Ketchikan Rainforest Canoe and Nature Walk

Explore Ketchikan the way the natives did on this rainforest canoe trip and nature walk. On this 3.5-hour Alaskan tour, paddle through a pristine lake in the Tongass National Forest while learning about Ketchikan's history and natural beauty from your expert guide. Take a short walk through the rainforest with your guide and learn about the forest's flora and fauna. Don't forget to keep your eyes out for native Alaskan wildlife!

1. 1

   Tongass National Forest

   30 min

   During a stop ashore, your knowledgeable guide will lead a short nature walk highlighting the flora and fauna of the rainforest, including a carnivorous plant, the Sundew, which uses it’s tentacles to ensnare small insects. After paddling back, guests re-board the motorcoach and return to the cruise ship pier.

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   Stop 2

   1.5 hours

   The adventure begins with a scenic motorcoach tour to a secluded mountain lake nestled within the Tongass National Forest. There, you will board an Alaska Native-style canoe and embark on your adventure. The 37-foot, traditional Alaskan canoes are fast, stable, and easy to maneuver. Paddle through lush rainforest under the direction of an experienced guide while scanning the shoreline of Lake Harriet Hunt for wildlife and discover the unique natural and cultural history of the area.

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please indicate your ship or hotel name when booking your tour
• Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
• Children must weigh at least 40 lbs (18 kg) in order to fit into required life jackets
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.