Hop on board and take the wheel of a Zodiac rigged hulled inflatable boat (RIB), perfect for cruising the steely gray waters of the Inside Passage. This 3-hour boat tour – fully equipped with console steering, seats for four and a max speed of 25 knots – has you weaving between rugged islands where Alaska’s untamed wilderness shares its secrets.
Kick things off in downtown Ketchikan, where you’ll meet up with your guide and catch a convenient shuttle to the launch point. Here, you’ll get a brief lesson on the basic operations of the 14-foot Zodiac boat before suiting up in a skiff suit and pulling on thick boots and gloves to keep you warm.
Your guide’s boat leads the way out from Clover Pass. Follow along as you zip around forested islands where humpback whales and orca frequently surface. Steer into calmer bays and inlets and look for the salmon spawning streams that attract black bears.
Pull into a remote island for a beach landing where your guide will provide a hot cup of cocoa and interesting information about the region. Look for nesting bald eagles and keep your eyes on the shore for playful seals or sea lions.
Board your Zodiac for a final ride as you return to your starting point. This Ketchikan boat tour is the perfect excursion for the spirited and adventurous traveler!
