2.5 Hour Tour in Ketchikan on the Tongass Trolley
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Are you looking to see the best of Ketchikan in a short time with hopes of wildlife? The Tongass Trolley tour is for you! Enjoy the sights while your Guide shares Ketchikan's colorful history in a replicated 1800's cable car trolley. You begin the journey with a short drive past an eagle's nest to Saxman Native Village where you will see a collection of Tlingit and Haida totem poles. Your Guide will share the rich cultural history while we pass through the village. After a drive down the coast your first stop is a small cove for an opportunity to see wildlife. Of course, wildlife is never guaranteed, but there is a good chance of sightings at this location. On to Rainbow Falls where you will stop to enjoy a photo op in front of the beautiful falls. After the scenic coastal drive back to town, we will stop at the Totem Heritage Center to view authentic native artifacts, regalia, totem poles and carvings. We will end the tour where we began, or at the historic district of Creek Street.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Parking Fees
What To Expect
Herring Cove
We will disembark in Herring Cove for the opportunity to see black bears, harbor seals, eagles and salmon swimming upstream. Wildlife is never guaranteed because they are wild, but we have a good chance to see them here.
Creek Street
As we arrive back in town, we are happy to drop any guests at the historic Creek Street for a little shopping if they would like, or we will take you back to the location we picked up at the Vistors Center on Front Street.
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2.5 Hour Tour in Ketchikan on the Tongass Trolley
Reviews
142 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best Trolley Tour in Ketchikan
Mark H,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Chris, the guide, is outstanding: Very knowledgeable, funny, full of stories about Ketchikan and kind.
Perfectly Timed Trolley!
Siana H,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had set ourselves up for failure by walking all over Seattle the day before, so we were all incredibly sore! Thank goodness we booked a TROLLEY to enjoy touring the city, and it was nice to see the outskirts of town. Some nice stops were included, like the salmon swimming upstream, a beachside area & bridge, and the interesting Totem museum. Only downside was that the windows would unfortunately fog up easily as it was rainy & cool outside. I just opened my window and took in all the sights, but I couldn't have done that if the rain was any heavier. Would recommend for anyone that doesn't feel like walking their legs off!!
Love the Trolley Tour
Margaret H,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Best day ever with an absolutely amazing tour guide, Chris, made the whole trip interesting and enjoyable. He was a wealth of knowledge and the stops on this tour are the best. The totem Museum and the stops to see the wilderness animals and the waterfall were great.
Save your money
Joel L,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
3.00Heavy Rain and a lot of traffic. We got off the bus 1/2 way, ate lunch and walked back to hotel. Save your money
Excellent Experience with Energetic Tour Guide
Vishal V,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic tour with our guide Chris who was clearly very passionate about the town and ensuring that all visitors get to fully understand and appreciate all that Ketchikan has to offer. Pickup and drop off is also very conveniently located right next to the cruise terminals. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting in Ketchikan!!!
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