Ketchikan Back Country Jeep and Canoe Safari Excursion

Description

• Round-trip transportation from your Ketchikan cruise ship terminal!
• English-speaking certified shore excursion guides!
• Original Jeep Wrangler 4x4 offroad vehicles, perfect for Alaska exploration!
• Complimentary snacks and beverages!
• Escape the Ketchikan cruise ship shore excursion crowds and enjoy the unique sights of Ketchikan and Alaska!

After transferring from your Ketchikan cruise ship pier to the Jeep excursion base camp approximately 20 minutes away, you will be paired with traveling companions in small groups of four, and begin the adventure into the mountainous roads of the Tongass National Forest. All jeeps are automatic-drive too! 

The route takes you through the Alaskan lush rainforest, and up mountain roads to view the beautiful scenery. Using a two-way radio, your group leader and jeep excursion guide will provide you with interesting and informative commentary along the way. You will also be able to interact with the guide and other jeeps with your CB radio. Learn about the timber industry's reforestation methods while driving through old as well as new-growth forests. Excursion stops are made for some fantastic views, photo opportunities, and an opportunity to change drivers if you wish. The total time with the jeeps is approximately 90 minutes.

The Jeep portion of your Ketchikan Jeep and Canoe Cruise Excursion comes to an end at Lake Harriet Hunt. Here, you will board your large, easy-to-paddle, guided canoe, and experience a uniquely Alaskan and Ketchikan ecosystem from the water. After approximately 40 minutes of paddling, you will meet your expert safari shore excursion guide on the other side of the lake for a 20-minute nature walk through an old-growth forest to a remote camp where you will stop for an Alaskan snack for 15 minutes.

Then, return to the safari excursion base camp where your transportation will be waiting to take you on the 30-minute drive back to Ketchikan and your cruise ship terminal. Bring your camera and a driver's license on this unique Ketchikan Cruise Shore Excursion by Jeep and Canoe!

What is included?

• Round-trip transportation from the Ketchikan cruise ship pier in Alaska
  
• 4-wheel drive Jeep Wranglers carrying up to four persons
• Interactive 2-way communication system in all Jeeps
• Jeep shore excursion guide in a lead vehicle providing narration via 2-way radio
• Complimentary Alaskan snacks and beverages including clam chowder, rolls, jam, smoked salmon, crackers, mints, juice, hot chocolate, coffee, and water
• Paddling a traditional Alaskan canoe

Excursion Notes

• Prices shown include all taxes and fees.
• Jeeps do travel over unpaved roads which can be quite bumpy.
• Restroom facilities in the forest are limited and very basic.
• Guests wishing for their own jeep must purchase 4 seats.
• Drivers must be at least 25 years old, are required to show a current driver's license, and must sign a liability/insurance waiver.
• Children must weigh at least 40 pounds in order to fit into required life jackets while canoeing.
  
• 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 Backcountry Jeep and Canoe Excursion, you will meet your local Jeep excursion guide right in the Ketchikan central cruise pier area. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• The minimum age for driving is 25 years old. Please bring a valid driver's license.
• Guests must sign a liability/insurance waiver.
• Moderate physical condition is necessary for participation in this excursion.
• Children must weigh at least 40lbs (18Kg) in order to fit into required life jackets while canoeing.
• Children 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form in the absence of a parent or guardian in order to participate
• Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
• Children 5 years and under will not be accommodated on this excursion. We will provide a booster seat for children between ages 5 through 8, upon request and subject to availability.
• For your comfort in the canoe, the maximum weight per two-person bench should not exceed 500lbs (227Kg).
• This excursion operates under a Special Use Permit issued by the US Forest Service.
• Guests with neck, back hip, or other ailments and pregnant women should not participate in this excursion.
• This Ketchikan Back Country Jeep and Canoe Safari 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.