We had a wonderful time on our ATV tour with Sitka Adventure Outfitters! The adventure began with a…read morescenic boat ride across Sitka Sound to Kruzof Island. Along the way, our captain shared interesting facts about the area while we spotted bald eagles, sea otters, whales, and seals. Once we arrived, we enjoyed a fun and scenic ATV ride through the island's beautiful landscape. The entire experience was well organized, and the staff was friendly and welcoming. As an added bonus, the office is just a short walk from the cruise shuttle drop-off and conveniently located near the shops in downtown Sitka. We highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Sitka!

What an amazing experience with the owner Ken & guide Neel. What a wealth of knowledge & beautiful…read moretrip touring by boat and ATV. We saw amazing wildlife. The next day we went fly fishing and again we were impressed with their expertise. Everyone caught fish. We highly recommend this company!

Highly recommend spend a couple of hours with Captain Rick of Sitka Sound Tours. Its a small group…read moretour on a comfortable boat offering both inside and outside seating. Rick described sights in Sitka as we navigated to a cove where the whales were feeding. Sighted other wildlife along the way. Also enjoyed listening to Rick talk about his and wife's upbringing in Sitka and life there for their family. Family run business that leaves right from where the bus drops cruise passengers off in downtown. Would certainly book again!

I would highly recommend this tour. We had a very personal experience and The captain was…read moredetermined to get us where we could see as much wildlife as possible. I can't say enough about our experience. He grew up in the area and his experience in the water was reassuring. I would give him a 10 if it were an option

It was delightful! Capt Jack and Anya (sp?) were great guides. We saw lots of whales, eagles, sea…read moreotters, salmon, and sea lions. The food at fin island was awesome!

First off, I need that hot chocolate recipe. That was divine, like it really competed with the…read morewhales for my attention. Wow! We saw orcas and bubble netting humpbacks and gorgeous mountain views. Even though it was a huge boat, due to the diligence of the crew and a bit of teamwork from everyone on board, there was always something to see. And Captain Greg was phenomenal at bringing us closer to the action, that was some impressive maneuvering.

Great experience did an awesome job accompanying my 80 year old father in law. Plus we caught lots…read moreof fish!!!

Everything went very smoothly from booking to cleaning and packaging the fish…read more Very polite and helpful. Can't wait to go back !

My family and I was on an alaskian cruise on a vacation. We were passing by this science center…read more The cost was about $2 a person. There is alot of hand on experiences. Touching the sea creatures like starfishes, hermit crabs and sea amenities. Great experience for all ages

Honestly, it's better for families with young children. The main attraction is the touch tanks full…read moreof sea stars, sea anemones & urchins, sea cucumbers, sea snails, and more. They advise you to use a short & gentle 2 finger touch. I didn't touch any of them. Lol! I was just happy to see these colorful creatures walking all over their tank. As you enter, you'll see a large orca skeleton hanging over the tanks. I didn't get a picture of it, but you can see it in the reflection off the touch tanks in some of the videos. I enjoyed seeing the grouchy looking sculpin, as well as the sweet wolf eel named Wanda. She's actually quite adorable until she shows her teeth. What's interesting is that she's not really an eel. She's a fish. She came out of her home to greet me. How sweet! It was also cool to see the colorful rockfish. There's more, but I won't ruin it for you. We didn't get to see the salmon hatchery. We were too early for salmon spawning season. It's a better value to wait until the summer months to see it. The admission price was higher than what has previously been mentioned in reviews. It didn't come with a tour. They offer a behind the scenes tour for an additional charge. The proceeds help to maintain the facilities and programs. Would I visit the aquarium again? Probably not. It's a one-time experience for me. There's a gift shop next door that also houses Ludvig's Chowder Cart. The buildings are located on Sage Beach near the Sea Walk trail. It's a beautiful area!

Captain Mike and Eric always provide a fun and eventful fishing experience. I have fished with…read morethem 9 or 10 times, and have never been disappointed. This year, the cohos were not in as strong as normal, but we were able to grind it out and catch a slew of salmon (including 10 kings), black cod, and halibut. The Sea Roamer is a very stable boat which helps people like me who take a couple of days to get their sea legs. Fish on!!!

This was our fifth fishing trip with Captain Mike Reif aboard the Sea Roamer in Sitka, Alaska, and…read moreonce again, Mike delivered an absolutely outstanding experience. At this point, we've fished with enough guides to know the difference between a good charter captain and a truly exceptional one--and Mike is in a class of his own. The fact that we keep coming back year after year says everything. Mike consistently works harder than anyone to put his clients on fish, and he never disappoints. His knowledge of the local waters, tides, weather patterns, and fish behavior is second to none. Every trip feels like fishing with a trusted friend who also happens to be one of the best captains in Alaska. This trip was phenomenal. We caught our limits of King Salmon, Halibut, and Rockfish, making for an unforgettable day on the water. Mike always seems to know exactly where the fish are and what it takes to get them biting. His experience, work ethic, and dedication to his clients are evident from the moment you leave the dock until you're heading home with full coolers and great memories. The Sea Roamer is clean, comfortable, well-maintained, and fully equipped for a first-class fishing experience. Safety, professionalism, and customer service are clearly top priorities. What truly sets Mike apart is that he genuinely cares about the experience his guests have. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, he makes the day enjoyable, educational, and successful. It's rare to find someone who combines exceptional fishing skills with such great hospitality and professionalism. If you're looking for the best charter fishing experience in Sitka, Alaska, look no further than Captain Mike Reif and the Sea Roamer. Five trips later, we can confidently say Mike never disappoints, and we'll absolutely be back again.

First things first: let's all let out a round of applause for Sitka! A quintessential, quaint…read moreAlaskan town with a gorgeous, well-maintained trail system! This trail is one of the best. It starts next to...somebody's house. It officially ends at "lunch rock", but many people call this "Mt Verstovia". It's all very confusing but Mt Verstovia is actually the craggy peak viewable from where the trail officially ends. To get there, you'll need to do a little bushwhacking, some rock scrambling, and maybe some snow climbing. If, at any time, it feels extremely hard/dangerous, you are probably in the wrong area, and should descend and try somewhere else. There isn't really a trail so you just have to route-find your way up to the summit. The summit, is pretty spectacular. There is a granite (?) "diving board" on the summit that overlooks all of Sitka and the volcano in the distance. I'm usually not big on "summit photos", let alone "summit selfies", but even a crusty stick-in-the-mud like me had to pose for a summit photo here!

This was the best e-bike rental experience we've had anywhere in the world. The team is friendly,…read moregives wonderful advice and makes sure all renters are confident and safe before setting out. The rental office is a few minutes walk from where the cruise ships dock, so it's super easy to find them - and you can be back on ship within a few minutes after returning the bikes. The bikes are quite heavy to pedal without the battery support, so pay attention to the charge level! We followed the company's advice for our adventure, and covered 27 miles during the bike ride. It was a fantastic way to explore Sitka at our own pace. A great value way to see Sitka close-up.

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.