Adventure Activities in Ketchikan
Looking for adventure in Alaska? Voyij brings you the top adrenaline-filled activities across the state, from ziplining through forests and kayaking icy fjords to dog sledding, ATV rides, and more. Whether you crave speed, height, or heart-pounding moments, our curated tours offer unforgettable experiences in Alaska's wild terrain. Start your epic journey now.
6 Activities
Island Hummer Tour
A "Guest Preference Card” is provided at the time of booking to ensure we meet your needs and provide the very best customer service. Highlights and attractions are sure to please the history buff, native arts & culture enthusiast, outdoor adventurer, and nature lover. Your expedition begins the moment your guide greets you- Indiana Jones style! Whether it be at the ramp of your cruise ship, your gate at the airport, the lobby of your hotel, or any place of convenience for you. Custom stops can include but are not limited to shopping, dining, or exploring just about anything on the island. Wildlife stops can be made at any time the opportunity arises. All tours are fully guided. Please note this is not an off-roading tour. The venues to choose from include: wildlife viewing areas, waterfalls, totem pole parks, historic city tour, walks or hikes through the gorgeous rainforest, panoramic views of Ketchikan and the surrounding islands, museums and attractions including the Totem Heritage Center, the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center, and the Tongass Historical Museum. While it is not possible to do everything listed, we do want you to know some of the options available. Our guide will go over your interests and proposed itinerary at the beginning of the tour. This will help us prepare the best custom tour for you! *City tour of Ketchikan Rainforest / beach walk - a stroll through the rainforest leading out onto one of Ketchikan's favorite beaches *Potlatch Park - a family owned Totem Park with totem poles carved by a local carver, a clan house, and access to one of Ketchikan's scenic shorelines *Totem Bight State Park - this beautiful state park offers a unique totem circle, clan house, and access to one of Ketchikan's scenic shorelines *Ward Creek Trail - watch for wildlife as you stroll a trail through the Tongass National Rainforest leading to a great view of Ward Creek *Lunch Creek Trail - this trail starts slowly and gradually as you increase in elevation and wind through a scenic rainforest trail *Herring Cove - the cove's unique mix of salt and freshwater provide the opportunity to see unique seasonal wildlife *Beaver Falls - a beautiful waterfall just south of town *Saxman Native Village and Totem Park - the world's largest collection of authentic totem poles; take a walk through the park and learn about the history and importance of Northwest Coast native culture
Rainforest Zip, Skybridge & Rappel Adventure
Plan to fly through the Ketchikan rainforest on this tree top zipline adventure. This course is designed for people who are looking for an adrenaline rush, love ziplining, or want to step up to new challenges like skybridge suspension bridges and rappelling. Imagine yourself gliding through the top of a rich rainforest canopy along a series of eight cable zip lines. You’ll be zipping along the border of the magnificent Tongass National Forest, navigating three aerial bridges suspended among spruce, hemlock and cedar trees. This Ketchikan rainforest reserve is home to one of Alaska’s richest salmon spawning streams and a pristine inter-tidal estuary. The area is a rainforest sanctuary, home to a high concentration of bald eagles, black bear, and a variety of other species. Here’s how you’ll ride, glide, and rappel along the way. The tour starts at the downtown dock with an eight-mile narrated coastal drive to Herring Cove. An all-terrain custom 4×4 Unimog will pick you up at Herring Cove, transporting you up a steep rainforest hillside to the canopy chalet. You’ll meet professionally trained guides who will outfit you with sophisticated safety equipment and give you a detailed orientation prior to zipping from the first platform. Your tree top zipline adventure features a flight over eight ziplines and three suspension bridges, looking out on beautiful nature trails. Your guides will progressively ease you into the forest canopy along cables ranging from a short 100 foot to the 750 foot pulse pounding "Ben’s Revenge”. Throughout this award-winning adventure you’ll be surrounded by the sights and sounds of the rainforest wildlife reserve. There is so much to see from the tree platforms, including spectacular panoramic views and possible wildlife sightings. You’ll fly over a cascading creek and lush forest, and cross three hanging sky bridges – all giving you breathtaking views of the forest 135 feet below. The final zipline emerges from the rainforest and transports you over lush grassy wetlands to a viewing tower, 55 feet above ground. Here you’ll rappel to the ground and gear-down at the base camp. Stop by the General Store, where you can see the pictures taken during your zipline experience, picking out the ones you’d like to buy and shopping for mementos of your Alaska adventure. Before you head back to the dock have your camera ready as you explore the totem park, historic sawmill, watch blacksmith at work and see an eagle up close at the Alaska Raptor Center exhibit. And off you go, full of awesome memories. Highlights: *Experience 8 dual rainforest ziplines *Traverse 3 treetop skybridges *Hillside ascent aboard all-terrain vehicle *Wildlife search from the treetops *Experienced guides and state-of-the-art equipment! *Receive a unique achievement medal!
