We did the wildlife waterfall tour with Pam and 10,000/10 highly recommend! She was so fun and…read moreknowledgeable. Even if we hadn't seen bears, eagles, and (kind of close up to a) whale, it would have been a great trip. So very happy we booked, great tour. THANK YOU!!

Went on a tour June, 28. She was rude, Rushed us, and not in a good mood. The comfy Dodge Caravan…read morewas the only good thing about the tour. The Bald Eagles as well. If were ever back we'll go with Sourdough Tours.

We had such an amazing time on our boat tour in Ketchikan! This was easily one of the highlights of…read moreour Alaska trip. The scenery was absolutely beautiful, and being out on the water gave us a completely different view of Ketchikan and the surrounding mountains and coastline. The crew was friendly, welcoming, and very knowledgeable about the area. They made the experience fun and relaxing, and you could tell they genuinely wanted everyone onboard to have a great time. We also really appreciated how they shared information about the local wildlife, history, and community along the way. If you're visiting Ketchikan on an Alaska cruise and looking for something memorable to do, I would definitely recommend taking a boat tour. Beautiful views, great people, and an unforgettable Alaska experience. We would absolutely do it again! Highly recommended!

This was an awesome experience! Great way to see the sights, learn some history, and get a huge…read moredose of terribly awesome Dad jokes. Felt like I was on the Alaskan version of the Jungle Cruise and I loved it! Abigail was our tour guide and Frank was our driver. They were funny and engaging. I would absolutely recommend! I bought tickets from Viator which was WAY less expensive than what our cruise Shore Excursions were charging, and slightly cheaper than the online rate from Ketchikan Duck Tours directly.

GREAT LITTLE STROLL! 4.8…read more This has got to be one of the cutest port stops we've visited in recent times! Ketchikan, known as Alaska's "First City," is proud to be home to Creek Street, a charming boardwalk steeped in colorful history. Built over the water and perched along the rocky shores of Ketchikan Creek, Creek Street is lined with historic buildings painted in vibrant colors. The soothing sounds of the flowing water make for a peaceful and picturesque stroll. Creek Street began as a hub for miners seeking gold before evolving into a center for fishing and logging. Perhaps the most "interesting" chapter in its history was its reputation as Ketchikan's red-light district. You can learn all about this fascinating past at Dolly's House Museum. Just steps away from the cruise ship docks, Creek Street is a wonderful place to explore. It is quite touristy, with prices to match, but nonetheless, the area is filled with restaurants, art galleries, gift shops, and museums. Depending on the day, Ketchikan can welcome anywhere from one to six cruise ships (four walk-off berths in downtown and two docks located eight miles north of downtown). Luckily, we had only two ships in port, which meant fewer crowds. Many visitors book excursions, so not everyone is exploring Creek Street at the same time. Earlier in the day, we took a private tour of Ketchikan's sights before returning to Creek Street when the weather was sunny and absolutely gorgeous. I would recommend booking an excursion while in Ketchikan, then exploring Creek Street afterward. A leisurely walk along the boardwalk takes only about 15-20 minutes without stopping. However, if you plan to browse the shops and tour Dolly's House, allow at least an hour to fully enjoy the experience.

This is an amazing tourist destination in Ketchikan. The cute boardwalk allows you to explore the…read morehistory, art, culture, nature of the area. It's extremely photogenic. This area used to be a red light district, but was reborn as a tourist attraction. You can read about its transformation on interpretive panels scattered through the path through. You can also read more about the salmon and other animals that call this place home. The salmon were migrating though when I visited, so the river was full of them, as well as a few seals snagging a large meal! You can spend a lot of time just nature watching here. Don't forget to browse the gift shops and stop by at the museum. There are also small cafes around - while not technically on Creek Street, you should grab a salmon crepe from the Alaska Crepe Co. You won't regret it.

I can't really speak to the booking process or cost of the tour, as my mom (aka our travel agent)…read moreplanned the trip and all of our excursions. What I can speak to is our incredible driver, Spencer. He is a young man with a wonderful personality and a genuine warmth about him. He kept the tour engaging, shared information throughout the trip, and made the experience enjoyable from start to finish. We visited the Saxman Totem Park, and Spencer accompanied our group through the tour, which was a nice touch. He also assured us that we could safely leave our personal belongings on the bus while we explored, which provided peace of mind and made the experience even more convenient. Spencer's positive attitude and excellent customer service were a highlight of our day. Thank you for helping make our visit so memorable!

