Great experience with these guys! The bikes or in tiptop shape. They gave great instructions and…read moretraining on the bikes. Everything was clean, they're conveniently located right by the docks.

I did not know what to expect when I arrived in Sitka. The cruise line had all these expensive…read moreexcursions which sounded amazing, though I just wanted to enjoy the day. When I got off the boat I saw herds of people taking the "free" shuttle to town, I saw people spending a ton of money on bus tours then I saw Kings E-Bike rentals, the girl there is amazing and very helpful. We rented 2 bikes for the day and explored the town, we found amazing nature where we were all alone just to enjoy the peace of beauty of this land. The best money we spent, the best experience and the self guided tour you will find, thank you so much for providing the highlight of my most recent cruise.

Great time for the whole family! We were able to gather up enough relatives for a party of six,…read moreenabling us to have a whole boat to ourselves. Our captain Nate must be related to Aquaman - he has an uncanny ability to know how long to fish one spot before trying another. First mate Malachi kept all lines untangled, all hooks baited, and made sure our fish were cleaned/filleted beyond restaurant quality. Back ashore, Kristi and her staff kept our bellies full with just-right family comfort food, and clean, quiet 4-start equiv hotel level accommodations for rest. Would def go again! Pro tip: Bring a seasick patch (Scopolamine). I'm normally sea-sensitive, but between the patch and Nate's boatmanship, I had no problems whatsoever.

Five solid stars! This trip to Sitka and the Cascade Creek Inn exceeded all my expectations. We…read morehad a group of six friends, four from Hawaii and two from Sacramento, and we met in Sitka for what turned out to be an epic fishing adventure. The staff at the inn was friendly and accommodating from the very start it seemed that there was nothing they wouldn't do to make our stay enjoyable. Our lodging was more than comfortable with the added bonus of a fantastic view that gets even better when the sun sets. Our hosts, Rich and Karen Kraft, are the nicest couple that take the time to get to know you and make sure there isn't more they can do for you. Courtney and Cameron assists you in the day to day things like shuttling you to the boat and the market if needed. Christie is the awesome chef that provides you with delicious breakfasts and gourmet dinners. Her desserts are to die for, the cheesecake with raspberry sauce being my favorite. She even bakes cookies and crumbles for you to eat on the boat. The fishing turned out to be catching on our trip. Captain Tyler, who is the Kraft's son, is second to none in Sitka. I truly believe we boated more fish in the four days of fishing than any other charter. He expertly put us on the fish every day even when the conditions were rough, and the conditions were pretty rough the last two days. We even limited out on silvers (36) and halibut (6) on the second day by 1:00. We all went home with 92 pounds of salmon and halibut filets. Then there is Caleb our deckhand. Caleb does everything from baiting lines to netting fish to cleaning the catch and making awesome sandwiches made to order. We are very grateful to meet such a fine hardworking young man. I highly recommend this family run Inn/charter to everyone. You absolutely cannot go wrong and you will have an enjoyable experience.

I visited Alaska on a cruise and wanted to see some sites in Sitka. Sitka Wildlife Tours was…read morerecommended by someone in our group. We had a private shuttle to accommodate our group of 10. Our tour guide Brett took us to the Fortess of the Bear, the Raptor Center and the Park. Amazing centers that support the wildlife is such a great spot to visit. We had plenty of time to watch the bears communicate with one another and the staff at the centers. I also love that there are items in the gift shop that support the sanctuary so purchase those and know your purchase supports the wildlife. The Raptor center has amazing eagles, owls and other birds that are in need of medical help. Absolutely amazing to see them up close. The park has so much history on the natives, totem poles, and beautiful artifacts to see up close. If you're in Sitka I highly recommend you take this tour.

The Hubby and I were on a 7 day Alaska Cruise and Sitka was on the schedule. As usual, I scoured…read moreVIATOR looking for a private or semi-private tour to give us an in depth experience to Sitka. We ended up booking with Sitka Wildlife Tours. From our Cruise ship, we boarded a local bus (no charge/complimentary) to take us to the Chamber of Commerce meeting destination for the Wildlife tour. Very easy to follow instructions ;) We boarded the cargo mini van and Brett, our tour guide for the excursion began our Sitka adventure! The tour included visits to the Alaska Raptor Center, Fortress of the Bear Sanctuary, and the Sitka National Historical Park, featuring the iconic totem poles. Each stop offered a unique glimpse into the natural beauty and cultural richness of this incredible region. The Bear Sanctuary, is the highlight of the tour. The sanctuary is dedicated to the rehabilitation and care of orphaned and injured bears. Seeing these magnificent creatures up close was awe-inspiring. Our final stop was the Sitka National Historical Park, renowned for its impressive collection of totem poles. Walking through the park felt like stepping back in time. The totem poles, each with its own story, stood as silent sentinels of the Tlingit people's rich heritage. The park's trails offered stunning views of the surrounding forest and coastline, making it a perfect blend of culture and nature. Overall, this wildlife tour in Sitka was a remarkable adventure. The combination of breathtaking wildlife encounters and cultural exploration made it a well-rounded experience. Whether you're a nature lover, a history buff, or simply seeking an enriching getaway, this tour is a must-do when visiting Sitka, Alaska. Highly recommended! The only negative, there should be an age restriction: Fellow Travelers brought their Toddler Girl, who cried the entire time, in and outside of the Van!. Super unpleasant and very hard to hear Brett speak about the sites!

