PREMIUM Sitka Scenic Tour
Overview
Available languages
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.
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.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation as per itinerary
Food and drinks
Gratuities (recommended) for great service.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Sitka Scenic Tour- Premium
Nissan NV Passenger Van
Reviews
448 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Quick sample platter of Sitka attractions
Paula U,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It went pretty fast to fit everything in. There are thousands of people coming ashore from cruise ships. This tour allows you to skip the lines for entry, but there is not enough time to read all of the information panels about all the animals. You can take pictures of them and read later if you are are a person that likes to read all the information. For those who don't like to read everything, this has the right amount of time. We had originally planned to spend more time in the park with the totems and walk back to the center of town, but it started to rain so we rode the van back instead.
Great tour
Olivia K,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour to see all of what Sika has to offer without having to take taxis. Our tour guide Liz was great and very knowledgeable of the area. The pickup location is right where the shuttles from the cruise terminals drop you off in downtown.
We enjoyed the tour very...
Halina L,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We enjoyed the tour very much. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. Would highly recommend.
Great tour guide!
Riva D,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide was excellent, interesting and educational tour. Sitka needs more of such excursions to cater for more tourists
Great taste of Sitka
Laura E,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great taste of Sitka. Amazing views. Seeing the bears were the best. Liz was great! Highly recommend!
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C S,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00great tour and a great guide. We highly rcommend this tour on your trip to Sitka. The bears, raptors and totem poles provide a real insight into Alaska.
A little bit of Sitka
577marciak,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Loved the experience and expert guide. Would have loved to spend more time in the Tongas park. Very interesting
Very informative Hisyory
Jessica S,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Liz was a great guide. She was very knowledgeable. I really enjoyed the bear sanctuary and raptor center.
Great your visiting native bears and birds
daringreenlees,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour seeing bears and birds up close. The stops took in seeing animals recuperating in a recovery area (some are released to the wild but some kept as not safe to be released). We saw multiple brown and black bears and also saw eagles/owls. Beautiful creatures. We also visited some of the rainforest and totem poles with our knowledgable guide.
There are several key...
Clarence P,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00There are several key spots that one should visit while in Sitka. This tour covered most of them. The guide was a local and provided a treasure trove of information about living on the island and the plants and animals. Must do!
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