Ketchikan Alaska Boatman Adventure Excursion

Description

• Round-trip transportation from your Ketchikan cruise ship terminal!
  
• Trained and Professional Ketchikan Zodiac Boatman shore excursion guides!
• Safety instructions and all necessary equipment are provided!
• A scenic drive through the Tongass National Forest to the boat basin near Ketchikan!
  
• Complimentary snack!
• Zipping through the scenic islands in search of Alaska's marine and wildlife!
  
• Escape the cruise ship shore excursion crowds and enjoy the unique sights of Ketchikan and Alaska!

Are you ready to be an Alaskan Boatman in your own rigid-hulled inflatable (RIB) boat? Bring along your first mate and be the captain for a part of this three-hour guided Ketchikan Boating Alaska Cruise Excursion.

Your Zodiac Shore Excursion guide will meet you at the cruise pier in Ketchikan and drive you approximately 25 minutes to the boat excursion basin located outside of town along the scenic coast. Here, you will meet your boating shore excursion guides who will get you geared up. You will then receive a safety orientation before boarding your 14-foot zodiac. Your boat is fully customized and equipped with console steering, it seats four and has a maximum speed of 25 knots.

Departing the dock, you will follow the excursion guide in your fast boat through the Alaskan rainforest islands keeping an eye out for wildlife: whales, seals, eagles, sea lions, and bears. As you bounce across the waves with the occasional spray in your face, you will have incredible opportunities to see the beautiful Alaskan scenery up close.

During your cruise, you will motor onto a beach, where you will take a break complete with a hot drink and a snack. If you want, for the return hand the helm over to another boatman.

You will pass rocky islands where humpback whales and orca are known to surface when in season. Tides permitting, you will go deep into bays and inlets where salmon spawning streams attract black bears along their shores looking for a seafood meal. This is a boating adventure excursion for the spirited traveler with an opportunity to drive your own boat among the islands north of Ketchikan. The total time with the boats is approximately 90 minutes including the stop.

Returning to the dock, you will have approximately 20 minutes to sit down, use the facilities or check out the small shop. You will then transfer 25 minutes back to Ketchikan and the cruise pier.

Please note: You may get cold out on the water, dress accordingly. You may get wet. Wildlife sightings are not a guarantee, but you will see beautiful sights and be exhilarated by the speed of this zippy and fun "4x4 of the sea"!

What is included?

• Pickup and drop off right from the central cruise ship pier area in Ketchikan Alaska 
  
• English-speaking and trained Ketchikan Alaska Boatman Shore Excursion guides
  
• Safety and Zodiac boat orientation
  
• All the equipment required for this shore excursion including Zodiac Gear: skiff suit, dry bags, boots, socks, gloves, and life jacket
  
• Snack - Salmon spread and crackers, hot chocolate
  
• Alaska Boatman Certificate
  

Excursion Notes

• Guests must be able to navigate a floating dock and ramp and step in/out of boats
  
• Depending on the tide, the incline of the ramp to the floating dock may be mild or steep.
  
• The ride can get quite bumpy based on weather conditions.
  
• Basic restrooms are located at the excursion dock only.
• Guests wanting their own boat must purchase 4 seats.
• A waterproof bag is recommended for items you do not wish to get wet.
  
• Please pay attention to the restrictions and requirements for this excursion, no refund will be granted if the requirements are not met.
  
• We recommend wearing layers with the top layer being waterproof.
• Please wear sensible walking/hiking shoes that may get wet.
  
• We suggest you have cash on hand for refreshments, excursion staff gratuities, shopping, etc.

Where we meet

For this Ketchikan Alaska Boatman Adventure Excursion, you will meet your local excursion guide right in the central Ketchikan cruise pier area. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• The minimum participation age is 8 years old.
• Maximum weight per guest is 350lbs (159Kg).
• Guests under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
• Guests with neck, back or hip ailments or pregnant women should not participate.
• It is likely you will get wet and cold so please dress appropriately.
• This Ketchikan Alaska Boatman Adventure Excursion may involve risks. We suggest you check with your elected person of choice to see if these possible risks might affect you.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location (we will verify with the tour operator).
• Your ship skips/misses the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the excursion operator and the guest may send doctor's note). This applies to individuals only and not the remainder of the group.
  
• Cancellations/deposit refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.