Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking
Overview
Spend your time in port in Ketchikan paddling through the waters of the Pacific Ocean and discovering Alaska's Eagle Island. On this shore excursion, you'll have the opportunity to glimpse a vast array of wildlife, such as Alaskan starfish, bald eagles, humpback whales and orca whales. A perfect opportunity to explore Ketchikan's beautiful scenery awaits!
What's Included
- Use of all necessary equipment
- Sea kayak tour
- Port pickup and drop off
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
**Please arrive no later than THE TOUR TIME.** Our representative will be expecting you then at "The Rock " (a life sized bronze statue of people). "The Rock" is located on Berth 2 which is opposite the corner of Mission and Front Streets. Our representative will be holding a sign that says the name of your tour, "Alaska Boatman Tour" or " Eagle Island Sea Kayaking". Please allow yourself up to 15 minutes from the time you disembark the cruise ship to locate the meeting point depending which cruise ship berth you are arriving on. See below for Ward Cove Dock arrival (Norwegian Cruise Lines and Oceana Cruise Lines)Ward Cove Guests(Norwegian and Oceana Cruise Lines): If your tour time is earlier than 9am we would like to pick you up at Ward Cove. If your tour time is after 9am you have time to visit town before your tour if you like. For Norwegian ships this is often your only chance to see downtown Ketchikan, take the free shuttle from Ward Cove Dock(be sure to give yourself 45 min from the time you hop on the shuttle until the tour meeting/start time.. At 9am the shuttle line can be very long! Early bird gets the worm! The Shuttle (15-20 min ride) will drop you off on Dock 4 and it is a 10-15 min walk to Dock 2 to meet at "The Rock" described above or you can request to be picked up at Ward Cove, Just call us. Please keep in mind if you're getting picked up at Ward Cove Dock we will be there 10-15 minutes after the meeting time listed above(WE RECOMMEND THIS FOR ALL EARLY MORNING TOURS 7:00 - 9:15am). For a Ward Cove pick up you will meet inside of the Ward Cove terminal in the back right corner of the building next to the garage door and the bathrooms. Look for our representative who will show up in the garage doorway with a sign with your TOUR name on it. "Alaska Boatman Tour" or "Eagle Island Sea Kayaking".**Please call the tour operator the morning of your excursion if you would like to be picked up at Ward Cove rather than downtown.**
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Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Passenger restrictions: Maximum Height: 6'6" inches Maximum Weight: 230 pounds Minimum Age: 8 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (11)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-5324PRTSEA
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Frequently Asked Questions (11)
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Alaska’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If 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.
- Use of all necessary equipment.
- Sea kayak tour.
- Port pickup and drop off.
- Professional guide.
- Gratuities.
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 Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Eagle Island Sea Kayaking 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
- Use of all necessary equipment
- Sea kayak tour
- Port pickup and drop off
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Passenger restrictions: Maximum Height: 6'6" inches Maximum Weight: 230 pounds Minimum Age: 8 years
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
