2 Hour Alaska Rainforest Walk and Totem Park Small Group Tour
Ketchikan, US
94% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 2 hours
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Small group size (max 11)
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Cruise ship dock pickup included
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Professional local guide
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Snack and bottled water included
Experience Ketchikan's Rainforest & Totem Park on a 2-hour eco-tour with a local guide, uncovering Alaska Native culture and lush landscapes.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Bottled water -
Professional local guide
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Scavenger hunt and geocaching for kids
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Snack - hardy cookie
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Cruise ship dock pickup and drop-off
Excluded
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Gratuities
Experience Ketchikan's Rainforest & Totem Park on a 2-hour eco-tour with a local guide, uncovering Alaska Native culture and lush landscapes.
Highlights
- Explore the Rainforest on a nature trail
- Stop at a beautiful waterfall viewing area
- Admire the lush green rainforest with giant trees
- Learn about the fascinating Alaska Native Culture
- See the majestic Alaska Native Totem Poles
Pickup
Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)
What to expect
Totem Bight State Historical Park
The journey then takes us to a Totem Park where you will see the majestic Alaska Native Totem Poles with the Pacific ocean setting the perfect backdrop. You will have the opportunity to step inside the historic clan house while learning about the culture of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian people. Your local guide will share the stories and meanings behind these magnificent carvings with you. There are wonderful photo opportunities throughout this nature adventure. Transportation to and from the cruise ship dock is included. small group sizes of 11 guests or less, which enables us to offer you a quality personal experience.
30 minutes
Tongass National Forest
On the scenic coastal drive to the Rainforest trailhead, your guide will narrate on the local history and lore of Ketchikan. You will experience the lush rainforest of Alaska with giant trees towering above you and moss blanketing the forest floor. This rainforest trail is in the Tongass National Forest, which is the nation's largest national forest. Your local guide will lead you through the easy nature trail while pointing out indigenous trees and plants along the way. You will learn how these abundant resources were vital to the Alaska Native people. During this, off the beaten path excursion, stop at a beautiful waterfall viewing area, where there is a bench if you would like to relax for a few minutes. The walking time on the trail is approximately 40 minutes total. After the rainforest walk, enjoy bottled water and a snack of tasty smoked salmon dip with crackers. This is a family-friendly excursion and can include a scavenger hunt and geocaching for the kids on the trail.
45 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness -
Travelers should be able to walk 1 mile to 1.5 miles on gravel trail.
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At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide full ship name (not just Cruiseline).
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We have rain ponchos or umbrellas available.
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A child car seat or booster seat available upon request, we must be notified ahead of time
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We reserve the right to change trail and or totem park locations, depending on current conditions.
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We will provide tour time once tour is booked.
What our experts say
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Wear sturdy shoes for the gravel trail. -
Don't miss the waterfall viewing area!
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Visit the nearby Alaska Fish House for lunch.
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Bring a camera for amazing photo ops.
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Check weather and dress in layers.
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