Join local Davey Luben on a private tour of Sitka! Enjoy Sitka from the water as you visit remote areas only accessible by boat. Search for whales, get involved in eco-conscious marine debris cleanup, or enjoy a decadent prepared lunch onboard. Book Sitka Wildlife Adventures private sightseeing tours in Sitka online here.
Sitka Wildlife Adventures
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Marine Wildlife Tour
Here, on the extreme western edge of the primeval Tongass National Forest, stretches the mighty Gulf of Alaska and the nutrient-rich waters of Sitka Sound. This is an amazing place...one that is literally teeming with wildlife! Whales, sea lions, seals, sea otters, porpoises and fish, as well as puffins, murrelets, eagles, brown bears and much more are our closest neighbors. Those interested in truly wild places and in photographing, listing, or simply experiencing the sights, sounds and smells of wildlife will be absolutely delighted with our trips. Three and four-hour excursions, as well as other more extensive trips, are available. Join us for up close and personal whale watching and bird watching. On our four-hour trips we routinely visit Saint Lazaria Island National Wildlife Refuge, the "center of the universe”, in my mind! Here we immerse ourselves amongst incredible congregations of seabirds, as well as birds of prey, colorful inter-tidal organisms and marine mammals all in the setting of a dramatic volcanic island, steadfast, at the edge of the wide pacific and in the shadow of majestic Mount Edgecumbe. For those who love the natural world, especially bird watching, Saint Lazaria Island, with its surrounds, is a pinnacle of perfection!
Marine Debris Cleanup
Ever since the devastating tsunami in 2011, in Japan, Sitka Wildlife Adventures has worked closely with Sitka Sound Science Center and local volunteers to clean local wilderness beaches. This is a monumental task...Sections of coastline that are more exposed to winds and seas tend to accumulate more debris and tend to re-accumulate debris at faster rates. Of course, highly exposed coastline is much more difficult to access than calm shores and inlets! By some accounts there will be more plastic than fish, in the seas, by 2050. Humans really have to change their behavior! This is an exciting day where you will be immersed in the Sitka waters. In addition to a narrated tour of Sitka and the surrounding area by a highly knowledgeable local guide, your work will support the local environment and ecosystem through impactful efforts to clean debris off the coastline. Begin the day on the boat. After a brief tour of Sitka and a full debrief by your guide, your work begins! It's hard to know what we will find on any given day, and that is part of the fun of it! We may spend our time on remote beaches cleaning up small debris and if you're lucky, we may encounter larger items like rubber tires, large fishnets, or even heavy equipment! While a hard day's work, this is truly a rewarding day; not only will you spend your time in Sitka reveling in the beautiful scenery away from the hustle and bustle of town, but you will also be contributing to essential volunteer work to keep our planet and our oceans clean. And who knows, you may find something valuable! One man's trash is another mans treasure! The work of removing debris is challenging, very physical and can be dangerous; for active groups only.
Surf & Turf
Remote ocean waters, quiet inlets, wild animals, ancient forests and endless miles of rugged coastline await you. Let us immerse you into our beautiful Southeast Alaska wilderness. Join us for a private full-day exploration of this globally-recognized treasure on our Sitka Sound ocean adventures. This unique opportunity will bring you and your family into the wild waterfront of the Tongass National Forest. As we glide upon the seas, stroll along the beaches and inhale the cool freshness of the old-growth forest, your expert captain-naturalist-guide will share with you the wonders of this wild paradise. Let down your hair and experience the Alaska that few ever do and many never dreamed possible! You will depart from Sitka aboard our safe and comfortable custom-built vessel; the entire journey will be the destination. While traveling through wildlife-rich waters, your captain will choose a remote beach upon which to bring you ashore. Here, you’ll explore the beaches and forest, the flora, fauna and ecology with your biologist / guide. This adventure is available only for private parties, of one to six participants. A reasonable level of fitness and flexibility is necessary. Rain-gear, sturdy clothing and a strong sense of adventure are required. Food, beverages and the use of quality rubber boots are included with this tour.
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