Private Alaska Native Wildlife & Scenic Experience..

Broaden your horizons: CustomIze Tour Tour? We are an Alaskan Native (Haida) owned and operated guide service in beautiful Ketchikan, Alaska, specializing in small group tours that will enhance your knowledge about the rich culture and history of the Haida & Tlingit people. You can’t experience Ketchikan without spotting some wildlife, so we have 3 stops just for possible sightings of bears, salmon, and eagles. You will also learn all about the history behind the iconic totem poles of Alaska as we explore the Totem Heritage Center and hear legendary stories that have been passed down for generations. All vans are equipped with microphones so everyone can enjoy the great narration of everything Ketchikan and Haida. We will also show you what medicinal plants and berries are edible as we travel through the Rainforest in comfy van. Traveling with us means no questions are left unanswered and that you leave Ketchikan satisfied with your cultural experience.

1. 1

   Ketchikan

   15 min

   Ketchikan City Highlight's

2. 2

   Totem Bight State Historical Park

   45 min

   Totems, skillfully carved by artists in Southeast Alaska, reflect these resources with symbolic characters carved on totem poles and on the community house at Totem Bight. This guide will introduce some of the characters carved on the poles. Despite early misunderstanding by European missionaries, totem poles were not worshipped; they were silent storytellers. There was no written language. Wildlife sightings are unpredictable and are not guaranteed.

3. 3

   Salmon Ladder

   15 min

   See salmon make their way up Ketchikan Creek using the famous salmon ladder!

4. 4

   Herring Cove

   45 min

   This famous bear viewing area is the perfect place to spot black bears and eagles fishing for salmon. There are many mother bears that bring their cubs here as well so be on the lookout! (Bears like all wildlife are unpredictable)

5. 5

   Rotary Beach Park

   30 min

   Possible Whale sightings with tidal poles at low tide. Scenic view of Nicholes Passage and the Gateway to the Gulf of Alaska.

6. 6

   Creek Street

   5 min

   A short stop at Creek Street with Historical facts of days gone before statehood.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.