Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure
Overview
Be the captain of your own Zodiac boat on this Alaskan wilderness adventure from Ketchikan! Follow your guide along gorgeous bays, past lush islands, and deep into inlets, keeping an eye out for wildlife such as whales, eagles and bears along the way. Stop by a beach for a warm snack and take home an Alaskan boatman certificate to commemorate your amazing experience.
This small-group tour is limited to four people, ensuring you’ll received personalized attention from your guide.
What's Included
- Snacks and drinks
- Zodiac Gear: skiff suit, dry bags, boots, socks, gloves and life jacket
- Professional guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
We will meet you at the departure time downtown Ketchikan on dock 2 at The Rain gauge next to the bronze statue of people called "The Rock" or Ward Cove Dock (:15-:20 min after the original start time, in the back right corner of the ward cove building next to the garage doors and the restrooms, look for a representative holding the tour sign "Alaska Boatman Tour". Please keep your phone on
What To Expect
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Southeast Exposure Outdoor Adventure Center
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Minimum age is 8 years
- All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking. Maximum weight per person is 350 lbs (159 kg).
- Boots, socks, gloves, skiff suit, waterproof bags and a life jacket are provided
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure?
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Activity code: C-5324BOAT
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Average 4.85 out of 5 stars based on 106 traveler reviews collected by Cool Alaska and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Alaska customers.
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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- 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 and drinks.
- Zodiac Gear: skiff suit, dry bags, boots, socks, gloves and life jacket.
- Professional guide.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- 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 8. 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 Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Alaska Boatman Adventure with Southeast Exposure 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 and drinks
- Zodiac Gear: skiff suit, dry bags, boots, socks, gloves and life jacket
- Professional guide
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Minimum age is 8 years
- All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking. Maximum weight per person is 350 lbs (159 kg).
- Boots, socks, gloves, skiff suit, waterproof bags and a life jacket are provided
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
