Absolutely recommend doing your whale watching tour with Catch of the Day!…read more They take smaller groups which allows you to get some really great photos and to chat with the knowledgeable crew about the area. We got to follow a humpback right away and also saw some bears on the shore which gave us bragging rights when we got back. Plus they pick you up in a LIMO! What a fun extra touch. I get sea sick very easily on smaller boats and I didn't have any problems on this ride. Thanks so much to the Catch of the Day team for such a memorable experience!

This was such a great trip! We saw a humpback within minutes of leaving the harbor. Then they…read moregot word in a pod of Orcas so we went there. We stayed for quite a while and had orcas surfacing all around and very close to the boat. On the way back we passed a group of sea otters, were successful on a bear hunt and a huge bald eagle. Great trip. Great crew!

Everything went well. Captain seth is very attentive and helpful. And being on smaller boats makes…read moreit so much more personal. He was delightful and kind and tried really hard to find animals for us.

What an amazing experience to have your own personal chartered boat in Icy Point Strait. It is…read moreworth every to have the opportunity to venture in any direction the wildlife might be. We weren't on the boat 10 minutes and saw various Bald Eagles. A few more minutes and there were two bears foraging on the shore line. Seth was able to bring the boat up close enough for a great vantage of these majestic creatures. We then continued to explore the ocean for humpback whales... and there were plenty! Numerous pods of these magical mammals surrounded us for about an hour. On our return of the voyage we passed sea otters and a group of sea lions lounging on a buoy! Captain Seth was a sheer delight to work with coordinating our trip. The images we captured will remain in our memories for a lifetime!

The whale watching tour was amazing! We go to see about 13 whales bubble net feeding, it was…read moreunbelievable. We also saw several otters and sea lions. Captain Denise was knowledgeable and thoughtful in sharing information about Hoonah. Annalisa, the naturalist on board, was very knowledgeable about the whales. We learned a lot! The boat was clean and comfortable. Our 5 year old and 7 year old loved this tour.

Somehow, I managed to book the wrong tour. I thought this was a walking/hiking tour to look for…read morebears, but it turned out to be a three-hour drive in a van with limited space, windows that did not open, and was either too hot for some or too cold for others. The driver/tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Unfortunately, at best, some of us saw the rear end of a bear running off the road into the bush. The rest of us saw nothing. There were some eagles at a distance and a buck far, far away. We stopped several times and spoke to other van drivers, and it seemed like sightings that day were very infrequent. While it's not anyone's responsibility (tour company or cruise line), it would be helpful to guest comfort if we were reminded to bring bug spray with us when leaving the ship. After we took the tram to the waiting area, everyone was eaten alive while waiting for their next mode of transportation.

I'm not surprised to see they have a perfect 5 out of 5 star rating on Yelp…read more I'll add five more stars to it! This trip was amazing, one of the best highlights of the cruise. The crew is so passionate and well informed about all of the wildlife (whales, bears, eagles, etc - we saw them all). It was almost a spiritual event. Couldn't recommend enough!

We booked this whale watching though our cruise ship and it did not disappoint…read more The crew was amazing. Gave such great information. We saw humpback whales, Stellar Sea Lions, porpoises, harbor seals and even a couple of bears! It was a great day out on the water in Icy Strait Point!

My family and I went whale watching with Hoonah Matata on 7/29 and we had a wonderful experience…read more Captain Jaromy knew just where to go to find a bunch of humpback whales that we're all around us the entire afternoon. The vessel is fast, brand new, and provides a much more nimble and private experience than you get on the larger boat tours my extended family went on. We even got to see a bunch of bald eagles fishing as we watched the whales. If you want an intimate whale watching tour with a knowledgeable and friendly crew, Hoonah Matata is the way to go.

From the owner: We offer private and small group (maximum 6 passengers) excursions to see some of the most scenic…read morenature and wildlife Southeast Alaska has to offer! Get away from the crowds of the large tour excursions and join us on a private, off-the-beaten-path excursion!

Our whale watching tour with Hoonah Whale Tours was one of the absolute highlights of our Alaska…read morevacation! From the moment we booked, we could tell they genuinely cared about their guests. What impressed us the most was how incredibly accommodating they were. Since we had to return to our cruise ship on time, they contacted other passengers and adjusted the tour schedule so we wouldn't have to worry about missing our ship. That level of customer service is exceptional and gave us great peace of mind. The tour itself exceeded our expectations. The captain is friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the local wildlife and the Hoonah community. We were incredibly fortunate to see whales, orcas, bald eagles, sea otters, and sea lions--all in one trip! The captain made sure everyone had a great view while providing aome information about the animals and surroundings. They also provided complimentary snacks, which was a thoughtful touch and added to the overall experience. Knowing that Hoonah Whale Tours is a family-run business made the experience even more special. Their hospitality, professionalism, and genuine care for their guests truly set them apart. If you're visiting Icy Strait Point or Hoonah, don't hesitate to book with them. It was one of the best excursions of our Alaska cruise, and we would absolutely choose Hoonah Whale Tours again!

I cannot say enough great things about this experience. Captain Joardan was amazing at getting us…read moreclose to humpback whales and 2 Orca whales. Lots of other wildlife was seen as we cruised out along the coastline. His better half picked us up to take us the short ride to his boat. She happens to be an amazing baker and had fresh blueberry muffins made with wild blueberries they pick! Our boat had 6 of us so allowed us to move freely. I get motion sick and it was super smooth as to not cause me any concerns! Book directly with them vs thru second party. I have sent many people their way and would definitely book again if ever back in Alaska.

This was a great tour. There were a variety of birds and other wildlife seen. We saw a lot of…read moreEagles. The guide was knowledgeable about the birds a other wildlife. I recommend this tour.

Booked this tour through my cruise line and I'm so glad I did. I had an amazing day with Amy. She…read moreis extremely knowledgeable about all the birds that are native to Alaska. We saw so many beautiful birds. Her passenger van was extremely clean and she had water & snacks for us. She even has a spotting scope to get a really great view of birds far away. Would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone who loves nature & birds.

A must-do adventure! Remo made our fishing adventure the trip of a lifetime! Remo and Pete took…read moreexceptional care of our family. Everyone caught a fish and we learned so much about Hoonah. Don't miss out...

The most amazing nature experience. Remo and Pete showed this city girl and my family how to fish…read moreand navigate bear country. Definitely recommend to any one wanting to experience the real Alaska