Adventure Kart Expedition
Sit back, strap yourself in, and hit the accelerator for the off-road adventure of a lifetime! You’ll cruise mountain trails through a harvested area of timber. This is the perfect route to your off-road ride. One where you’ll stop and take in spectacular views of the Tongass National Forest, Behm Canal, and Alaska’s fabled Inside Passage. Here’s how your Kart ATV adventure will roll along. Learn about the history, culture and economy of Ketchikan during a motor coach drive to your starting point. Then you’ll be prepped to take on the rugged Alaskan wilderness from the driver’s seat of a specially designed off-road adventure kart. Highly trained and experienced guides at the Adventure Kart base camp will give you a safety briefing and help you gear up for the exciting, one-and-a-half-hour guided trek. You’ll feel the rush of adrenaline right away when you set out in a custom designed Tomcar that puts your driving ability to the test. Get dirty and adventure into Alaska’s wild side. You and your passenger will set off in a caravan of karts, with your guide in the lead ATV. You’ll be exploring the remote back country of the Tongass National Forest along several miles of improved forest trail. A comfortable pace is maintained as you thread your way through mountainous roads, around steep curves, on the climb to the awe-inspiring views. Stops will be made along the way to soak up the grandeur and beauty of this lush green land. Nice time for a snack and drink, and then drivers and passengers can switch positions for the return trip. Be on the lookout for wildlife along the way. Eagles, deer or bears are often seen and heard!
Kayak Eco-Tour
We drive you north of downtown Ketchikan to the Clover Pass Resort featuring a much quieter, more local vibe and typically much nicer weather. You’ll paddle with us on the protected ocean waterways of Clover Pass, circumnavigating 2 to 3 small islands featuring an immense array of inter-tidal life, a bald eagles nest, resident seals and sea lions and the potential to encounter many types of migratory birds, Sitka deer, Pacific porpoises, humpback whales and Orcas as well. With a maximum of 6 guests to a guide our kayak tours are very intimate and educational. Taking such small groups allows us the benefit of spending more time on the water than other tours and no need to make you feel rushed through any part of your experience. What really sets us apart though are our guides. Our crew features local guides and professional educators with experience as commercial Alaskan salmon fishermen, commercial winter dive fisheries in Southeast Alaska, experience guiding dog sled tours and working many seasonal guiding positions across the country. The experience and personalities of our guides bring so much more depth to your experience with us than you’ll find on tours led by fresh summer seasonals. No rookies on this crew. Smoked salmon and other snacks (including fantastic, locally made hummus) and a great view are awaiting you when we return to our scenic marina and a restaurant with Alaskan beers is on site.
E-Bike & Hike
We are excited to offer the first and only e-bike tour in SE Alaska. Join us for an easy and enjoyable electric-assist bicycle ride on the road to nowhere, the end of our paved road system. This road dead ends at the edge of extensive wilderness, where you will then take a guided hike on an enjoyable trail though dense rainforest, along a stream with waterfalls, rapids and calm sections. We take a break at the stream's edge, which just may be the quietest and most relaxing place on your whole vacation. You will then return hike to the waiting e-bikes, and on the return bicycle ride we'll make another stop along the Inside Passage shoreline to check out the sea and beach comb a little bit on the rocky shore. Smoked salmon, picnic tables, and a great view are waiting as we return to our scenic oceanfront facilities. A convenience store with craft beers is on site. All our tours provide round trip transportation from your cruise ship/hotel, and excellent gear is provided for all your needs.
The Mountain Point Snorkeling Adventure
Snorkeling in Ketchikan just might be the highlight of your trip to Alaska! Sounds crazy doesn’t it? The snorkeling in Alaska is amazing. Alaska’s intertidal zone provides a rich assortment of plants and animals to view. Don't worry about being cold. Our water temperature averages about 55 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer and reach a high of 65 degrees in July. We provide full 7mm wetsuits with a hood, boots and gloves to keep you warm while in the water. Wetsuits keep you warm by filling with a thin layer of water which heats up to body temperature in just a few minutes time. Discover the wonders of Southeast Alaska’s marine life with our premium snorkeling adventure at Mountain Point. Dive into clear, calm waters equipped with top-tier gear, guided by our certified experts. The site has shallow tide pools teeming with marine life and steep underwater rock walls for free diving, all just five miles from your ship. Join us for a thrilling and safe exploration of Alaska’s diverse and colorful marine life! The Mountain Point Snorkeling Adventure is an all inclusive Shore Excursion. We provide everything you need to snorkel safely and comfortably in our waters. We include roundtrip transportation, full instructions, all the equipment and a fully guided one hour marine life tour in addition to hot showers, drinking water, hot chocolate, coffee and tea. Behind every unparalleled snorkeling experience at Snorkel Alaska stands our dedicated team. With extensive knowledge, unmatched expertise, and unwavering passion for marine adventures, each member boasts top-tier credentials in the world of diving. With a collective experience spanning decades, our Professional Association of Diving Instructors-certified Divemasters and SCUBA Instructors ensure every dive is both safe and unforgettable. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime experience!
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