Private Tour
Explore Beyond the Dock: Unforgettable Private Tour in Sitka
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Your Gateway to Sitka's Unforgettable Adventure! Beyond the crowds, beyond the expected, lies Sitka's magic. Skip the lines at the dock and be whisked into the wilderness within minutes, starting your Sitka adventure in style!
Our passionate local guides are Sitka's storytellers, eager to share their love for this captivating place. We specialize in crafting custom adventures for private groups. Whether you want to explore Sitka's iconic highlights or uncover its hidden treasures, we will cater the tour to your pace and interests.
Please note that tour prices exclude entrance fees for the Fortress of the Bear and the Alaska Raptor Center. We've made this decision to maximize flexibility and allow for spontaneous exploration or extended visits to sites that interest you most. These top attractions offer affordable entry, and advance booking isn't required.
Craft your perfect, private unforgettable Sitka excursion with Beyond the Dock Tours!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under the age of 8 must be in a booster or car seat. We do have 1 booster seat available. We can help connect you with a rental service for an infant car seat if needed.
Wheel chairs or mobility scooters that can fold should be able to fit in the trunk space. We do not have a wheelchair lift.
What To Expect
Starrigavan Recreation Area
Starrigavan Recreation Area, just north of Sitka, Alaska, is a nature lover's paradise. Here you'll find a beautiful estuary teeming with birdlife, perfect for observing on the quarter-mile boardwalk trail. We can hop on the Forest to Muskeg trail for a short hike through spruce-hemlock forest and muskeg on various trails, keeping an eye out for resident brown bears, eagles, and deer.
Fortress of the Bear
The drive to Fortress of the Bear is a scenic adventure! Trade charming downtown for breathtaking Alaskan scenery - mountains, wildlife, and a glimpse of the local ecosystem! Keep your eyes peeled. Once we arrive, learn about rescued brown and black bears. A must-see stop!
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Trekking poles for added stability on trails or uneven ground.
Bottled water
Booster Seat for child 40-100 lbs.
Gratuities (Appreciated)
Optional Activity - Alaska Raptor Center (Admission, $17 per adult adult, $8 per child)
Optional Activity - Fortress of the Bear ($20 per Adult, Youth - Age 6-12, $10, Age 3-5, $5)
Pickup points
Southeast Resort
330 Seward St Sitka United States
Aspen Suites Hotel Sitka
210 Lake St Sitka United States
Totem Square Hotel & Marina
201 Katlian St, Sitka United States
Baranof Lodge
404 Sawmill Creek Rd Sitka United States
Sitka Hotel
118 Lincoln St Sitka United States
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Beyond the Expected: Craft An Unforgettable Private Tour in Sitka
Pickup included
Reviews
85 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Booked ‘Beyond the Dock’...
Phyllis G,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Booked ‘Beyond the Dock’ for a family of six ages 4-74. We all enjoyed the Fortress of Bear and Raptor Center. Keoloha picked us up at the dock and gave us a wonderful tour and shared a lot of information in the process. We had planned to be dropped in town and take the shuttle back but she said she would take us back whenever we wanted to go. I can’t say enough wonderful things about Kealoha.
Best Tour Ever!
Patti C,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My daughter, daughter in law and 3 granddaughters (teenagers) said it was the best tour they have ever taken. Gary was amazing. They are all still talking about how much the learned and how great he is!
Amazing tour!
llipperman,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour! One of the best tours we did in Alaska, in fact. Our guide, Gary, was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the area and wanted to teach and show us as much as possible. He was also incredibly kind and warm. I’d book this tour again in a heartbeat.
Best Tour Guide
Joanne E,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the best tour in Sitka thanks to our guide Gary. Gary picked us up in his very comfortable and spacious SUV and took us on the most informative incredible tour that we will remember for yours to come. Gary is a retired High School teacher and is so knowledgeable about Sitka an Alaska in general. He tailor made our tour to exactly what suited us. We loved his conversations and knowledge. Thank you Gary.
Excellent Experience in Sitka
OnAir721491,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience. Kealoha was a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable and accommodating. I would highly recommend.
Above and Beyond
Vicki M,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Gary went above and beyond with our Sitka tour. His knowledge of the area was immense. He had a great sense of humor, and we totally enjoyed his company. Thank you Gary for such a great day.
Gary was the best!
Discover51652779965,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gary was an absolutely amazing tour guide! So knowledgeable and friendly! Took us to see the real Sitka which is exactly what we wanted! He is definitely 20/10 and would highly recommend this experience for anyone coming to Sitka!
Exceptional tour was given by our tour guide. He was so knowledgeable, friendly and experienced.
Martha H,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a must do tour. We really got to explore the city, the area. We found out about the fishing industry and how important it is for us.
Great Sitka Excursion
AlishaAnn,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kealoha was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and entertaining - she knew the answer to most every question we could think of. She brought us to locations that aligned with our interests, and gave us good information along the way. The vehicle was comfortable and her driving was smooth and pleasant. 10 out of 10.
Very enjoyable and interesting tour
Barbara P,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Micheal did a great job of taking us to places of interest, very much enjoyed the short walk through the woods and the chance to see the bears in the refuge from a spot above. Some of the exhibits were still closed due to being early in the season but he managed to find places to enjoy. Micheal is very familiar with Sitka and enjoys showing off his home area. Being in a small group, just four of us, made it so much more possible to customize our tour. Thanks, Michael and my apologies for the meager tip, somewhere in transit the rest of it stayed in the pocket, noticed later when back on the ship.
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