounter by Land & Sea?

    A: If 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. Read more Feb 2023

    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-295647P3

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    Average 4.80 out of 5 stars based on 71 traveler reviews collected by Cool Alaska and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Alaskan Bear Encounter by Land & Sea?
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    If 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
    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Alaskan Bear Encounter by Land & Sea?
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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 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.
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    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Snack.
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    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    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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    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If 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 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Alaskan Bear Encounter by Land & Sea is as follows:

    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Alaskan Bear Encounter by Land & Sea 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!

     

     

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    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers

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