Description
Points of Interest
- Alaska Raptor Center
- Wildlife Cruise
- Fortress of the Bear
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Enjoy Sitka's triple crown of wildlife-viewing experiences in one five-hour adventure! First, you'll board a deluxe 65-foot vessel in search of sea otters, whales, Steller sea lions, porpoise, and harbor seals. Next, you'll return to shore and travel to the renowned Alaska Raptor Center, a raptor rehab and education center on the edge of Tongass National Forest. Once you arrive, a knowledgeable wildlife interpreter will guide you through the Bald Eagle Flight Building, where you'll come face-to-face with owls, hawks, falcons, eagles and ravens. Then, you'll rejoin your coach and journey to the Fortress of the Bear, a rescue facility for once-orphaned bears. After you disembark you can observe the bears in a naturalized setting from a viewing platform. At the end of the day you'll climb back aboard your coach and return to Sitka.
Special Notes:
This tour has a 99.9% marine wildlife viewing success rate. Tour order may vary. This tour is not recommended for persons who are full-time wheelchair users. Participants must be able to transfer from a wheelchair and negotiate a few steps with non-lifting assistance only to embark and disembark transportation. There is walking for short distances at venues, but the pace is leisurely and there are frequent opportunities to sit or rest.Dress warmly and bring a rainproof jacket to wear on the observation deck.
Snack: Pastries, smoked salmon, coffee, tea and cocoa. Beer, wine, water and soda available to purchase.
Unaccompanied Minors Policy: Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.