PREMIUM Sitka Scenic Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Visit the top three asked about sites in Sitka! Alaska Raptor Center, Fortress of the Bears, Sitka Historical National Park (Totem Park)
You can avoid the over crowded large bus tours some cruise ships offer in your new model (10 passenger) Nissan NV tour van!
Your guide is an actual Alaskan resident that loves where they live and love to share their stories of life in Sitka.
Your local guide is equipped with a wireless microphone so everyone can hear even while outside opening your door so you miss nothing!
The departure time for this 2.5 hour adventure is set to avoid the large crowds when ever possible and to give you a more private and fun tour.
There is plenty of time before your adventure for shopping downtown (10 minute walk) or take a Marine Wildlife Adventure to make Sitka your best stop on your entire cruise!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Standard seat size (17 inches) if you require more space, please book accordingly.
ALL tours start at Harrigan Centennial Hall 330 Harbor Drive Sitka Alaska 99835.
Please take the free down town shuttles to meet us for your tour! We will be at the drop off point with yellow trimmed signs and blue jackets.
Meeting Instructions: All TOURS START DOWN TOWN AT: "Harrigan Centennial Hall" 330 Harbor Drive by “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” We are dressed in bright blue jackets with yellow signs. 1. SITKA SOUND CRUISE TERMINAL INSTRUCTIONS: Book your free shuttle ticket [HERE](https://www.sitkadock.com/) book your shuttle ticket for one hour before your tour meeting time at Harrigan Centennial Hall Downtown! (Follow booking instructions above) and take the FREE SHUTTLE to downtown provided. Your tour representative “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” will be in the Vendor Sales Area, 30 minutes before your tour departure time. Please allow a minimum of 45 minutes for the shuttle to downtown. 2. CRESCENT HARBOR INSTRUCTIONS: Your tour departs from the street side of Harrigan Centennial Hall located near the top of the ramp. Your local tour representative “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” will be OUTSIDE the building in the Vendor Sales Area starting 30 minutes before your tour departure time. 3. O’CONNELL BRIDGE TENDERING INSTRUCTIONS: When your ship will transport you by tender boat to shore. You will then need to walk 1.5 blocks to "Harrigan Centennial Hall" 330 Harbor Drive. Your local tour representative “SITKA WILDLIFE TOURS” will be OUTSIDE the building at the Vendor Sales Area starting 30 minutes before your tour departure time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation as per itinerary
Food and drinks
Gratuities (recommended) for great service.
What To Expect
Your local guide narrates what life is like in Sitka as you drive south to Silver Bay. Here, incredible beauty unfolds around each and every bend in the road. We will stop for an amazing photo opportunity and possible wildlife viewing. We often see whales, eagles, sea lions and salmon jumping.
Fortress of the Bear
Our most popular stop. Here you will have the opportunity to get within twenty-five feet of our distinctive Brown Bear in a naturalized setting. The three-quarter acre habitat, set against the National Forest, is the largest bear habitat in North America and is complete with covered viewing areas. Meet their experienced rescuers as they share their love and knowledge of this often feared, but yet revered creature of the forest. Learn the challenges they experience as they seek to rescue these incredible giants.
Options
Sitka Scenic Tour- Premium
Nissan NV Passenger Van
Reviews
423 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worthwhile Experience
Vicki F,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a really fun afternoon going to visit the animals in their rescue settings. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and kind. I especially like the rainforest walk and the totem poles. Or tour guide gave us opportunities to take pictures along the water and spot marine life. I would do this again.
Absolutely well...
Ajit K,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely well organized! Loved the attention to detail. Our guide advised us to stand at good place before start of the raptor show for good photos.
Great tour
Jon P,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Really enjoyed all of the stops. Great guide. He was very informative and knowledgeable. Thank you for a great time!
Bears eagles and crab.
O4384XLmichaelc,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ingra and team did an excellent job. It was her first year but you could not tell. Town history, wildlife and local establishments she was very informative. She recommended crab and burger shack next to subway. Expensive but wonderful. Loved every minute of this tour.
Bears & birds & views
M9990JIaaront,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun to see the animals up so close & Inga was a fantastically friendly and knowledgeable local guide. What a Beaufort place!
Excellent tour with a great mix of wildlife and history
Kendra A,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent tour with Deanna! She was very friendly and knowledgeable. We spent the perfect amount of time seeing the sites in Sitka, the Raptor Center, Fortress of the Bear, and the National Historical Park.
Von, my driver for the...
Marthur J,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Von, my driver for the tour was very informative and easy going. I'd go again without a second thought.
A Good Experience.
N8828KOwilliamb,
Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very worthwhile. Definitely got to see predator birds, bears, and took a scenic walk through the woods. Definitely recommend this tour despite the rainfall we experienced. Our guide was very professional and personable.
Alaska As It Is Meant To Be
Thomas G,
Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is perfect to explore the richness of Sitka. So much to see and it is all memorable. Bears, birds, totem poles plus streams full of salmon and the Tlingit tribe. So fun.
Great way to see Sitkas main attractions
Jan F,
Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of knowledgeable information from our driver. Very friendly and helpful. Great day and even drove us back to the ship. Introduced us to his friend a master carver Tommy Joseph at the totem park. Fabulous
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