Private Wildlife & Sightseeing Boat Tours in Ketchikan, Alaska

Explore the Best Things to Do in Ketchikan on the Water

Captain Colby Slanaker offers private wildlife and sightseeing tours in Ketchikan, Alaska, giving you a great way to experience the area without fishing.

Getting out on the water provides some of the best views of Southeast Alaska's temperate rainforest, towering mountains, and protected Inside Passage waterways. It's a relaxed way to take in the scenery while exploring remote shorelines and coastal ecosystems.

Wildlife sightings are common and can include bald eagles, black bears, Sitka black-tailed deer, seals, sea lions, otters, humpback whales, orcas, and a variety of sea ducks and geese. Every trip is a little different, which is part of what makes it such a unique experience.

Private tours allow you to explore at your own pace with a more personalized experience. Whether you're visiting on a cruise, traveling with family, or just looking to enjoy the scenery, this is one of the best non-fishing activities in Ketchikan.

Be sure to bring a camera, binoculars, and weather-appropriate gear so you can make the most of your time on the water.

If you want to take it all in and enjoy Alaska's wildlife and scenery without fishing, this trip is a perfect fit.