Private Excursions in Ketchikan: Customizable Tour by a Local Business

Experience the best of Ketchikan with our customizable private excursions. Discover hidden gems, learn about the local history, and create unforgettable memories with our knowledgeable local guides.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Totem Bight State Historical Park - A brief, effortless stroll through the rainforest leads to the Clan House by the shore, surrounded by many totem poles, offering a deep dive into the indigenous culture.
  • Herring Cove - A chance to observe wildlife such as black bears in their natural environment, harbor seals hunting in the creek, salmon…
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
Additional Information

We are a homely, native enterprise offering exclusive, personal trips in Ketchikan, tailored according to your preferences. Our aim is to elevate your holiday journey in our hometown by presenting an exceptional and memorable escapade created especially for you! We are familiar with all the remarkable spots to take you to, and we are thrilled to share…

Location
The Rock
Front Street
Meet at the bronze statue in front of the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau (Berth 2).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(66 Ratings)
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726maed
Jun 15, 2025
A tour to treasure forever! - If you're heading to Ketchikan and want more than just a sightseeing tour—if you’re looking for a truly meaningful, personal, and unforgettable experience—Ketchikan Expeditions LLC is an absolute must! From the moment we met our guide Juan, we knew we were in great hands. Not only was our tour guide incredibly knowledgeable about Ketchikan’s rich history, culture, and wildlife, but he was also genuinely passionate about sharing the heart and soul of this incredible place. Every stop along the way was thoughtfully chosen and came with stories and insights that you simply wouldn’t get anywhere else. This wasn't just a tour—it was a journey through the true spirit of Alaska. What made the experience so special was the level of care and attention to detail. Juan didn’t just show us the highlights— he made sure we had our own highlights. Whether it was spotting eagles soaring above the trees, walking to the waterfall, or learning the deeper meaning behind totem poles, every moment felt personalized and meaningful. It’s rare to come across someone who treats their work with such heart. Juan made us feel like friends rather than just customers, and that personal connection made all the difference. We left not only with stunning photos and amazing memories, but with a deeper appreciation for Ketchikan and the people who call it home. Five glowing stars aren’t enough. Thank you, Ketchikan Expeditions LLC—you gave us a once-in-a-lifetime experience we’ll never forget. We’ll be recommending you to everyone we know! Thank you Juan!!
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Daytrip787855
Jun 10, 2025
This is a must do tour! - Greatly enjoyed our Ketchikan Tour!!! Juan was awesome! He was very knowledgeable and loved being shown and hearing about the details of the history and highlights of Ketchikan area. Highly recommend Juan and Ketchikan Expeditions, LLC! John
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661darcyk
Jun 4, 2025
Personalized tour - Our driver Juan was great and very knowledgeable. We asked to see bears, seals & eagles and we saw them all! Reasonably priced for semi private tour
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Expedition5467
Jun 3, 2025
An Awesome Day in Ketchikan with Juan. - Jo Anne TN If you are looking for the best, most informative tour in Ketchikan do yourself a favor and choose this tour! Juan was absolutely amazing and in a matter of a few short minutes we were all like family. He joined right with us, giving us the best tour I have ever experienced. He showed us all the local hangouts and gave us top notch information. We got up close and personal with the bald eagles and what magnificent creatures they are, He was friendly, courteous, and genuinely interested in giving us an insight into the Alaskan culture and way of life. I cannot recommend this tour enough!!!!!
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Patrickbs9764mx
May 9, 2025
The Best Way to Start Your First Visit to Ketchikan - We took this tour in our first stop on a Cruise trip. We weren't sure what to expect as Ketchikan appeared to have the least number of interesting "excursions" that were pre-bookable through the cruise line. When we arrived, our plan was to just figure out something to do for ourselves. Originally, we had wanted to take a plane ride, but the weather did not permit it. Since we couldn't do that, we just decided to follow one of the tour that were soliciting themselves outside right off the dock. At the time, we didn't know what to expect from the rest of our trip, but I can tell you now that the random tour we got was the best experience that I had on our whole cruise through Alaska. Joe DelPero was our tour guide. He was so nice and helpful. We even had a bathroom issue with a family member that cost us half an hour of our tour, but he gave us a free extension to make up for the lost time. He had amazing recommendations about what sights were the best to see and his local connections to the community really went a long way towards makes us feel welcome in the city. Of all the stops that we made, this tour had the least "touristy" feel to it. Instead it felt like an old family friend was showing us around the neighborhood that he'd moved to after we hadn't seen him in a while. I'm sure that there are plenty of ways to find your own fun in Ketchikan, but have a tour with a knowledgeable local like what we found was about a good a start to our journey as we could have ever hoped to ask for.
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Jeanettery2240ru
Sep 30, 2024
Christopher is the BEST Tour guide!!! - Christopher is truly a Gem! We didn’t have any excursions planned in Ketchikan but walking to town we found the private bus. Christopher took us all through town and gave us so much history of the island. He took us to see several land marks. The salmon swimming up stream and gave us the whole history of how it’s down. We got to see a beautiful waterfall and we stopped for a bear sighting. We did see a baby cub and a bald Eagle. He even offered to stop for a restroom break several times if needed. He made sure to get us back to our ship on time. Chris is such a jolly, happy human and he made the tour so interesting. He was so accommodating. His knowledge of Alaska, Ketchikan and wildlife was special. He is truly one of a kind ! I would like to send Chris blessings and hugs from Texas ❤️
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W436whlisar
Sep 15, 2024
Enjoyed Christopher's tour! - Cruising on NCL Bliss. We only had 3 hrs to see Ketchikan area. Christopher, took us on an EXCELLENT tour! Very relaxing and informative. He has a great upbeat attitude that made us feel comfortable to ask questions, etc. Thanks Christopher!
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Stay48656303096
Sep 6, 2024
Awesome time in Ketchikan, AK. - What an awesome time. We did a 2.5-hour tour. Our Driver Christopher did an amazing job. He drove us through town telling the history and highlights; we stopped at Ketchikan Creek and saw samon coming upstream, then took us to see some bears, and ended with stopped by the Saxman native village. I would highly recommend this company, and make sure to ask Christopher to be your guide.
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Voyager310852
Aug 20, 2024
Great Customer Service and Experience! - Ketchikan is an incredible destination with breathtaking views. Our guide, Keith, took us to Totem Bight State Park where we saw many totem poles and a community clanhouse. Spectacular views in every direction. We also went to an area where there were several bears fishing and catching fish right out of the river! Eagles could be found nearly everywhere we stopped. It was a great adventure with lots of wonderful memories. So fun. Highly recommend you engage Ketchikan Expeditions. Thanks, Tim!
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Ingrid_c
Aug 19, 2024
Awesome experience with Clarke - We had a fantastic experience with our own private tour, thanks in large part to Clarke. He was incredibly friendly and went out of his way to ensure we felt welcomed and comfortable throughout our tour. His knowledge of the area was impressive—he provided excellent and insightful information that truly enhanced our visit. Clarke’s warm personality and expertise made a significant difference, and we can't thank him enough. We highly recommend Clarke for his outstanding service.
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From $1,000 (Per Vehicle)
up to 9 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).