What an awesome experience!  My husband and I enjoyed this tour with Captain Gary very much.  From…read morestart to finish, it was fun and exciting.   We came from the cruise ship port by a free 10 minute shuttle. We boarded the boat which was new, clean and beautifully designed, plus it had SUPER comfortable seats.  Before we even left the local bay, we saw multiple whales and seals. We went to several areas to see more amazing whales, salmon jumping out of the water, otters and a waterfall! We were able to sit inside or go on the front or back decks for photos or to hang out a bit and observe the natural beauty around us. As a fellow nature lover, It was fun that Captain Gary was excited to see the whales as well even after having grown up in Sitka and seeing them many times before.  He was a wealth of knowledge about the wildlife and area, plus relaxed and easy going.  I appreciate the details about the whales names and that he recently found out how some were related. This was our favorite tour of our entire cruise, hands down.  We'll recommend Captain Gary's Sitka Adventures to everyone traveling to the area!

Fantastic Land & Sea Tour! The boat was new & fit 14 people comfortably & handled the waves very…read morewell. We saw several whales, sea otters, & sea lions. We then went to the land tour where we went to a park & saw several eagles & enjoyed the rainforest. We then went to the Bear Raptor Center & Eagle Raptor Center & grabbed a hotdog at the Bear place. We enjoyed both tours & saw a lot of Sitka & our driver (also named Gary) was very knowledgable about the history of Sitka & we learned a lot! Definitely recommend!

Ann Marie was out driver and she is simply fantastic. This tour operator is very local and clearly…read moretakes pride in what she does and making us feel like we're at comfortable and at home. The vans are nearly new, if not new. She is a great mother hen to keep everyone gathered together without any fuss, a splendid experience. This seems like a small and local tour operator that had a few vans driven by immediate family, this is where I really enjoy spending my money. Ann Marie gave us a true locals tour along with anecdotes from her time living here as well, giving us an alleviation for what it's truly like living in a version of paradise, much appreciated! When done back to Alaska and Sitka, will make sure to take this tour, or any other tour, they offer.

We loved our tour with this local family-owned business that really made the whole experience…read morepersonable, friendly, and knowledgeable about all of Sitka! We highly recommend!

We had the most epic day with Guide Garrett! The weather…read morewas gorgeous and the sites were stunning. Captain Conner kindly shuttled us to the dock location (a very generous exception when I misunderstood the instructions). Guide Garrett, powerful waterman of the Sitka Sound (think a younger more approachable King Triton of The Little Mermaid), created the most wonderful day. He knew pretty much everything about anything oceanic or Alaska history and ALMOST all the bird species (it was a Pigeon Guillemot, Garrett). We will never forget the memorable day (our deltoids are still living it). Thank you Adventure Sitka!

Whether you are an experienced paddler or a newbie, you will enjoy this outing. The guides are…read moreextremely friendly and helpful, and they point out the magnificent natural features of Baranof Island. The waters are generally pretty calm on the west side of the island where this tour takes place, so you can get in really close to some amazing rock formations and see all the sea urchins, starfish, eagles, moon jellies, mussels, sea lions, and other wildlife. We did not spot any whales or bears on this trip, but we didn't miss them. It was most enjoyable. You can come as you are, they have all the gear you will need.

Great tour. Elias was very flexible and had excellent ideas--just what we wanted plus some…read moreunexpected pleasures.

If you're in Sitka, I highly recommend calling Tidal Taxi! My family and I were visiting without…read moreany pre-booked excursions, and Tidal Taxi was a fantastic find. The driver responded quickly and transported us from the Raptor Center to Fortress of the Bear. Along the way, he made several scenic stops so we could hop out, take pictures, and enjoy the views. He was also incredibly knowledgeable and answered all of our questions about the town. If you're looking for reliable and friendly transportation in Sitka, Tidal Taxi is the way to go!

We had a great tour and Michelle was very friendly and knowledgeable. We were so glad we did it.read more

Using Martin's Taxi & Tours was the right choice for us for many reasons. We arrived by cruise…read moreship, Michelle picked us up from the cruise port, which meant we didn't have to wait for a crowded bus ride to town. Since we got off in the morning hours, this also put us in front of all the crowds to visit Fortress of the Bear. Michelle also took us to places that the cruise line tours don't go. Since she lives in Sitka, she can show you and tell you many things that those big bus driver's cannot. She took us to places where we could get great photos and see areas that were clear of people, showed us different neighborhoods and areas of town, this made for such a nice relaxing morning. Michelle then dropped us off downtown so we could walk around and do a little shopping. We wound up taking the bus back to the cruse port. Michelle can take you back to the cruise port though, if you choose. She is very flexible and will work with you to provide the type of tour that will work for you. What I liked most about this tour is that my dollars when to support the local economy and Michelle also gave us some tips on who we could purchase items from that would also support the local economy and people. If you are on the fence about booking, it's worth every penny to book Michelle for your own private tour of the island. You won't regret it.

Lani was the best. She worked us into here routes whenever she could, gave us suggestions for…read moreworking us into her routes, we got advice on picking up and cooking crab, etc. Always on time and definitely a plus on our visit to Sitka. Highly recommended!!!

Excellent, professional, friendly service! Lani is very welcoming, friendly and attentive to make…read moresure we had an enjoyable 2.5 hr tour of Sitka from one end of town to the other. She had a very informative narrative on Sitka history, historical places and great food/restaurant recommendations. She loves to garden & cook and told us about using Sitka spruce in cooking, picking Salmon Berries and other edible plant delectables. We had a great time and I'd recommend Bayside Taxi to anyone looking for an enjoyable van tour.

Was part of a group of 8, including 1 in a wheelchair. The driver and owner, Jerry, was wonderful!…read moreHad great ideas of where to go, very accommodating to the different wants of the group. He was able to make it happen for us! Very kind, knowledgeable and all around nice guy! Highly recommend. We found out about him at the port. Would use again!

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