We had a GREAT tour of the rainforest and Totem Park with Kevin of Wild Wolf Tours on June 2, 2026!…read moreIt was delightful to have a guide who is a long-time area resident who know so much about the area, the rainforest, and the native Alaskans and the totems. He was ready and waiting at the designated spot just a few minutes walk from our cruise ship and took the three of us on an interesting, informative, and picturesque tour.

Had a wonderful experience booking with Wild Wolf Tours for an excursion during a port stay in…read moreKetchikan. We used Viatour to book and had clear communication with them from booking, pickup, and through the drop off at the end of the excursion. We were lucky to get Austin as our guide for our group of 4 and he provided us with knowledgeable, engaging and entertaining information about our surroundings. We started off with the Rainforest walk and then stopped over at visitor center and learned about the local Totem art and history. Overall had a great experience, made all the better with Austin's contagious love for Ketchikan and Alaska. He expressed how much he loved working with Wild Wolf Tours which made our experience even sweeter. Check out and support this local family owned business if you get the chance!

We loved this excursion. We purchased it directly through our cruise ship and it was well worth it…read more The tour itself was informative and fun. The staff were beyond friendly and accommodating. Kelsey the captain was great. She provided a lot of really cool information. The hot chocolate was to die for. The snack plate was delicious. It was a great day in Ketchikan with the Lighthouse Excursion team.

We went on the Eagles, totems and lighthouse tour. The captain and deck hands were very nice,…read morehelpful and informative! When I couldn't find the eagles nest on my own they directed me towards the correct area. We saw sooo many eagles it was breathtaking! We drove by the totems, couldn't get too close so if that is your goal, you might choose another tour. We really went for the eagles so we were not disappointed as we saw tons! They also pointed out some seals and other wildlife. Much to our surprise they served us a delicious little snack with salmon dip, smoked salmon, crackers and locally made chocolate...as well as some pickled kelp I believe (I'm not a fan of pickled things so I tried but didn't pay attention lol). Well worth the price of the excursion in our opinion. Another surprise was they had a few locally made gifts on board, one of the deck hands is also a very gifted artist so he had designed some of the stickers and tees for sale. It's great to support locals! The captain was very knowledgeable about the homes along the shoreline as well...who knew there was a home featured in architectural digest in Ketchikan!?!

If one's looking for an experience involving guys throwing axes, chopping through logs, and some…read morefriendly nationalistic competition between the United States and Canada, then this is one spot in Ketchikan. My partner, his family, our friends, and I ended our excursion with the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show. Their location is built at the former site of the Ward Cove Pulp Mill. The mill was the largest pulp mill in the USA prior to closing in 1997. It was an action-packed event where the audience had to choose sides. The athletes are real lumberjacks and possess the strength and skills required by that trade. They demonstrate a half-dozen skills that for most people would be difficult and dangerous. Unlike an actual ESPN lumberjack competition, there's no trophy for the winners; instead national pride is the prize! This is a fun and enjoyable show for all ages.

We attended the Disney exclusive show. Was it touristy? Yes, of course. Cheesy? You bet. It was…read morealso one of my six year olds favorite memories of our Alaskan cruise. She said "I loved working out with coach goofy". It was also genuinely interesting and entertaining watching the lumberjacks compete. If you're looking for a good, cheesy, family friendly activity... look no further.

When I travel to new places, I always seek out any independent bookstores in search for books on…read morethe local area. I was so happy to find Parnassus Books in Ketchikan during a recent Alaskan cruise. This was one of our first stops after my wife & I disembarked our ship. It was still early in the day, so there weren't too many patrons in the shop. The store was quite large for a small town, so we spent a good amount of time walking through the place and browsing the shelves. While I read mostly non-fiction, I was pleased to find a section of fiction books written by local authors. I purchased one that was autographed and plan to enjoy it when I get back home. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the store was well organized and clean, with the all the shelves clearly labeled. This was the best bookstore we visited during our Alaskan trip.

No matter where I go in my travels I will be looking for local book stores to explore. This is even…read moremore important when traveling with my kids. So, on our cruise in June we were so excited to stop in this shop! We stopped in and explored the store and I appreciation the selection available as well as the kids section being fully stocked. We were VERY excited that my son found an autographed book from his favorite author and it's been cherished since then. Loved the sections dedicated to Alaska and the history and loved the small gifts available for purchase as well. Friendly shopkeeper. Friendly atmosphere.

Fantastic Experience at The Rain Barrel! Stopped into The Rain Barrel after checking out a few…read moreother shops and immediately felt the difference--no pressure, just great service. The sales associate was fantastic. She read us perfectly, let us browse, and only stepped in when it made sense. Ended up buying a beautiful custom gold ring with a stunning quartz crystal and gold veining running through it, plus matching diamonds on the sides--my birthstone. My fiancée also got a gorgeous matching quartz pendant with diamonds. Both pieces are absolutely beautiful and we love them. Highly recommend this place. Great staff, beautiful work, zero pressure. Five stars all the way.