We did this tour on June 9, 2023. Our tour guide was WONDERFUL! She took us to the places that we…read morewanted to see and answered so question that we had. We even saw a pod of Orcas on this trip--so exciting!

This destination was combined with the lumberjack show booked through Celebrity shore excursion…read moreonline. It's on private property where a Tlingit fishing camp used to sit. Everything is recreated including the tribal house and clan houses. There are various cedar totem poles, and a carving workshop. There's a private car collection on property and a gun museum next to the gift shop. Our driver/tour guide walked us through. He gave us a narrative on the houses, and explained the raven's role in Tlingit's culture. I'm not sure I would make a point of coming on my own although we learned a lot. We were dropped back off at the pier.

This park was covered as part of the tour we purchased onshore, I assume it's included as part of…read morethe cruise ship offered tours as well but it's always cheaper to buy a tour directly off the ship. Park is decent sized with several totem poles, a totem pole carving workshop, native clan houses, some vintage cars and a gift shop. Due to the abundant rain Ketchikan is blessed with, this park is covered in lush greenery. You definitely need a guide to help explain the history behind the totem poles, the clan houses and all the other stories. On the whole it will take less than an hour to cover the entire park. The gift store is great as well and surprisingly very reasonably priced compared to the other touristy places. They had several totem poles in various sizes on sale in addition to the regular tourist store items.

My family found Aaron and struck up a conversation. He took us to a few really amazing local places…read morein Ketchikan. On our trip we saw some cool wildlife, scenic landscapes and recommendations that only a local can give you. We appreciated hood stories and insight. Recommend him for families and groups wanting a locals experience.

From the owner: Best tours in Ketchikan! Tour beautiful Ketchikan with a local who knows his way around, and see…read moregorgeous scenery, exotic wildlife, and enjoy all the best Ketchikan has to offer!

Our tour with Bianca from Emerald Forest Tours was fantastic. She gave us a wonderful, personalized…read moretour of the Ketchikan area in a comfortable van. We saw bald eagles, harbor seals, and even a black bear! The visit to the totem pole park was very interesting, and Bianca's knowledge of the area's history and nature made the experience special. Highly recommended for a great overview of the area.

Bianca was Awesome! Look for that green Van and just do it. Very personable and authentic Alaskin…read moretouring experience.

They cancelled our reservation of 8 but refunded only 4. They claim they refunded all 8 but we…read morenever got the credit for the 2nd 4. Do not use a debit card with them as you cannot get the bank to reverse/refund it. Also, they are quite rude in communications. We attempted to contact them multiple times and never got a response for weeks. Then they come back and say we are "harassing" them.

We had a fantastic time with Emily, our tour guide on the Wilderness zodiac Quest. We booked the…read morefirst trip of the morning and our group was very small, which made for a great time. The van picks you up and drops you off at the cruise docks, so no worries about transportation. They were very conscientious about getting us back to the boat on time. The cannery was a cool and unique venue, which included snacks and drinks after the zodiac ride. They have all the equipment needed to stay warm and dry. Emily was extremely knowledgeable and personable, which made for a great experience. We saw eagles, seals, deer, and of course, stunning scenery. 10/10 would recommend this, it was one of the highlights of our Alaska trip.

This was such a fun tour to go on an actual boat from the deadliest catch show! The fishermen on…read morethe boat were actual retired fishermen who had a lifetime of experience. They had some great stories! We got to see them haul in a crab pot, hold actual crabs, and see a squid. It even inked! My husband and I were so happy we decided on this tour. It was well worth it!

Have never seen the show and knew nothing about this tour, but a couple at our table on our Disney…read moreWonder cruise to Alaska last week told us about this trip, and we were lucky there was still room available. The entire trip was three hours. It was educational, funny, enjoyable with lots of interesting information: the history of the boat, the area; the ability to hold different types of crabs and other sea life, eat some fresh crab, all provided by the exceptional crew of the.Alutian Ballad. We saw a ton of eagles by Annette Island, and were given plenty of photo opportunities throughout the trip. Really cannot say enough positive things about the trip, and the entire crew, specifically, David, the big D, and Captain Ron. Also, the nicest restrooms I have ever been in on a boat, other than a cruise ship lol I would definitely go back on this trip again in a heartbeat. Thank you to the entire crew.