I was looking for a well made Native American design wallet. The cashier referred me to a wallet…read moreher husband has had for 10 years. It's looks great!

e careful what you rent... We rented the Subaru Impreza. Had we known it was 6+ years old, full of…read morestains not water spots water spots, and a smell brought out by humidity. So I reached out to them about these things. When contacted, they said there's no evidence of smoking in the car. Yeah maybe 90% of the renters adhere to the policy when it rained you could pick up that smell. You would think for $125+ a day plus taxes plus paying to get it from the airport into Ketchikan and back. Make it look like the car has been detailed once in its life or at least break out the carpet shampooer. Not asking for perfection I understand different standards, and different resources in Alaska, but Ketchikan has resources for a car detail. This was ridiculous considering they had comparable cars, much newer without the issues. When I contacted them, their response was well. It only has 31,000 miles and it rains 300 days a year, that's when they told me they were water spots not oil spots. Anyone who is spilled the two on a piece of fabric knows the difference. So rent locally.

Excellent service from Rob who checked us in and got us on the road in record time. He helped us…read moreget round trip ferry passes for the 4 adults in our party, advising us to pay for the child when we drove into the ferry (half price). It could not have been a better experience. We hope to see him when we return the car next Sunday.

Great, enriching experience with so much history! Sherry is SO sweet. She was filling me in on her…read morehistory and affiliation with the Tlingit tribe, and helping me pronounce it. I even saw her at Walmart later! I told her how I was enjoying Ketchikan and she told me to come in August for the blueberry festival. The museum itself seems very thorough and I love all the artic acts and video. I'm going back to Ketchikan and will be spending more time here. I want to really soak up the history, being part native myself. The park near it is beautiful and I caught the free shuttle bus here. Beautiful area, lots of history. Come when you have time to take it all in.

This was a very nice center. It featured totem poles and the history behind them…read more Walk over to the Deer Mountain Hatchery for additional sites. We enjoyed seeing the amazing work on the poles

Bloody marys with my sorority sister were tasty. The other passengers from our cruise were tasting…read moreall the gins that they make. Fun variety!

This was on my list because I knew the line for the Fire Department vending machine (T-shirts)…read morewould be long and I read this was an alternate for finding those t-shirts and I knew of a Ketchikan local who authored children's books and cookbooks were also on sale there. I was also hoping for a tasting flight, because if you have been to my house, you know I have an extensive bar and most of my bottles are from small batch distilleries. No flights- so we had morning cocktails! It's vacation, no judging~ I had a very strong old fashioned, John enjoyed his gin cocktail and he also tried their on tap root beer! Loved the atmosphere! And yes, I bought LaDonna's book for my grandbabies!

Our cruise line unexpectedly changed the departure time, making it almost impossible for us to do…read morethe pre-booked duck tour. Kody and the team went above and beyond to make it work, even arranging a special drop-off back at our cruise ship so we could return well before departure. That level of customer service alone was exceptional, but the tour itself exceeded all expectations. Our tour commentator was outstanding--knowledgeable, engaging, funny, and made the entire experience unforgettable. The combination of genuine care, flexibility, and an incredible tour made this one of the highlights of our trip. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. This was truly a 10-star experience. Thank you, Kody and the entire team!

Well worth the fee. Definitely sit in a seat by a window so you can open it for pictures. Guide…read moreOlivia and Capt Jonathan were fantastic.

Just 90 miles north of Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Ketchikan is the southernmost and fourth…read morelargest city in Alaska. It hugs the bluffs that form the shoreline along the southwest corner of Revillagigedo Island, where we called our day 4 port of call. This is an island community where Alaska Native Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian cultures; fishing traditions, history, and outdoor experiences shape everyday life. Just south lies Saxman Totem Village. My partner, his family, our friends, and I visited this location as part of a tour scheduled via the cruise ship. It's home to an extensive collection of 24 replica totems moved from abandoned villages as well as a replica Clan House and a Carving Center. The poles are not religious in nature but rather represent characters in a story or events in history. This isn't the only place in the area to see totem poles, but it is the only place where one also gets to see the carvers at work on their craft. The Clan House features a magnificent carving of a Beaver on the outside, and inside are four carved house posts as well as another large panel carving inside the building. There wasn't much walking involved, and we got to experience a wonderful cultural dance performance inside the Beaver Clan House. Our guide, Liam was really the star of the show. His storytelling and passion for the grounds were impressive. The park itself seems like a place worth seeing if one's interested in local history and culture.

Saxman Native Village is a pretty neat place to learn about Native culture and the meanings behind…read morethe totem pole carvings and colors. There wasn't much walking involved, which was nice, and we also got to experience a wonderful cultural dance performance inside the Beaver Clan House. Such a unique and meaningful experience. The only downside was that our guide was difficult to hear at times, which made parts of the tour a little frustrating since the information being shared was so interesting.